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Vila do Maio, Cabo Verde
Maio · Cabo Verde
Vila do Maio is a small town in Maio, Cabo Verde with a population of 4,472. Elevation: 72 ft (22 m). Average temperature: 76°F (24°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Vila do Maio
Porto Inglês is a city in the southwestern part of the island of Maio in southeastern Cape Verde. It is the main urban settlement of the island, and also seat of the Maio Municipality. Its population was 2,971 in 2010. The name Porto Inglês refers to English ships that exported salt produced on the island of Maio from this town. Salt exploitation continued until the 19th century. The inconclusive Battle of Maio was fought between British and French frigate squadrons close to the town on 23 January 1814 in the last stages of the Napoleonic Wars.
People
Climate
| Population | 4,472 |
| Population Density | 46 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 72 ft (22 m) |
| Coordinates | 15.1382°, -23.2116° |
| Timezone | Atlantic/Cape_Verde |
| Country | 🇨🇻 Cabo Verde |
| State / Province | Maio |
| Average Temperature | 76°F (24°C) |
| January Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (25°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 6.4 inches (162 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Vila do Maio
Vila do Maio is a small town in Cabo Verde (Maio) with a population of 4,472. The city sits at an elevation of 72 feet (22 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 76°F (24°C). Temperatures range from 72°F in January to 78°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 6.4 inches. The timezone is Atlantic/Cape_Verde.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 75.9°F |
| 41% above Cabo Verde avg | |
| January Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (25°C) |
| Sunny Days | 324 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 72 ft (22 m) |
| Area | 97.3 sq mi (251.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 46/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 15.1382°N, 23.2116°W |
| Timezone | Atlantic/Cape_Verde |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Fogo (124 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Fogo | Stratovolcano | 2,829 m (9,281 ft) | 2015 | 124 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 72°F (22°C) | 0.0 in | Coldest |
| February | 72°F (22°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| March | 73°F (23°C) | 0.0 in | |
| April | 73°F (23°C) | 0.0 in | |
| May | 75°F (24°C) | 0.0 in | |
| June | 76°F (25°C) | 0.0 in | |
| July | 78°F (25°C) | 0.2 in | |
| August | 79°F (26°C) | 2.0 in | |
| September | 80°F (27°C) | 2.9 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| October | 80°F (26°C) | 1.1 in | |
| November | 78°F (25°C) | 0.1 in | |
| December | 74°F (24°C) | 0.0 in |
Vila do Maio has a seasonal temperature swing of 8°F / from 72°F in January to 80°F in September. Total annual precipitation is 6.4 inches, with September being the wettest month (2.9") and February the driest (0.0").
Schools in Vila do Maio
6 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escola Primária | — | — | — | — |
| Escola Secundária Horace Silver | — | — | — | — |
| Escola Primária da Calheta | — | — | — | — |
| Jardim Brilho do Sol | — | — | — | — |
| Escola Básica do Morro | — | — | — | — |
| Jardin Infatil do Barreiro | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Vila do Maio
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Farmers Markets in Vila do Maio
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Mercado Municipal |
Hotels in Vila do Maio
8 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Vila do Maio
12 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Vila do Maio
1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Castles in Vila do Maio
1 castles within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Vila do Maio
2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Vila do Maio
1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Vila do Maio
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Vila do Maio
2 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Nelson Mandela International Airport | RAI | Large Airport |
| Maio Airport | MMO | Medium Airport |
Post Offices in Vila do Maio
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Correios de Cabo Verde |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Vila do Maio
6 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Capela do Barreiro | |
| Capela Nossa Senhora de Fátima | |
| Igreja | |
| Igreja Nova Apostólica | |
| Igreja Nova Apostólica | |
| Igreja Paroquial de Nossa Senhora da Luz |
Quick Facts
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What is the population of Vila do Maio?
Vila do Maio has a population of 4,472 residents and is located in Cabo Verde. The population density is 46 people per square mile, spread across 97.3 square miles.
What is the weather like in Vila do Maio?
Vila do Maio has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 76°F (24°C). Winter temperatures average 72°F in January, while summers reach an average of 78°F in July. The area receives 324 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 6.4 inches.