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Porto Novo, Cabo Verde
Porto Novo · Cabo Verde
Porto Novo is a small city in Porto Novo, Cabo Verde with a population of 11,138. Elevation: 30 ft (9 m). Average temperature: 69°F (21°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Porto Novo
Porto Novo is a city in the island of Santo Antão, in Cape Verde. It is the seat of the Porto Novo municipality. At the 2010 census, the town had 9,310 inhabitants, which makes it the most populous settlement of the island.
People
Climate
| Population | 11,138 |
| Population Density | 44 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 30 ft (9 m) |
| Coordinates | 17.0197°, -25.0647° |
| Timezone | Atlantic/Cape_Verde |
| Country | 🇨🇻 Cabo Verde |
| State / Province | Porto Novo |
| Average Temperature | 69°F (21°C) |
| January Average | 66°F (19°C) |
| July Average | 71°F (22°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 12.1 inches (308 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Porto Novo
Porto Novo is a small city in Cabo Verde (Porto Novo) with a population of 11,138. The city sits at an elevation of 30 feet (9 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 69°F (21°C). Temperatures range from 66°F in January to 71°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 12.1 inches. The timezone is Atlantic/Cape_Verde.
Climate in Porto Novo
Porto Novo 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 | 69.4°F |
| 29% above Cabo Verde avg | |
| January Average | 66°F (19°C) |
| July Average | 71°F (22°C) |
| Sunny Days | 314 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 30 ft (9 m) |
| Area | 251.9 sq mi (652.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 44/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 17.0197°N, 25.0647°W |
| Timezone | Atlantic/Cape_Verde |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 66°F (19°C) | 0.6 in | |
| February | 65°F (18°C) | 0.4 in | Coldest |
| March | 66°F (19°C) | 0.1 in | |
| April | 67°F (20°C) | 0.1 in | |
| May | 68°F (20°C) | 0.0 in | |
| June | 70°F (21°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| July | 71°F (22°C) | 0.6 in | |
| August | 74°F (23°C) | 2.0 in | |
| September | 74°F (23°C) | 4.8 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| October | 74°F (23°C) | 1.9 in | |
| November | 71°F (22°C) | 1.0 in | |
| December | 67°F (20°C) | 0.7 in |
Porto Novo has a seasonal temperature swing of 9°F / from 65°F in February to 74°F in September. Total annual precipitation is 12.1 inches, with September being the wettest month (4.8") and June the driest (0.0").
Schools in Porto Novo
8 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lagoa primary school | — | — | — | — |
| Ciclo Preparatório Porto Novo | — | — | — | — |
| Escola de Berlim | — | — | — | — |
| Liceu do Porto Novo | — | — | — | — |
| Escola Técnica João Varela-Porto Novo | — | — | — | — |
| Lar de Estudantil-Porto Novo | — | — | — | — |
| Escola Primária | — | — | — | — |
| Escola No. 3 Ribeira Fria | — | — | — | — |
Museums in Porto Novo
| 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 Porto Novo
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca municipale | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Porto Novo
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Market Hall and Commercial Center | |||||
| Mercado | |||||
| Mercado (da) Ribeirinha | |||||
| Mercado Monte Sossego | |||||
| Mercado Municip. | |||||
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Mercado Municipal |
Hotels in Porto Novo
6 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Porto Novo
14 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Porto Novo
1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Porto Novo
2 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Porto Novo
1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Porto Novo
2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Porto Novo
2 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Porto Novo
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Porto Novo
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 Porto Novo
3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Capela São João Baptista | |
| Igreja Nazarena | |
| Igreja São João Baptista |
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What is the population of Porto Novo?
Porto Novo has a population of 11,138 residents and is located in Cabo Verde. The population density is 44 people per square mile, spread across 251.9 square miles.
What is the weather like in Porto Novo?
Porto Novo enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F (21°C). Winter temperatures average 66°F in January, while summers reach an average of 71°F in July. The area receives 314 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 12.1 inches.