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Sun & Beach Potential

100/100

Excellent

Based on optimal climate

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Seasonality

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Best Time

March, February, April

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Weather

22°C – 27°C

Avg Temp Range

Precipitation

Generally dry

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Tip for your trip

The best months for a sun and beach holiday in Sal are from March, February, April. If you're planning to travel during this period, it's a good idea to arrange your stay early — especially in popular beach areas.

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Climate Heatmap

See at a glance which months offer the best sun & beach conditions — based on temperature, rainfall and climate scores.

Sun & Beach conditions breakdown

Monthly weather & climate data for Sal

MonthClimate ScorePredictabilityAvg TempRain (mm)
January
98Excellent
Warm temperatures. Mostly dry conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
22°7
February
99Excellent
Mild temperatures. Mostly dry conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
22°4
March
100Excellent
Warm temperatures. Mostly dry conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
23°1
April
99Excellent
Warm temperatures. Mostly dry conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
23°2
May
96Excellent
Warm temperatures. Mostly dry conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
23°3
June
93Excellent
Warm temperatures. Mostly dry conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
24°17
July
91Excellent
Warm temperatures. Mostly dry conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
25°33
August
89Excellent
Warm temperatures. Some rain conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
26°63
September
86Excellent
Warm temperatures. Some rain conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
27°81
October
93Excellent
Warm temperatures. Mostly dry conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
26°32
November
97Excellent
Warm temperatures. Mostly dry conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
25°12
December
97Excellent
Warm temperatures. Mostly dry conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
23°8

Source: Historical climate averages (30-year observation).

Quick summary: visiting Sal

When is the best time to visit Sal for sun & beach?

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The best time to visit Sal for sun & beach is typically in March, February, April, when the weather is most favorable.

When is the rainy season in Sal?

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There is no distinct rainy season in Sal, making it a year-round destination for sun & beach.

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