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Espargos, Cabo Verde

Sal · Cabo Verde

Espargos is a small city in Sal, Cabo Verde with a population of 24,500. Elevation: 174 ft (53 m). Average temperature: 74°F (23°C).

Data updated June 2026

24,500 Population 249/sq mi density
174 ft Elevation 53 meters
74°F Avg Temperature 23°C
2.8 in Annual Rain
Atlantic / Cape Verde Timezone

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About Espargos

Espargos

Espargos is the capital and main commercial centre of the island and municipality of Sal, Cape Verde. The city is situated in the heart of the island.

People

Population24,500
Density249/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp74°F (23°C)
Rain2.8 in/yr
Sunny Days331/yr
Elevation174 ft (53 m)
Population24,500
Population Density249 / sq mi
Elevation174 ft (53 m)
Coordinates16.7552°, -22.9446°
TimezoneAtlantic/Cape_Verde
Country🇨🇻 Cabo Verde
State / ProvinceSal
Average Temperature74°F (23°C)
January Average70°F (21°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)
Annual Precipitation2.8 inches (70 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Espargos

Espargos is a small city in Cabo Verde (Sal) with a population of 24,500. The city sits at an elevation of 174 feet (53 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 74°F (23°C). Temperatures range from 70°F in January to 76°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 2.8 inches. The timezone is Atlantic/Cape_Verde.

Climate in Espargos

Espargos has an average annual temperature of 0°C (32°F). The hottest month is Jan (0°C), the coldest is Jan (0°C). Average annual precipitation is 74 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 0°C / 32°F — / — 6.0
Feb 0°C / 32°F — / — 0.6
Mar 0°C / 32°F — / — 0.1
Apr 0°C / 32°F — / — 0.7
May 0°C / 32°F — / — 0.1
Jun 0°C / 32°F — / — 0.0
Jul 0°C / 32°F — / — 0.8
Aug 0°C / 32°F — / — 11.6
Sep 0°C / 32°F — / — 37.9
Oct 0°C / 32°F — / — 11.4
Nov 0°C / 32°F — / — 1.3
Dec 0°C / 32°F — / — 3.3
Espargos has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 74°F (23°C). Winters average 70°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 331 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 2.8 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 174 feet.

Temperature

70°F Jan (21°C) 76°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average73.8°F
37% above Cabo Verde avg
January Average70°F (21°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)
Sunny Days331 days/yr

Geography

Elevation174 ft (53 m)
Area98.3 sq mi (254.6 km²)
Population Density249/sq mi
Coordinates16.7552°N, 22.9446°W
TimezoneAtlantic/Cape_Verde

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 2.8"
93% below Cabo Verde avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Sep) 1.42"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.04"

Air Quality

Hurricane History

1 hurricane (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 1.

Year Name Category Closest
2015 Fred Category 1 82 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 70°F (21°C) 0.2 in
February 70°F (21°C) 0.0 in Coldest
March 71°F (21°C) 0.0 in
April 72°F (22°C) 0.0 in Driest
May 72°F (22°C) 0.0 in
June 74°F (23°C) 0.0 in
July 76°F (24°C) 0.0 in
August 78°F (25°C) 0.5 in
September 79°F (26°C) 1.4 in Warmest, Wettest
October 78°F (26°C) 0.4 in
November 75°F (24°C) 0.0 in
December 72°F (22°C) 0.2 in

Espargos has a seasonal temperature swing of 10°F / from 70°F in February to 79°F in September. Total annual precipitation is 2.8 inches, with September being the wettest month (1.4") and April the driest (0.0").

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Schools in Espargos

9 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Liceu Olavo Moniz
Escola de Ensino Básico da Palmeira
Jardim da Murdeira
Jardim Infantil
Escola Zeca Ramos
Jardim Infantil
Escola Primária
Escola Primária
Escola de Pedra Lume
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Radio Stations near Espargos

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Museums in Espargos

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Museu do Sal

Libraries in Espargos

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Biblioteca Municipal0.0
Biblioteca Municipal0.0

Farmers Markets in Espargos

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado
Mercado
Mercado Municipal
Mercado Municipal
Mercado Municipal

Hotels in Espargos

3 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Hotel Atlântico
Hotel da Murdeira
La Vela

Restaurants in Espargos

31 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

10^75Snackbar
Area Docas
AREA DOCAS
Bar Mirage
Bar Salinas
Bar Violão
Benvass
Buracona
Cape Verde Mexican Restaurant
Casa Das Pescadores
Dream Restaurante
Esplanada Rotterdam
Ferreira & Brito
G.D.Palmeira
Gata Fish & Yacht Club
Girassol
Groga
Guesthouse kleine Schweiz
Ka Lika Restaurant
Li Ke Terra
nortenah
Nortenha
O Ninho Dos Piratas
PS Snack
Restaurante Baía
Restaurants Sara
Rulote Here I am
Salinas
Sivy
Universe
ZYMP

Cafes in Espargos

4 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Bar Ziquipá
Enacol
Esplanada Bom Dia
Zemas

Theatres in Espargos

1 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Anfiteatro José Cabral

Monuments in Espargos

1 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Jesus

Clinics in Espargos

1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

X-eco

Bus Stations in Espargos

2 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Aluguer & Taxi
CV #12406889501

Gas Stations in Espargos

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

ENACOL
Shell

Banks in Espargos

3 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Banca Interatlântico
Banco Comercial do Atlântico (BCA)caixa eletrônico/cash machine
Caixa

Shopping Malls in Espargos

1 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

SOCOL Shopping Center

Gyms in Espargos

2 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Ginasio
Tetan

Breweries in Espargos

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Brewery

Stadiums & Teams in Espargos

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Espargos

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Amílcar Cabral International AirportSIDLarge Airport
Aristides Pereira International AirportBVCLarge Airport

Post Offices in Espargos

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
CORREIOS

Churches & Religious Organizations in Espargos

10 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Adventistos dos 7. dias
Capela São José
Capela São Pedro
Igreja Nazarena
Igreja Nazarena
Igreja Nazarena
J.W.
Monastery "Casa Esperanca"
Santo António
Santo António

Quick Facts

Timezone
Atlantic/Cape_Verde
Elevation
53 m (174 ft)

🇨🇻 About Cabo Verde

Capital Praia
Population 543,767
Area 4,033 km²
GDP (USD) $2,504,525,549
GDP per capita $4,795
HDI 0.668
Life expectancy 76.1 years
Internet users 73.5%
Urban population 75.9%
Currency CVE (Escudo)
Languages Portuguese
Calling code +238
TLD .cv
Driving side right

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Frequently Asked Questions About Espargos

What is the population of Espargos?

Espargos has a population of 24,500 residents and is located in Cabo Verde. The population density is 249 people per square mile, spread across 98.3 square miles.

What is the weather like in Espargos?

Espargos has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 74°F (23°C). Winter temperatures average 70°F in January, while summers reach an average of 76°F in July. The area receives 331 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 2.8 inches.

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