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Cova Figueira, Cabo Verde
Santa Catarina do Fogo · Cabo Verde
Cova Figueira is a small town in Santa Catarina do Fogo, Cabo Verde with a population of 720. Elevation: 1,575 ft (480 m). Average temperature: 69°F (21°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Cova Figueira
Cova Figueira is a city in the southeastern part of the island of Fogo, Cape Verde. In 2010 its population was 1,230, making it the most populated place in the municipality. It is situated 22 km east of the island capital São Filipe. Since 2005, it serves as the seat of Santa Catarina do Fogo Municipality. Its elevation is 480 meters above sea level. The volcano Pico do Fogo is 7.7 km to the northwest. Nearby places include Figueira Pavão in the southwest, Mãe Joana and Estância Roque in the west and Tinteira in the north. Cova Figueira was elevated to a city in 2010.
People
Climate
| Population | 720 |
| Population Density | 8 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,575 ft (480 m) |
| Coordinates | 14.8905°, -24.2934° |
| Timezone | Atlantic/Cape_Verde |
| Country | 🇨🇻 Cabo Verde |
| State / Province | Santa Catarina do Fogo |
| Average Temperature | 69°F (21°C) |
| January Average | 66°F (19°C) |
| July Average | 71°F (22°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 13.4 inches (340 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Cova Figueira
Cova Figueira is a small town in Cabo Verde (Santa Catarina do Fogo) with a population of 720. The city sits at an elevation of 1,575 feet (480 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 69°F (21°C). Temperatures range from 66°F in January to 71°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 13.4 inches. The timezone is Atlantic/Cape_Verde.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 69.1°F |
| 28% above Cabo Verde avg | |
| January Average | 66°F (19°C) |
| July Average | 71°F (22°C) |
| Sunny Days | 312 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,575 ft (480 m) |
| Area | 92.5 sq mi (239.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 8/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 14.8905°N, 24.2934°W |
| Timezone | Atlantic/Cape_Verde |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Fogo (9 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Fogo | Stratovolcano | 2,829 m (9,281 ft) | 2015 | 9 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 66°F (19°C) | 0.2 in | |
| February | 65°F (19°C) | 0.1 in | Coldest |
| March | 67°F (19°C) | 0.0 in | |
| April | 67°F (20°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| May | 68°F (20°C) | 0.0 in | |
| June | 70°F (21°C) | 0.0 in | |
| July | 71°F (22°C) | 1.1 in | |
| August | 72°F (22°C) | 3.9 in | |
| September | 73°F (23°C) | 5.5 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| October | 73°F (23°C) | 1.7 in | |
| November | 71°F (21°C) | 0.6 in | |
| December | 67°F (20°C) | 0.3 in |
Cova Figueira has a seasonal temperature swing of 8°F / from 65°F in February to 73°F in September. Total annual precipitation is 13.4 inches, with September being the wettest month (5.5") and April the driest (0.0").
Museums in Cova Figueira
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Casa da Memória | ||||
| Museo Municipal | ||||
| Museu do café |
Farmers Markets in Cova Figueira
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| J.L.F. Mercado de Peixe | |||||
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Mercado Municipal |
Restaurants in Cova Figueira
1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Cova Figueira
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Cova Figueira
2 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Mosteiros Airport | MTI | Small Airport |
| São Filipe Airport | SFL | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Cova Figueira
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Igreja de Jesus Cristo dos Santos dos Últimos Dias |
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What is the population of Cova Figueira?
Cova Figueira has a population of 720 residents and is located in Cabo Verde. The population density is 8 people per square mile, spread across 92.5 square miles.
What is the weather like in Cova Figueira?
Cova Figueira enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F (21°C). Winter temperatures average 66°F in January, while summers reach an average of 71°F in July. The area receives 312 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 13.4 inches.