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Tarrafal, Cabo Verde
Tarrafal · Cabo Verde
Tarrafal is a small city in Tarrafal, Cabo Verde with a population of 13,483. Elevation: 56 ft (17 m). Average temperature: 73°F (23°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Tarrafal
Tarrafal is a city in the northern part of the island of Santiago, Cape Verde. In 2010 its population was 6,656. It is a fishing port situated on the northwestern coast. It constitutes the seat of the Tarrafal Municipality.
People
Climate
| Population | 13,483 |
| Population Density | 257 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 56 ft (17 m) |
| Coordinates | 15.2788°, -23.7519° |
| Timezone | Atlantic/Cape_Verde |
| Country | 🇨🇻 Cabo Verde |
| State / Province | Tarrafal |
| Average Temperature | 73°F (23°C) |
| January Average | 69°F (21°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 12.1 inches (307 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Tarrafal
Tarrafal is a small city in Cabo Verde (Tarrafal) with a population of 13,483. The city sits at an elevation of 56 feet (17 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 73°F (23°C). Temperatures range from 69°F in January to 75°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 12.1 inches. The timezone is Atlantic/Cape_Verde.
Climate in Tarrafal
Tarrafal has an average annual temperature of 24.4°C (76°F). The hottest month is Sep (27.3°C), the coldest is Mar (22°C). Average annual precipitation is 233 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 72.6°F |
| 34% above Cabo Verde avg | |
| January Average | 69°F (21°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| Sunny Days | 314 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 56 ft (17 m) |
| Area | 52.4 sq mi (135.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 257/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 15.2788°N, 23.7519°W |
| Timezone | Atlantic/Cape_Verde |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Fogo (74 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Fogo | Stratovolcano | 2,829 m (9,281 ft) | 2015 | 74 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 69°F (21°C) | 0.1 in | Coldest |
| February | 69°F (21°C) | 0.1 in | |
| March | 70°F (21°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| April | 70°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) | 0.8 in | |
| August | 76°F (24°C) | 3.4 in | |
| September | 76°F (25°C) | 5.0 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| October | 76°F (24°C) | 2.1 in | |
| November | 75°F (24°C) | 0.5 in | |
| December | 71°F (22°C) | 0.2 in |
Tarrafal has a seasonal temperature swing of 8°F / from 69°F in January to 76°F in September. Total annual precipitation is 12.1 inches, with September being the wettest month (5.0") and March the driest (0.0").
Schools in Tarrafal
6 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Universidade CV | — | — | — | — |
| Licéu | — | — | — | — |
| Escola Secundária de Chão Bom | — | — | — | — |
| Licéu | — | — | — | — |
| Escola Secundária de Chão Bom | — | — | — | — |
| Centro Educação Juvénil | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Tarrafal
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Tarrafal
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Centro Cultural Norberto Tavares | ||||
| Ceramic Arts Museum | ||||
| Museu de Tabanka | ||||
| Museu do Campo de Concentração do Tarrafal |
Farmers Markets in Tarrafal
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Assomada market | |||||
| Merc. Municipal | |||||
| Mercado | |||||
| Mercado | |||||
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Sucupira |
Hotels in Tarrafal
13 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Tarrafal
26 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Tarrafal
2 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Tarrafal
2 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Tarrafal
2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Tarrafal
1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Tarrafal
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Tarrafal
4 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Nelson Mandela International Airport | RAI | Large Airport |
| Maio Airport | MMO | Medium Airport |
| Mosteiros Airport | MTI | Small Airport |
| São Filipe Airport | SFL | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Tarrafal
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Correios de Cabo Verde |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Tarrafal
3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Igreja Adventista do Sétimo Dia de Achada Tenda | |
| Igreja Universal Do Reino de Deus | |
| Santo Amaro Abdade |
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What is the population of Tarrafal?
Tarrafal has a population of 13,483 residents and is located in Cabo Verde. The population density is 257 people per square mile, spread across 52.4 square miles.
What is the weather like in Tarrafal?
Tarrafal has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winter temperatures average 69°F in January, while summers reach an average of 75°F in July. The area receives 314 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 12.1 inches.