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Mindelo, Cabo Verde
São Vicente · Cabo Verde
Mindelo is a mid-size city in São Vicente, Cabo Verde with a population of 69,013. Elevation: 144 ft (44 m). Average temperature: 74°F (24°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Mindelo
Mindelo is a port city in the northern part of the island of São Vicente in Cape Verde. Mindelo is also the seat of the parish of Nossa Senhora da Luz, and the municipality of São Vicente. The city is home to 93% of the entire island's population and is Cape Verde's second most populous city and largest city in Barlavento Islands. Mindelo is also considered the cultural capital of Cape Verde, known for its colourful and animated carnival celebrations, with roots in Portuguese traditions later influenced by the Brazilian culture.
People
Climate
| Population | 69,013 |
| Population Density | 2,668 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 144 ft (44 m) |
| Coordinates | 16.8901°, -24.9804° |
| Timezone | Atlantic/Cape_Verde |
| Country | 🇨🇻 Cabo Verde |
| State / Province | São Vicente |
| Average Temperature | 74°F (24°C) |
| January Average | 71°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (24°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 5.2 inches (131 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Mindelo
Mindelo is a mid-size city in Cabo Verde (São Vicente) with a population of 69,013. The city sits at an elevation of 144 feet (44 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 74°F (24°C). Temperatures range from 71°F in January to 76°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 5.2 inches. The timezone is Atlantic/Cape_Verde.
Climate in Mindelo
Mindelo has an average annual temperature of 23.6°C (74°F). The hottest month is Sep (26.6°C), the coldest is Mar (21.1°C). Average annual precipitation is 343 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 74.4°F |
| 38% above Cabo Verde avg | |
| January Average | 71°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (24°C) |
| Sunny Days | 327 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 144 ft (44 m) |
| Area | 25.9 sq mi (67.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 2,668/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 16.8901°N, 24.9804°W |
| Timezone | Atlantic/Cape_Verde |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 71°F (22°C) | 0.2 in | |
| February | 70°F (21°C) | 0.1 in | Coldest |
| March | 71°F (22°C) | 0.0 in | |
| April | 72°F (22°C) | 0.0 in | |
| May | 73°F (23°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| June | 74°F (23°C) | 0.0 in | |
| July | 76°F (24°C) | 0.2 in | |
| August | 78°F (26°C) | 1.0 in | |
| September | 79°F (26°C) | 2.5 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| October | 79°F (26°C) | 0.7 in | |
| November | 76°F (25°C) | 0.3 in | |
| December | 73°F (23°C) | 0.1 in |
Mindelo has a seasonal temperature swing of 9°F / from 70°F in February to 79°F in September. Total annual precipitation is 5.2 inches, with September being the wettest month (2.5") and May the driest (0.0").
Colleges & Universities in Mindelo
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cape Verde Atmospheric Observatory | University | - | Visit → |
| Escola Jorge Barbosa ( Liceu Velho) | College | - | , |
| Escola pPadre Cristiana Rodrigues | College | - | , |
| Instituto Superior de Engenharia e Ciências do Mar | College | - | , |
| Universidade do Mindelo | University | - | , |
| Universidade Jean Piaget | University | - | , |
| Universidade Jean Piaget | University | - | , |
| Universidade Jean Piaget | University | - | , |
| Universidade Lusófona | University | - | , |
| Universidade Lusofona | College | - | , |
| Universidade Lusófona do Cabo Verde | University | - | , |
Schools in Mindelo
26 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escola de Monte Sossego | - | - | - | - |
| Jardim Infantil Bambi | - | - | - | - |
| Escola Secundário Jorge Barbosa | - | - | - | - |
| Escola da Ribeirinha | - | - | - | - |
| Jardim da infância | - | - | - | - |
| Escola Primária de Lameirão | - | - | - | - |
| Escola Primária de Chã de Marinha | - | - | - | - |
| Escola Técnica | - | - | - | - |
| Faculdade de Educação e Desporto | - | - | - | - |
| Escola Primária - Praça Nova | - | - | - | - |
| Escola Polo n° 16 Salamansa/Escola Primária | - | - | - | - |
| Escola Salesiana | - | - | - | - |
| Oficina Escola Ti Nené | - | - | - | - |
| Driving school of Vaz | - | - | - | - |
| Escola Primária de Fonte Inês | - | - | - | - |
| Escola de Lombo Tanque | - | - | - | - |
| Escola de Pedra Rolada | - | - | - | - |
| Escola de Bele Vista | - | - | - | - |
| Escola Primáia da Ribeira de Craquinha/ Centro Social | - | - | - | - |
| Escola de Bela Vista | - | - | - | - |
| Escola Portuguesa de Cabo Verde | - | - | - | - |
| Escola Jorge Barbosa ( Liceu Velho) | - | - | - | - |
| Escola Secundário Jorge Barbosa | - | - | - | - |
| Escola da 2ª Companhia | - | - | - | - |
| Escola Primária - Praça Nova | - | - | - | - |
| Escola da Ribeirinha | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Mindelo
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Mindelo
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CNAD - National Centre for Arts, Craft and Design | ||||
| CNAD - National Centre for Arts, Craft and Design | ||||
| Núcleo Museológico Cesária Évora |
Libraries in Mindelo
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Mindelo
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Market Hall and Commercial Center | |||||
| Mercado | |||||
| Mercado (da) Ribeirinha | |||||
| Mercado Monte Sossego | |||||
| Mercado Municipal |
Hotels in Mindelo
31 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Mindelo
69 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Mindelo
12 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Mindelo
1 theatres within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Mindelo
7 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Mindelo
1 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Mindelo
11 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Mindelo
11 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Mindelo
1 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Mindelo
1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Mindelo
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Mindelo
3 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Cesaria Evora International Airport | VXE | Large Airport |
| Preguiça Airport | SNE | Medium Airport |
| Agostinho Neto Airport | NTO | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Mindelo
2 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Correios de Cabo Verde | |
| Correios De Monte Sossego |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Mindelo
18 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Capela de Santa Cruz | |
| Capela Santo Antonio | |
| Centro Racionalismo Cristão | |
| Evangelica | |
| Igrea Nova | |
| Igreja - Ribeira de Julião | |
| Igreja Adventista do Sétimo Dia | |
| Igreja de Chã de Alecrim | |
| Igreja do Nazareno | |
| Igreja São Francisco Assis (Igreja dos Capuchinhos) | |
| Igreja Universal do Reino de Deus | |
| Lar Estudante Catolico | |
| Nossa Senhora da Luz | |
| Nova Apostólica | |
| Paróquia de São Vicente | |
| Paróquia de São Vicente | |
| Salão do Reino das Testemunhas de Jeová | |
| Santuário de Nossa Senhora de Fátima |
Quick Facts
Around Mindelo
Places within 5 km radius - OpenStreetMap data
Things to See Near Mindelo
31 places within 15 km
- • Baía das Gatas
- • Flamengos Beach
- • Praia Calheta Grande
- • Praia de Laginha
- • Praia de São Pedro
- + 2 more
- • Fortim D'El Rei
- • Zero Point Art Gallery
- • Cabeça de Gato
- • Craquinha
- • Monte Alto
- • Monte Amargosa
- • Monte Canelinho
- + 16 more
- • Miradouro
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What is the population of Mindelo?
Mindelo has a population of 69,013 residents and is located in Cabo Verde. The population density is 2,668 people per square mile, spread across 25.9 square miles.
What is the weather like in Mindelo?
Mindelo has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 74°F (24°C). Winter temperatures average 71°F in January, while summers reach an average of 76°F in July. The area receives 327 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 5.2 inches.