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Nova Sintra, Cabo Verde
Brava · Cabo Verde
Nova Sintra is a small town in Brava, Cabo Verde with a population of 2,225. Elevation: 1,627 ft (496 m). Average temperature: 69°F (20°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Nova Sintra
Nova Sintra is a city in the central part of the island of Brava in southwestern Cape Verde. It serves as the seat of the Brava Municipality. The settlement is named after Sintra, the summer residence of the Portuguese kings. Its population is about 1,500. Its elevation is around 500 meters. Since 2010, Nova Sintra has been a city. Agriculture is the predominant source of income on Brava. Tourism is less developed, but there are a few small hotels and guest houses. The "aluguer" buses to the other villages start from Praça Eugénio Tavares.
People
Climate
| Population | 2,225 |
| Population Density | 24 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,627 ft (496 m) |
| Coordinates | 14.8714°, -24.6956° |
| Timezone | Atlantic/Cape_Verde |
| Country | 🇨🇻 Cabo Verde |
| State / Province | Brava |
| Average Temperature | 69°F (20°C) |
| January Average | 66°F (19°C) |
| July Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 11.0 inches (279 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Nova Sintra
Nova Sintra is a small town in Cabo Verde (Brava) with a population of 2,225. The city sits at an elevation of 1,627 feet (496 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 69°F (20°C). Temperatures range from 66°F in January to 70°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 11.0 inches. The timezone is Atlantic/Cape_Verde.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 68.8°F |
| 27% above Cabo Verde avg | |
| January Average | 66°F (19°C) |
| July Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| Sunny Days | 316 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,627 ft (496 m) |
| Area | 92.5 sq mi (239.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 24/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 14.8714°N, 24.6956°W |
| Timezone | Atlantic/Cape_Verde |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Fogo (38 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Fogo | Stratovolcano | 2,829 m (9,281 ft) | 2015 | 38 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 66°F (19°C) | 0.1 in | |
| February | 65°F (18°C) | 0.1 in | Coldest |
| March | 66°F (19°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| April | 66°F (19°C) | 0.0 in | |
| May | 67°F (20°C) | 0.0 in | |
| June | 68°F (20°C) | 0.0 in | |
| July | 70°F (21°C) | 0.8 in | |
| August | 72°F (22°C) | 3.7 in | |
| September | 73°F (23°C) | 4.8 in | Wettest |
| October | 73°F (23°C) | 1.1 in | Warmest |
| November | 71°F (22°C) | 0.3 in | |
| December | 68°F (20°C) | 0.2 in |
Nova Sintra has a seasonal temperature swing of 8°F / from 65°F in February to 73°F in October. Total annual precipitation is 11.0 inches, with September being the wettest month (4.8") and March the driest (0.0").
Schools in Nova Sintra
3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escola Primária | — | — | — | — |
| Escola Principal | — | — | — | — |
| Escola Secundária Eugénio Tavares | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Nova Sintra
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Nova Sintra
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Casa da Memória | ||||
| Museo Municipal |
Farmers Markets in Nova Sintra
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| J.L.F. Mercado de Peixe | |||||
| Mercado Municip. | |||||
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Mercado Municipal |
Hotels in Nova Sintra
7 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Nova Sintra
5 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Nova Sintra
1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Nova Sintra
2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Nova Sintra
2 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Nova Sintra
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Nova Sintra
2 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Mosteiros Airport | MTI | Small Airport |
| São Filipe Airport | SFL | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Nova Sintra
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Correios de Cabo Verde |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Nova Sintra
12 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Igreja "Avedomar Estrela" | |
| Igreja Adventista do Septimo Dias | |
| Igreja Adventista do Sétimo Dia - Nsa. Sra. Monte | |
| Igreja Adventista do Sétimo Dia - Nsa. Sra. Monte | |
| Igreja católica do Cachaço | |
| Igreja de Mato Grande | |
| Igreja do Nazareno | |
| Igreja do Serrado | |
| Igreja Nossa Senhora do Monte | |
| Nossa Senhora de Boa Viagem | |
| Santa Bárbara | |
| São João Baptista |
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What is the population of Nova Sintra?
Nova Sintra has a population of 2,225 residents and is located in Cabo Verde. The population density is 24 people per square mile, spread across 92.5 square miles.
What is the weather like in Nova Sintra?
Nova Sintra enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F (20°C). Winter temperatures average 66°F in January, while summers reach an average of 70°F in July. The area receives 316 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 11.0 inches.