Cape Verde

Prainha

Prainha is a small coastal area near Praia, Cape Verde. It is not a major diving hub, and there are only a couple of known dive sites in the wider area. Access for shore diving is limited and conditions can be variable, with warm Atlantic water and typical clarity depending on wind and currents. Given the limited local diving infrastructure (few centers and small site count), most divers travel to more established hubs in Cape Verde for a broader range of dives, but Prainha can be a convenient access point for short, local excursions when conditions allow. Nearby Praia offers accommodations and basic services for divers exploring the region.

Essential information for traveling in Cape Verde

About Cape Verde

Sea
Bay of Biscay and North Atlantic Ocean
Timezone
Atlantic/Cape_Verde
Languages
PT
Demonym
Cape Verdian
Phone prefix
+238

Practicalities

Currency
CVE
Voltage
220, 230
Plug type
Type C, Type F
Airports
SID BVC RAI SNE VXE

Diving specifics

Temperature
°C
Depth units
meters
Pressure
bar
Regulators
DIN Yoke (INT)

Dive sites and dive centers around Prainha

Nearby Dive Sites (2)

Nearby cities for scuba diving around Prainha

The best time to dive in Prainha

The best months to dive in Prainha are from July to October. Temperatures are confortable (25-27°C), currents are mild and the visibility is at its best.

Excellent Good Fair Mitigated
01 - Jan.
22 °C
02 - Feb.
21 °C
03 - Mar.
21 °C
04 - Apr.
23 °C
05 - May
24 °C
06 - Jun.
25 °C
07 - Jul.
25 °C
08 - Aug.
26 °C
09 - Sept.
27 °C
10 - Oct.
27 °C
11 - Nov.
26 °C
12 - Dec.
23 °C

Based on last year's weather. Scores compare months for this destination only and are indicative. A mitigated month may still suit many divers.

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