Beach Weather in Praia de Santa Maria, Santa Maria, Cape Verde

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Beach Weather Today in Praia de Santa Maria

Today the maximum temperature will be 21° which is warm and pleasant for sunbathing. Today the water temperature will be 20° which is comfortable for swimming though some may prefer warmer water.

Today will be dry with no rain showers. Expect lots of sunshine and clear skies with an average cloud cover of 38%.

The winds will be cross-off shore and moderate at 22kmh from the West-Northwest. The moderate winds will keep the temperatures feeling cooler.

Praia de Santa Maria faces Southeast and sunset will be over the land behind the beach at 06:43 PM. Unfortunately there are chances that 75% cloud cover may make the sunset not viewable.

For Beach Weather for the next next 7 days, wind and wave conditions and tide and the next 14 days weather use the tabs below.

Beach Weather This Weekend in Praia de Santa Maria

This weekend the average maximum daily temperatures will be 21° which is warm and pleasant for sunbathing. The average water temperature will be 20° which is comfortable for swimming though some may prefer warmer water.

There will be no rainy days at all this weekend. Expect lots of sunshine and clear skies with an average cloud cover of 38%.

PRAIA DE SANTA MARIA - BEACH WEATHER FORECAST

Sat 21st March
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
21° 21° 21° 21° 21° 21° 22° 21°
9% 7% 8% 24% 31% 88% 75% 67%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
20°
20°
20°
20°
20°
20°
20°
20°
Sun 22nd March
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
21° 21° 21° 21° 21° 21° 21° 21°
53% 68% 8% 37% 9% 28% 81% 18%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
20°
20°
20°
20°
20°
20°
20°
20°
Mon 23rd March
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
21° 20° 20° 20° 21° 21° 21° 21°
4% 5% 3% 87% 67% 4% 0% 0%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.2mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
20°
20°
20°
20°
20°
20°
20°
20°
Tue 24th March
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
21° 21° 21° 21° 21° 21° 21° 21°
86% 59% 86% 0% 0% 25% 41% 32%
0.0mm 0.1mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
20°
20°
20°
20°
20°
20°
20°
20°
Wed 25th March
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
21° 20° 20° 20° 21° 21° 21° 21°
0% 3% 2% 0% 7% 5% 35% 31%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
20°
20°
20°
20°
20°
20°
20°
20°
Thu 26th March
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
21° 20° 20° 21° 21° 21° 21° 21°
48% 35% 45% 57% 58% 61% 52% 43%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
20°
20°
22°
22°
22°
22°
22°
22°
Fri 27th March
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
21° 20° 20° 21° 21° 21° 21° 21°
66% 86% 81% 91% 84% 90% 84% 66%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
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Sat 21st March
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
14
kmh
22
kmh
13
kmh
17
kmh
14
kmh
19
kmh
21
kmh
18
kmh
0.4m
0.7m
0.5m
0.5m
0.5m
0.5m
0.6m
0.4m
14.0s 14.1s 14.2s 14.1s 13.7s 13.5s 13.4s 13.3s
Sun 22nd March
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
17
kmh
22
kmh
20
kmh
19
kmh
12
kmh
21
kmh
22
kmh
21
kmh
0.5m
0.7m
0.6m
0.6m
0.3m
0.5m
0.5m
0.7m
13.1s 13.1s 12.9s 12.9s 12.9s 12.8s 12.7s 12.6s
Mon 23rd March
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
19
kmh
19
kmh
21
kmh
15
kmh
13
kmh
16
kmh
19
kmh
16
kmh
0.6m
0.6m
0.4m
0.3m
0.3m
0.5m
0.4m
0.4m
12.4s 12.1s 11.9s 11.7s 11.5s 11.2s 11.0s 10.9s
Tue 24th March
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
12
kmh
14
kmh
24
kmh
17
kmh
16
kmh
14
kmh
14
kmh
17
kmh
0.4m
0.4m
0.6m
0.4m
0.3m
0.3m
0.4m
0.4m
10.7s 10.6s 10.6s 10.5s 10.5s 10.4s 10.3s 10.3s
Wed 25th March
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
18
kmh
19
kmh
21
kmh
19
kmh
18
kmh
18
kmh
19
kmh
19
kmh
0.5m
0.6m
0.5m
0.5m
0.5m
0.4m
0.5m
0.6m
10.3s 10.3s 10.2s 10.2s 10.1s 9.8s 9.7s 9.6s
Thu 26th March
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
20
kmh
25
kmh
24
kmh
23
kmh
21
kmh
21
kmh
23
kmh
25
kmh
0.6m
0.6m
0.7m
0.7m
0.6m
0.5m
0.7m
0.9m
9.5s 9.5s 9.6s 9.6s 9.5s 9.4s 9.3s 10.0s
Fri 27th March
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
27
kmh
26
kmh
24
kmh
24
kmh
23
kmh
21
kmh
21
kmh
21
kmh
1.1m
1.0m
0.8m
0.8m
0.7m
0.6m
0.6m
0.7m
11.5s 11.3s 11.2s 11.0s 10.1s 8.7s 8.5s 8.7s
Sat 21st March
3:48 AM 10:02 AM 3:59 PM 10:18 PM
0.36 1.31 0.37 1.34
Sun 22nd March
4:21 AM 10:37 AM 4:40 PM 10:58 PM
0.38 1.30 0.38 1.27
Mon 23rd March
4:56 AM 11:14 AM 5:24 PM 11:40 PM
0.42 1.27 0.41 1.17
Tue 24th March
5:33 AM 11:57 AM 6:14 PM
0.48 1.22 0.47
Wed 25th March
12:29 AM 6:17 AM 12:49 PM 7:19 PM
1.07 0.55 1.16 0.55
Thu 26th March
1:35 AM 7:13 AM 2:06 PM 8:52 PM
0.97 0.62 1.11 0.61
Fri 27th March
3:26 AM 8:36 AM 3:57 PM 10:55 PM
0.92 0.68 1.11 0.62
Sat 21st March
21°
0.0mm
14kmh NW
38%
Sun 22nd March
21°
0.0mm
12kmh NW
37%
Mon 23rd March
21°
0.2mm
12kmh WNW
21%
Tue 24th March
21°
0.1mm
16kmh N
41%
Wed 25th March
21°
0.0mm
18kmh N
10%
Thu 26th March
21°
0.0mm
21kmh NNE
49%
Fri 27th March
21°
0.0mm
22kmh NNE
81%
Sat 28th March
20°
0.0mm
26kmh NNE
71%
Sun 29th March
20°
0.0mm
26kmh NNE
57%
Mon 30th March
21°
0.0mm
23kmh NNE
53%
Tue 31st March
21°
0.0mm
23kmh NNE
11%
Wed 1st April
22°
0.0mm
36kmh NNE
20%
Thu 2nd April
22°
0.0mm
39kmh N
23%
Fri 3rd April
22°
0.0mm
37kmh ESE
30%

