Best Travel Time by Activity
| Activity | Best Time | Island |
|---|---|---|
| Beach Holiday | Nov–Jun | Sal, Boa Vista |
| Windsurfing/Kitesurfing | Nov–Jun (strongest wind: Jan–Apr) | Sal (Kite Beach, Ponta Preta) |
| Hiking | Nov–May | Santo Antão, Santiago, Fogo |
| Volcano Climbing Fogo | Nov–May | Fogo |
| Turtle Watching | Jul–Oct (laying), Sep–Nov (hatching) | Sal, Boa Vista |
| Diving | Year-round (best visibility: May–Nov) | Sal, Boa Vista, Santiago |
| Whale Watching (Humpback Whales) | Mar–May | Sal, Boa Vista |
| Carnival in Mindelo | February/March | São Vicente |
| Music Festivals | Year-round (peak season: Dec–Mar) | São Vicente, Santiago |
| Fishing | Jun–Oct (Marlin season) | São Vicente, Sal |
Conclusion: Cape Verde is a true year-round destination. The dry season (November–June) is the best all-round travel time for beach, wind, and hiking. The rainy season (July–October) attracts with green landscapes, turtles, and lower prices. Those who are flexible choose November or May — the transition period with the best price-experience ratio.
