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Praia de Santa Monica, Boa Vista

About Praia de Santa Monica, Boa Vista

Praia de Santa Monica is one of the beaches on Boa Vista that feels more about space and scenery than anything built around it. With a long stretch of white sand, stronger Atlantic waves, and very little development around it, it suits a beach day that feels quieter, more open, and less shaped by the resort side of the island. 

When to visit

November to June is the strongest window for dry, sunny beach weather, while August to October is hotter and carries the island’s highest rainfall chances.

Spring · Mar, Apr, May

Spring brings warm sunshine, almost no rain, and expansive beach conditions that feel especially rewarding on a shoreline this large. It is one of the best times for long walks, scenic drives from Povoação Velha, and enjoying Santa Monica’s wild beauty before the hotter late-summer period.

Summer · Jun, Jul, Aug

Summer stays hot and very dry through June and July, with August becoming warmer and slightly more humid. Boa Vista’s official tourism site notes that Santa Monica’s waves can calm down especially in summer, which makes the beach feel even more surreal and open, though the sun exposure remains intense.

Autumn · Sep, Oct, Nov

Autumn is the hottest stretch of the year and also the period with the highest rainfall potential, especially in September and October. Even so, rainfall remains low in absolute terms, so the season still suits travellers who want dramatic skies, warm sea conditions, and fewer people on this enormous shoreline.

Winter · Dec, Jan, Feb

Winter offers sunny days, comfortable daytime warmth, and the classic appeal of Boa Vista as a winter-sun escape. At Santa Monica, this season also brings a windier, more powerful Atlantic feel, making the beach especially striking for scenery, photography, and experienced surfers drawn to exposed ocean conditions.

Weather Highlights

  • Summer high

    28°C / 82°F

  • Winter low

    20°C / 68°F

  • Rain

    12 days

  • Snow

    0 days

Location

Getting There

Praia de Santa Monica is located on the southwestern coast of Boa Vista, typically reached by road from Sal Rei, and is roughly 30 to 45 minutes from Aristides Pereira International Airport depending on road conditions and your exact route.

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