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São Filipe, Cabo Verde
São Filipe · Cabo Verde
São Filipe is a small city in São Filipe, Cabo Verde with a population of 10,097. Elevation: 131 ft (40 m). Average temperature: 65°F (19°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About São Filipe
São Filipe is a city on the west coast of Africa on the island of Fogo, Cape Verde. It is the capital of the island, and the seat of the São Filipe Municipality. The island's airport, São Filipe Airport, is located on the southeastern edge of the town and the island's port is 4 km north of the center at Vale de Cavaleiros. The town's elevation is 20 meters.
People
Climate
| Population | 10,097 |
| Population Density | 109 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 131 ft (40 m) |
| Coordinates | 14.8961°, -24.4956° |
| Timezone | Atlantic/Cape_Verde |
| Country | 🇨🇻 Cabo Verde |
| State / Province | São Filipe |
| Average Temperature | 65°F (19°C) |
| January Average | 62°F (17°C) |
| July Average | 67°F (19°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 14.5 inches (367 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About São Filipe
São Filipe is a small city in Cabo Verde (São Filipe) with a population of 10,097. The city sits at an elevation of 131 feet (40 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 65°F (19°C). Temperatures range from 62°F in January to 67°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 14.5 inches. The timezone is Atlantic/Cape_Verde.
Climate in São Filipe
São Filipe has an average annual temperature of 24.6°C (76°F). The hottest month is Sep (27.2°C), the coldest is Mar (22.2°C). Average annual precipitation is 332 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 65.3°F |
| 21% above Cabo Verde avg | |
| January Average | 62°F (17°C) |
| July Average | 67°F (19°C) |
| Sunny Days | 310 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 131 ft (40 m) |
| Area | 92.5 sq mi (239.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 109/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 14.8961°N, 24.4956°W |
| Timezone | Atlantic/Cape_Verde |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Fogo (17 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Fogo | Stratovolcano | 2,829 m (9,281 ft) | 2015 | 17 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 62°F (17°C) | 0.2 in | |
| February | 62°F (17°C) | 0.2 in | Coldest |
| March | 63°F (17°C) | 0.1 in | |
| April | 64°F (18°C) | 0.0 in | |
| May | 65°F (18°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| June | 66°F (19°C) | 0.0 in | |
| July | 67°F (19°C) | 1.3 in | |
| August | 69°F (20°C) | 4.2 in | |
| September | 69°F (21°C) | 5.9 in | Wettest |
| October | 69°F (21°C) | 1.7 in | Warmest |
| November | 67°F (19°C) | 0.6 in | |
| December | 64°F (18°C) | 0.3 in |
São Filipe has a seasonal temperature swing of 7°F / from 62°F in February to 69°F in October. Total annual precipitation is 14.5 inches, with September being the wettest month (5.9") and May the driest (0.0").
Schools in São Filipe
5 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escola de Ensino Basico de Curral Ocho | — | — | — | — |
| Liceu Teixeira de Sousa | — | — | — | — |
| IEFP - Fogo e Brava | — | — | — | — |
| Escola de Ensino Basico de Forno | — | — | — | — |
| Escola | — | — | — | — |
Museums in São Filipe
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Casa da Memória | ||||
| Museo Municipal | ||||
| Museu do café |
Farmers Markets in São Filipe
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| J.L.F. Mercado de Peixe | |||||
| Mercado Municip. | |||||
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Mercado Municipal |
Hotels in São Filipe
15 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in São Filipe
19 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in São Filipe
3 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in São Filipe
1 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in São Filipe
1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in São Filipe
1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in São Filipe
3 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in São Filipe
3 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in São Filipe
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near São Filipe
2 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Mosteiros Airport | MTI | Small Airport |
| São Filipe Airport | SFL | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in São Filipe
15 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Capela de Forno | |
| Igreja | |
| Igreja Adventista | |
| Igreja Universal do Reino de Deus | |
| Maria Chavez | |
| Nazareth | |
| Nossa Senhora da Conceição | |
| Nossa Senhora da Fátima | |
| Nossa Senhora de Encarnação | |
| Nossa Senhora Do Socorro | |
| Nossa Senhora do Socorro | |
| Nossa Senhora Do Socorro | |
| Paroquia de São Lourenço | |
| Salão Do Reino Testemunhas de Jeová | |
| Santa Filomena |
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What is the population of São Filipe?
São Filipe has a population of 10,097 residents and is located in Cabo Verde. The population density is 109 people per square mile, spread across 92.5 square miles.
What is the weather like in São Filipe?
São Filipe enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F (19°C). Winter temperatures average 62°F in January, while summers reach an average of 67°F in July. The area receives 310 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 14.5 inches.