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Ponta do Sol, Cabo Verde
Ribeira Grande · Cabo Verde
Ponta do Sol is a small town in Ribeira Grande, Cabo Verde with a population of 3,300. Elevation: 72 ft (22 m). Average temperature: 71°F (22°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Ponta do Sol
Ponta do Sol is the northernmost city on the island of Santo Antão and Cape Verde. It is situated on the coast, 4 km northwest of Ribeira Grande and 20 km north of the island capital Porto Novo. It is the seat of Ribeira Grande municipality.
People
Climate
| Population | 3,300 |
| Population Density | 13 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 72 ft (22 m) |
| Coordinates | 17.2017°, -25.0922° |
| Timezone | Atlantic/Cape_Verde |
| Country | 🇨🇻 Cabo Verde |
| State / Province | Ribeira Grande |
| Average Temperature | 71°F (22°C) |
| January Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| July Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 11.7 inches (297 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Ponta do Sol
Ponta do Sol is a small town in Cabo Verde (Ribeira Grande) with a population of 3,300. The city sits at an elevation of 72 feet (22 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 71°F (22°C). Temperatures range from 68°F in January to 73°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 11.7 inches. The timezone is Atlantic/Cape_Verde.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 71.4°F |
| 32% above Cabo Verde avg | |
| January Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| July Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| Sunny Days | 315 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 72 ft (22 m) |
| Area | 251.9 sq mi (652.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 13/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 17.2017°N, 25.0922°W |
| Timezone | Atlantic/Cape_Verde |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 68°F (20°C) | 0.6 in | |
| February | 67°F (20°C) | 0.3 in | Coldest |
| March | 68°F (20°C) | 0.1 in | |
| April | 69°F (20°C) | 0.1 in | |
| May | 70°F (21°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| June | 72°F (22°C) | 0.0 in | |
| July | 73°F (23°C) | 0.5 in | |
| August | 75°F (24°C) | 1.7 in | |
| September | 76°F (24°C) | 4.8 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| October | 76°F (24°C) | 2.1 in | |
| November | 74°F (23°C) | 0.9 in | |
| December | 70°F (21°C) | 0.7 in |
Ponta do Sol has a seasonal temperature swing of 9°F / from 67°F in February to 76°F in September. Total annual precipitation is 11.7 inches, with September being the wettest month (4.8") and May the driest (0.0").
Schools in Ponta do Sol
7 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jardim da Infância | — | — | — | — |
| Escola Primária | — | — | — | — |
| Liceu do Coculi | — | — | — | — |
| Escola No. 4 | — | — | — | — |
| Escola Primária de Manta Velha | — | — | — | — |
| Escola Cruzinha | — | — | — | — |
| Escola José Duarte Lopes | — | — | — | — |
Libraries in Ponta do Sol
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Municipal | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca municipale | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Ponta do Sol
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Market Hall and Commercial Center | |||||
| Mercado | |||||
| Mercado Municip. | |||||
| Mercado Municipal |
Hotels in Ponta do Sol
17 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Ponta do Sol
20 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Ponta do Sol
1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Ponta do Sol
1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Ponta do Sol
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Ponta do Sol
2 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Cesaria Evora International Airport | VXE | Large Airport |
| Agostinho Neto Airport | NTO | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Ponta do Sol
3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Chapela Nossa Senhora da Fátima | |
| Igreja católica | |
| Nossa Senhora do Livramento |
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What is the population of Ponta do Sol?
Ponta do Sol has a population of 3,300 residents and is located in Cabo Verde. The population density is 13 people per square mile, spread across 251.9 square miles.
What is the weather like in Ponta do Sol?
Ponta do Sol has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 71°F (22°C). Winter temperatures average 68°F in January, while summers reach an average of 73°F in July. The area receives 315 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 11.7 inches.