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Sal Rei, Cabo Verde
Boa Vista · Cabo Verde
Sal Rei is a small city in Boa Vista, Cabo Verde with a population of 10,936. Elevation: 26 ft (8 m). Average temperature: 73°F (23°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Sal Rei
Sal Rei is a city on the northwestern coast of the island of Boa Vista in eastern Cape Verde. Sal Rei is the island's main urban settlement, and the seat of the Boa Vista Municipality. In 2010 its population was 5,778. The name of the settlement means "King Salt" in Portuguese. This name stems from when the island's main industry was salt production.
People
Climate
| Population | 10,936 |
| Population Density | 47 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 26 ft (8 m) |
| Coordinates | 16.1761°, -22.9172° |
| Timezone | Atlantic/Cape_Verde |
| Country | 🇨🇻 Cabo Verde |
| State / Province | Boa Vista |
| Average Temperature | 73°F (23°C) |
| January Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 2.8 inches (70 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Sal Rei
Sal Rei is a small city in Cabo Verde (Boa Vista) with a population of 10,936. The city sits at an elevation of 26 feet (8 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 73°F (23°C). Temperatures range from 70°F in January to 75°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 2.8 inches. The timezone is Atlantic/Cape_Verde.
Climate in Sal Rei
Sal Rei has an average annual temperature of 24.2°C (76°F). The hottest month is Sep (27.3°C), the coldest is Mar (21.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 198 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 73.1°F |
| 35% above Cabo Verde avg | |
| January Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| Sunny Days | 331 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 26 ft (8 m) |
| Area | 234.7 sq mi (608.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 47/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 16.1761°N, 22.9172°W |
| Timezone | Atlantic/Cape_Verde |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 70°F (21°C) | 0.0 in | |
| February | 69°F (21°C) | 0.0 in | Coldest, Driest |
| March | 70°F (21°C) | 0.0 in | |
| April | 71°F (21°C) | 0.0 in | |
| May | 72°F (22°C) | 0.0 in | |
| June | 73°F (23°C) | 0.0 in | |
| July | 75°F (24°C) | 0.1 in | |
| August | 77°F (25°C) | 0.7 in | |
| September | 78°F (26°C) | 1.5 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| October | 77°F (25°C) | 0.3 in | |
| November | 75°F (24°C) | 0.0 in | |
| December | 72°F (22°C) | 0.1 in |
Sal Rei has a seasonal temperature swing of 9°F / from 69°F in February to 78°F in September. Total annual precipitation is 2.8 inches, with September being the wettest month (1.5") and February the driest (0.0").
Schools in Sal Rei
6 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escola Secundária | — | — | — | — |
| Escola de Música | — | — | — | — |
| Escola Municipal de Musica "Olimpio Estrela" | — | — | — | — |
| Escola de formação de pescadores | — | — | — | — |
| Liceu de Sal Rei | — | — | — | — |
| Escola Secundária | — | — | — | — |
Museums in Sal Rei
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Museu de Arqueologia da Boa Vista | ||||
| Museu de Arqueologia da Boa Vista | ||||
| Museu dos Náufragos |
Farmers Markets in Sal Rei
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercadinho | |||||
| Mercado do peixe | |||||
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Mercado Municipal |
Hotels in Sal Rei
12 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Sal Rei
43 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Sal Rei
3 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Theme Parks in Sal Rei
1 theme parks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Sal Rei
1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Sal Rei
2 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Sal Rei
3 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Sal Rei
1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Sal Rei
2 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Sal Rei
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Sal Rei
2 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Amílcar Cabral International Airport | SID | Large Airport |
| Aristides Pereira International Airport | BVC | Large Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Sal Rei
4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Igreja Nova Apostólica | |
| Igreja São Roque (Igreja de Rabil) | |
| Nossa Senhora de Fátima | |
| Santa Isabel |
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What is the population of Sal Rei?
Sal Rei has a population of 10,936 residents and is located in Cabo Verde. The population density is 47 people per square mile, spread across 234.7 square miles.
What is the weather like in Sal Rei?
Sal Rei has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winter temperatures average 70°F in January, while summers reach an average of 75°F in July. The area receives 331 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 2.8 inches.