Beach near Sao Nicolau, Cape Verde

Sao Nicolau Travel Guide

Cape Verde

Sao Nicolau is a small city in Cape Verde, with a population of 5,039. It is served by Preguica Airport (SNE), the airport to use when travelling to the city by air.

There are no notable named beaches within 40 kilometres of Sao Nicolau, so the city is not a practical base for visiting a cluster of nearby beaches. Specific local transport information is not available, so check arrangements for getting around before you travel.

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Local time

5,039

Population

2,754 miles away

Know before you go

Pays in CVE

Plug type Type C & Type F (UK adapter needed)

Emergency 112

Dial code +238

Tipping: Tipping is appreciated for good service in Cape Verde, but it's not obligatory. A small tip can go a long way.

Best time to visit Sao Nicolau

Jan

25°1

Feb

24°1

Mar

24°1

Apr

25°2

May

26°1

Jun

26°0

Jul

28°7

Aug

28°13

Sep

29°11

Oct

29°2

Nov

28°1

Dec

26°3

Average daily maximums with rainy days per month, from the last three years of weather history.

Things to do in Sao Nicolau

  1. Ponta Praia do Pito

    historic site

    4.1 km

  2. Paróquia de Nossa Senhora da Lapa - São Nicolau CV

    roman catholic place of worship

    3.9 km

Getting there

Preguica Airport · 0 km

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