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Picos, Cabo Verde
São Salvador do Mundo · Cabo Verde
Picos is a small town in São Salvador do Mundo, Cabo Verde with a population of 2,040. Elevation: 1,417 ft (432 m). Average temperature: 73°F (23°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Picos
Picos, also known as Achada Igreja, is a city in the central part of the island of Santiago, Cape Verde. It is the seat of São Salvador do Mundo municipality. Picos is located 4 km southeast of Assomada and 23 km northwest of the capital city of Praia, near the national road from Praia to Tarrafal via Assomada (EN1-ST01).
People
Climate
| Population | 2,040 |
| Population Density | 18 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,417 ft (432 m) |
| Coordinates | 15.0836°, -23.6324° |
| Timezone | Atlantic/Cape_Verde |
| Country | 🇨🇻 Cabo Verde |
| State / Province | São Salvador do Mundo |
| Average Temperature | 73°F (23°C) |
| January Average | 69°F (20°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 10.6 inches (268 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Picos
Picos is a small town in Cabo Verde (São Salvador do Mundo) with a population of 2,040. The city sits at an elevation of 1,417 feet (432 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 73°F (23°C). Temperatures range from 69°F in January to 75°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 10.6 inches. The timezone is Atlantic/Cape_Verde.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 72.7°F |
| 35% above Cabo Verde avg | |
| January Average | 69°F (20°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| Sunny Days | 317 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,417 ft (432 m) |
| Area | 116.6 sq mi (302.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 18/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 15.0836°N, 23.6324°W |
| Timezone | Atlantic/Cape_Verde |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Fogo (79 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Fogo | Stratovolcano | 2,829 m (9,281 ft) | 2015 | 79 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 69°F (20°C) | 0.1 in | Coldest |
| February | 69°F (21°C) | 0.1 in | |
| March | 70°F (21°C) | 0.0 in | |
| April | 71°F (22°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| May | 72°F (22°C) | 0.0 in | |
| June | 74°F (23°C) | 0.0 in | |
| July | 75°F (24°C) | 0.6 in | |
| August | 76°F (24°C) | 3.0 in | |
| September | 76°F (25°C) | 4.4 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| October | 76°F (24°C) | 1.8 in | |
| November | 74°F (23°C) | 0.4 in | |
| December | 71°F (22°C) | 0.2 in |
Picos has a seasonal temperature swing of 7°F / from 69°F in January to 76°F in September. Total annual precipitation is 10.6 inches, with September being the wettest month (4.4") and April the driest (0.0").
Schools in Picos
1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escola Secundária Carlos Alberto Gonçalves | — | — | — | — |
Museums in Picos
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Arquivo Historico Nacional | ||||
| Centro Cultural Norberto Tavares | ||||
| Ceramic Arts Museum | ||||
| Museo de Arqueologia | ||||
| Museou Etnográfico | ||||
| Museu de Tabanka | ||||
| Museu do Campo de Concentração do Tarrafal | ||||
| Sala-Museu Amílcar Cabral |
Libraries in Picos
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Arquivo Historico Nacional | 0.0 | |||||
| National Library of Cape Verde | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Picos
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Assomada market | |||||
| Merc. Municipal | |||||
| Mercado | |||||
| Mercado | |||||
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Mercado Cotchi Pó | |||||
| Mercado de Minho Branco | |||||
| Mercado de Sucupira | |||||
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Ponta Belém | |||||
| Sucupira |
Stadiums & Teams in Picos
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Picos
3 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Nelson Mandela International Airport | RAI | Large Airport |
| Maio Airport | MMO | Medium Airport |
| Mosteiros Airport | MTI | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Picos
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Igreja Paroquial de São Salvador do Mundo | |
| Igreja Paroquial de São Salvador do Mundo |
Quick Facts
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Frequently Asked Questions About Picos
What is the population of Picos?
Picos has a population of 2,040 residents and is located in Cabo Verde. The population density is 18 people per square mile, spread across 116.6 square miles.
What is the weather like in Picos?
Picos has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winter temperatures average 69°F in January, while summers reach an average of 75°F in July. The area receives 317 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 10.6 inches.