Fogo, Cape Verde: What to pack, what to wear, and when to go [2022]

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Traveling to Fogo, Cape Verde? If you're planning to go to Fogo, this article contains some important information about when to go, what to wear, and what to pack.

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About your travel guide

Hi! I'm Dev. I've traveled all over the world and in my travels, I have made many packing lists. In this series, my team and I have compiled the most useful information, as well as things we couldn't live without, to help you plan your trip.


When to go to Fogo, Cape Verde

Based on the climate and weather in Fogo, the best time to go is November. See below for details.

Important essentials for Fogo, Cape Verde

Here are some general tips on what to wear in Fogo, as well as several items to remember to pack when traveling there.

COVID-19 ESSENTIALS FOR 2022


  • Travel insurance that includes COVID-19 coverage

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  • N95 masks

    These N95 masks provide the best level of COVID protection possible.

  • (U.S. Residents) Telehealth COVID-19 test for entry to U.S.

    U.S. residents still need a certified COVID-19 test to return home, but it can now be via Zoom. Learn more


  • A vaccine card protector

    Vaccine cards may wear out. An unreadable vaccination card can cause severe consequences. This vaccine card protector helps stop that.


  • Travel disinfecting wipes

    Use these to sanitize plane and hotel surfaces.


  • Kids' KN95 masks

    N95 masks aren't sold for kids. These are a good alternative (and can also be used by adults if N95 masks are not available).


  • Touchless thermometer

    A touchless thermometer is important to have.


  • Hand sanitizer

    This hand sanitizer is an easy-to-carry TSA-friendly option.

General health necessities


  • Emergency water purifier

    Some areas may have unreliable tap water, so it's useful to bring an emergency water purifier like this one.


  • Travel first aid kit

    This one is a superb value.


  • Emergency motion sickness relief

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What to wear/what to pack for Fogo, Cape Verde by month

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January

Traveling to Fogo in January, you will notice that it dry with little rain. Expect it to rain occasionally. Average temperatures (including nighttime) are in the low 60s F (mid 10s C). There is frost a bit less than half of the time.

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February

February in Fogo dry with little rain. Temperatures average in the low 60s F (mid 10s C), with daytime temperatures significantly higher. There is frost 5-10 days this month. It rains occasionally.

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March

If you go to Fogo in March, you will notice that it dry with little rain. Expect it to rain sometimes. Average temperatures (including nighttime) are in the low 60s F (mid 10s C). There is frost regularly.

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April

Traveling to Fogo in April, you will notice that it dry with little rain. Expect it to rain sometimes. Average temperatures (including nighttime) are in the low 60s F (high 10s C). There is frost once in a while.

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May

May in Fogo is mild. Temperatures average in the 60s F (high 10s C), with daytime temperatures significantly higher. It rains occasionally.

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June

June in this region is warm. Temperatures average in the 60s F (high 10s C), with daytime temperatures significantly higher. It rains once in a while.

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July

If you go to Fogo in July, you will notice that it is warm. Expect it to rain regularly. Average temperatures (including nighttime) are in the high 60s F (low 20s C).

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August

If you are traveling to Fogo in August, you will notice that it is warm. Expect it to rain a bit less than half of the time. Average temperatures (including nighttime) are in the low 60s F (low 20s C).

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September

If you are traveling to Fogo in September, you will notice that it is warm. Expect it to rain about a third of the time. Average temperatures (including nighttime) are in the low 60s F (low 20s C).

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October

October in this region is a perfect temperature. Temperatures average in the high 60s F (low 20s C), with daytime temperatures significantly higher. It rains sometimes.

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November

Traveling to Fogo in November, you will notice that it dry with little rain. Expect it to rain once in a while. Average temperatures (including nighttime) are in the 60s F (high 10s C). There is frost sometimes.

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December

Traveling to Fogo in December, you will notice that it dry with little rain. Average temperatures (including nighttime) are in the 60s F (high 10s C). There is frost regularly.

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