Cape Verde

Santa Isabel

Santa Isabel, in Boa Vista, Cape Verde, sits in the subtropical North Atlantic with a modest coastal stretch. The region is primarily known for its arid island scenery and access to nearby shorelines around Sal Rei and Curral Velho, where local dive centers offer shallow dives. The area is relatively quiet for diving, with limited offshore sites; conditions are warm year-round and visibility can vary with seasonal winds. Inland waters are not typical for diving here, so most experiences center on coastal ecosystems and reef-like structures close to the shoreline. Divers should check local tides and weather for boat access and safety.

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)

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The best times to dive in the Santa Isabel region

The best months to dive in Santa Isabel 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 24 °C 7/10
02 - Feb.
21 °C 22 °C 7/10
03 - Mar.
21 °C 22 °C 7/10
04 - Apr.
22 °C 22 °C 7/10
05 - May
23 °C 23 °C 7/10
06 - Jun.
24 °C 24 °C 7/10
07 - Jul.
25 °C 25 °C 7/10
08 - Aug.
26 °C 26 °C 7/10
09 - Sept.
27 °C 28 °C 6/10
10 - Oct.
27 °C 28 °C 7/10
11 - Nov.
26 °C 27 °C 6/10
12 - Dec.
23 °C 25 °C 6/10

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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