Cape Verde is a small island nation off the coast of West Africa, comprising of 10 volcanic islands and 8 islets. Fire plays an important role in the lives of the people of Cape Verde, both historically and in the present day.
The archipelago of Cape Verde has been inhabited for thousands of years, and fire has been an integral part of the lives of its inhabitants since the beginning. Fire was used for cooking, warmth, and protection from predators. In addition, the volcanic islands of Cape Verde are known for their frequent eruptions, which can cause devastating fires.
The Portuguese, who colonized Cape Verde in the 15th century, brought with them the tradition of using fire to clear land for farming, as well as for burning charcoal for fuel. This practice continued until the 19th century, when the Portuguese began to introduce more modern methods of land management.
In modern times, fire is still used in Cape Verde for various purposes. It is used to clear land for farming, and to burn charcoal for fuel. Fire is also used to burn off the scrub vegetation that can fuel wildfires, which are a major threat to the islands.
In addition, fire is used in traditional celebrations and festivals. For example, the annual Fogo Festival is celebrated in the island of Fogo, and involves burning fireworks, bonfires, and torches.
Despite the dangers of fire, it is an important part of life in Cape Verde. Fire has been used for centuries and continues to be used for both practical and cultural purposes.
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Fire in Cape Verde has a tropical climate with two distinct seasons - a dry season from November to July, and a wet season from August to October. The dry season is characterised by warm temperatures and low humidity, while the wet season brings cooler temperatures and higher humidity. The temperature remains fairly constant throughout the year, with highs of around 27°C and lows of around 21°C. Rainfall is highest during the wet season, with an average of around 4 inches per month. During the dry season, rainfall is much lower, with an average of around 2 inches per month.
Our weather forecast for Fogo helps plan your stay according to the weather. For sunny days, pack light and breathable clothes, swimwear, and sunscreen. For winter weather, it's recommended to bring warm clothes, gloves, a hat, sturdy footwear, and a raincoat.
Date | Icon | Temperature | Wind speed/gusts | Cloudiness/Visibility | Air humidity/pressure | Sunrise/Sunset |
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Dec. 21st 2024 Dec. 21st 2024 | max: 23.3 °C min: 21.8 °C |
28.1 m/s 28.4 m/s |
89.5 % 24.1 m |
68.5 % 1,016 hPa |
06:58:41 18:13:12 |
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Dec. 22nd 2024 Dec. 22nd 2024 | max: 22.5 °C min: 21.5 °C |
35.6 m/s 32.4 m/s |
22.6 % 24.1 m |
66.9 % 1,016 hPa |
06:59:10 18:13:42 |
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Dec. 23rd 2024 Dec. 23rd 2024 | max: 22.1 °C min: 20.8 °C |
33.1 m/s 31.0 m/s |
33.2 % 24.1 m |
66.6 % 1,015 hPa |
06:59:39 18:14:13 |
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Dec. 24th 2024 Dec. 24th 2024 | max: 21.2 °C min: 20.3 °C |
24.5 m/s 21.2 m/s |
30.5 % 24.1 m |
67.1 % 1,014 hPa |
07:00:07 18:14:45 |
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Dec. 25th 2024 Dec. 25th 2024 | max: 21.4 °C min: 20.1 °C |
25.9 m/s 22.7 m/s |
15.4 % 24.1 m |
66.7 % 1,015 hPa |
07:00:35 18:15:17 |
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Dec. 26th 2024 Dec. 26th 2024 | max: 21.6 °C min: 20.7 °C |
22.0 m/s 20.5 m/s |
18.2 % 24.1 m |
73.2 % 1,016 hPa |
07:01:02 18:15:49 |
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Dec. 27th 2024 Dec. 27th 2024 | max: 23.1 °C min: 21.2 °C |
28.4 m/s 27.4 m/s |
23.8 % 24.1 m |
77.4 % 1,015 hPa |
07:01:28 18:16:22 |
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Dec. 28th 2024 Dec. 28th 2024 | max: 23.3 °C min: 22 °C |
25.9 m/s 23.4 m/s |
66.4 % 24.1 m |
78.3 % 1,014 hPa |
07:01:54 18:16:55 |
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Dec. 29th 2024 Dec. 29th 2024 | max: 23.8 °C min: 22 °C |
28.4 m/s 26.6 m/s |
84.8 % 24.1 m |
78.1 % 1,014 hPa |
07:02:18 18:17:29 |
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Dec. 30th 2024 Dec. 30th 2024 | max: 24.6 °C min: 21.8 °C |
29.5 m/s 26.6 m/s |
14.2 % 24.1 m |
76.6 % 1,013 hPa |
07:02:42 18:18:03 |
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Dec. 31st 2024 Dec. 31st 2024 | max: 25.4 °C min: 23.1 °C |
20.9 m/s 21.6 m/s |
5.2 % 24.1 m |
66.9 % 1,013 hPa |
07:03:05 18:18:37 |
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Jan. 1st 2025 Jan. 1st 2025 | max: 26.3 °C min: 23.8 °C |
22.7 m/s 24.1 m/s |
35.5 % 24.1 m |
62.2 % 1,013 hPa |
07:03:28 18:19:11 |
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Jan. 2nd 2025 Jan. 2nd 2025 | max: 25.8 °C min: 23.7 °C |
27.0 m/s 30.2 m/s |
1.5 % 24.1 m |
56.6 % 1,013 hPa |
07:03:49 18:19:46 |
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Jan. 3rd 2025 Jan. 3rd 2025 | max: 24.9 °C min: 23.3 °C |
25.9 m/s 27.0 m/s |
52.7 % 24.1 m |
62.5 % 1,014 hPa |
07:04:09 18:20:21 |
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Jan. 4th 2025 Jan. 4th 2025 | max: 25.5 °C min: 22.4 °C |
27.7 m/s 22.3 m/s |
61.2 % 24.1 m |
63.5 % 1,015 hPa |
07:04:29 18:20:56 |
Would you like to travel to Fogo on a cruise ship or would you just like to know when a certain ship will dock there? Here you will find an overview of the cruise ships that will be calling at the port of Fogo.
Date | Ship | Arrival | Departure | Details |
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Dec. 26th 2024 Thursday, 26th of Dec. 2024 | LE PONANT | 07:00 am | 03:00 pm | |
Jan. 2nd 2025 Thursday, 2nd of Jan. 2025 | LE PONANT | 07:00 am | 03:00 pm | |
Apr. 2nd 2025 Wednesday, 2nd of Apr. 2025 | HANSEATIC spirit | 12:00 am | 12:00 am | |
Apr. 3rd 2025 Thursday, 3rd of Apr. 2025 | HANSEATIC spirit | 12:00 am | 12:00 am |
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