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Santa Maria, Cabo Verde
Sal · Cabo Verde
Santa Maria is a small city in Sal, Cabo Verde with a population of 8,400. Elevation: 16 ft (5 m). Average temperature: 73°F (23°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Santa Maria
The salt ponds of Santa Maria are a complex of salt evaporation ponds north of the city Santa Maria in the southernmost part of the island of Sal, Cape Verde. It is one of two on the island, the other is near Pedra de Lume. The salt ponds are a protected area as a protected landscape, covering 69 hectares.
People
Climate
| Population | 8,400 |
| Population Density | 85 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 16 ft (5 m) |
| Coordinates | 16.5980°, -22.9051° |
| Timezone | Atlantic/Cape_Verde |
| Country | 🇨🇻 Cabo Verde |
| State / Province | Sal |
| Average Temperature | 73°F (23°C) |
| January Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 2.5 inches (64 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Santa Maria
Santa Maria is a small city in Cabo Verde (Sal) with a population of 8,400. The city sits at an elevation of 16 feet (5 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 2.5 inches. The timezone is Atlantic/Cape_Verde.
Climate in Santa Maria
Santa Maria has an average annual temperature of 0°C (32°F). The hottest month is Jan (0°C), the coldest is Jan (0°C). Average annual precipitation is 74 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 73.4°F |
| 36% above Cabo Verde avg | |
| January Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| Sunny Days | 331 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 16 ft (5 m) |
| Area | 98.3 sq mi (254.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 85/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 16.5980°N, 22.9051°W |
| Timezone | Atlantic/Cape_Verde |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 70°F (21°C) | 0.1 in | |
| February | 69°F (21°C) | 0.0 in | Coldest |
| 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 | 73°F (23°C) | 0.0 in | |
| July | 75°F (24°C) | 0.0 in | |
| August | 77°F (25°C) | 0.5 in | |
| September | 79°F (26°C) | 1.3 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| October | 78°F (25°C) | 0.3 in | |
| November | 75°F (24°C) | 0.0 in | |
| December | 72°F (22°C) | 0.2 in |
Santa Maria has a seasonal temperature swing of 9°F / from 69°F in February to 79°F in September. Total annual precipitation is 2.5 inches, with September being the wettest month (1.3") and April the driest (0.0").
Schools in Santa Maria
5 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sal kids (crèche, jardim infantil) | — | — | — | — |
| École Internationale de Sal | — | — | — | — |
| Escola | — | — | — | — |
| Ludoteca Municipal Albufeira | — | — | — | — |
| Escola Secundária | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Santa Maria
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Santa Maria
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Museu do Sal |
Libraries in Santa Maria
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Municipal | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Santa Maria
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado | |||||
| Mercado | |||||
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Mercado Municipal |
Hotels in Santa Maria
42 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Santa Maria
112 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Santa Maria
5 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Santa Maria
2 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Santa Maria
4 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Santa Maria
1 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Santa Maria
1 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Santa Maria
2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Santa Maria
5 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Santa Maria
4 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Santa Maria
1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Santa Maria
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brewery |
Stadiums & Teams in Santa Maria
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Santa Maria
2 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Amílcar Cabral International Airport | SID | Large Airport |
| Aristides Pereira International Airport | BVC | Large Airport |
Post Offices in Santa Maria
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Correios |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Santa Maria
4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Igreja Do Nazareno | |
| Nossa Senhora de Fátima | |
| Paróquia Nossa Senhora das Dores | |
| Pentacostal Igreja |
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What is the population of Santa Maria?
Santa Maria has a population of 8,400 residents and is located in Cabo Verde. The population density is 85 people per square mile, spread across 98.3 square miles.
What is the weather like in Santa Maria?
Santa Maria 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 2.5 inches.