In the next 14 days average maximum daily temperatures will be 21° which is warm and pleasant for sunbathing. The average water temperature will be 21° which is comfortable for swimming though some may prefer warmer water. There will be 2 days of very light rain with an average of 0.2mm rain on those days. Average cloud cover will be 39%.

If you are sailing, windsurfing, fishing, surfing etc. in Praia de Santa Maria don't forget to check the tide and wind and wave conditions

Taking a Holiday at Praia de Santa Maria, Santa Maria, Ilha do Sal, Cape Verde

Praia de Santa Maria is a beautiful beach located in the town of Santa Maria, on the island of Ilha do Sal in Cape Verde. This stunning destination offers visitors a chance to experience the beauty and relaxation of a beach holiday with pristine white sands, crystal-clear waters, and an abundance of beach activities and amenities.

Beach Type

The beach at Praia de Santa Maria is known for its powdery white sand, which stretches for several kilometers along the island's southern coastline. The sand is soft and inviting, making it perfect for sunbathing or strolling along the shoreline. The clear turquoise waters are calm and warm, providing excellent conditions for swimming and snorkeling. While there are no rocks or reefs directly on this beach, there are nearby locations where you can find these features for more interesting snorkeling and diving experiences.

Beach Activities

Praia de Santa Maria offers a wide range of beach activities that cater to all types of travelers. Some popular activities include:

  • Swimming: The calm waters make it ideal for swimming, with gentle waves perfect for families with children.
  • Kite surfing: With consistent trade winds, this beach is a popular destination for kite surfers of all skill levels.
  • Snorkeling and diving: Although there are no rocks or reefs directly on Praia de Santa Maria, nearby locations offer great opportunities to explore marine life.
  • Beach volleyball: The soft sand provides an excellent surface for playing beach volleyball with friends or other travelers.
  • Sunbathing: The vast stretch of white sand offers plenty of space to lay out your towel and soak up the sun.

Accommodations

There are several accommodation options available near Praia de Santa Maria. Some recommended options include:

  • Hotel Riu Palace Cabo Verde: This all-inclusive 5-star resort offers luxurious rooms, multiple pools, restaurants, bars, and direct access to the beach.
  • Meliá Llana Beach Resort & Spa: A 4-star hotel featuring modern rooms, a spa, fitness center, and beachfront location with sun loungers and umbrellas provided for guests.
  • Hilton Cabo Verde Sal Resort: Another 5-star option, this hotel offers elegant rooms, an on-site casino, spa, and direct beach access.

Areas to Stay In

When planning your holiday at Praia de Santa Maria, consider staying in the following areas:

  • Santa Maria Town Centre: This bustling area offers a variety of restaurants, bars, shops and nightlife options within walking distance of the beach.
  • Ponta Preta: Located west of Santa Maria Town Centre, this area offers more secluded accommodations with easy access to the beach.

Beach Amenities

Praia de Santa Maria offers several amenities to ensure a comfortable and enjoyable visit. These include:

  • Sun loungers and umbrellas available for rent
  • Lifeguards on duty during peak hours
  • Beach bars and restaurants nearby
  • Restrooms and showers
  • Water sports rental equipment available

Praia de Santa Maria is an ideal destination for a relaxing beach holiday. With its powdery white sand, crystal-clear waters, activities for all ages and interests, and a range of accommodations to suit every budget and preference, it's no wonder this beautiful Cape Verdean beach is such a popular choice for travelers from around the world.

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