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Best time to visit Sal

For beach weather, the best time to visit Sal is all year except February. For sightseeing in milder weather, try February.

Sal month by month

From daily weather for 2011–2025. Tap a month for the full picture.

Beach weather = highs of 25°C or more and fewer than seven rainy days. Good for sightseeing = highs between 18°C and 28°C and fewer than ten rainy days. Very hot = highs of 33°C or more. Wet = ten or more rainy days. Cool = highs below 18°C. How we measure

Quick answers

When is the best time to visit Sal?
For beach weather, the best time to visit Sal is all year except February. For sightseeing in milder weather, try February.
What is the hottest month in Sal?
September, with average highs of 30°C and lows of 25°C.
When is the sea warmest in Sal?
September, at about 27°C. It is coolest in March, at about 22°C.
What is the rainiest month in Sal?
September, with rain on about 4 days and 30 mm in a typical month.

Sal weather by month