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Furthermore, we analyzed all climate data and provide a recommendation about which months are best to visit Senegal for your holiday.
Climate Overview
16 °C to 40 °C
20 °C to 27 °C
0 – 11.61 in (0 – 12 Days of Rain)Average Annual Temperature is between 24 °C (Dakar) and 28 °C (Kaolack)
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Best Time to Visit Senegal: Overview
JanuaryJan Best time to traveltime PerfectPerf. climate in Dakar Kaolack | FebruaryFeb Good time to traveltime PerfectPerf. climate in Kaolack | MarchMar Very hot (average up to 29 °C) | AprilApr Good time to traveltime PerfectPerf. climate in Dakar | MayMay Good time to traveltime PerfectPerf. climate in Dakar | JuneJun Good time to traveltime PerfectPerf. climate in Dakar |
JulyJul Good time to traveltime PerfectPerf. climate in Dakar | AugustAug Up to 11.61 in of rainof rain | SeptemberSep Good time to traveltime PerfectPerf. climate in Dakar | OctoberOct Good time to traveltime PerfectPerf. climate in Dakar | NovemberNov Best time to traveltime PerfectPerf. climate in Dakar Kaolack | DecemberDec Best time to traveltime PerfectPerf. climate in Dakar Kaolack |
Best Time to Visit the Regions
Find the best time to visit the regions (Senegal) in the following overview.| Location | Best Time to Travel |
|---|---|
| Dakar | all except February, March, and August |
| Kaolack | January, February, November, and December |
Climate Charts Senegal
In the following, you will find climate charts for the regions.
Furthermore, there are some charts you can use for quick comparison of climate between the regions.
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Dakar
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Source of Data: German Weather Service (Offenbach) and Wikipedia
Climate Tables Senegal
In the following, you will find some climate tables for Senegal, containing information about Temperatures, Precipitation, Water Temperatures, and Hours of Sunshine.Show climate table for
Temperatures, Precipitation, Sunshine in Dakar (Senegal)
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Day Temperature | 25° | 25° | 25° | 25° | 26° | 29° | 30° | 30° | 30° | 30° | 29° | 27° |
| Night Temperature | 17° | 17° | 17° | 18° | 20° | 23° | 25° | 25° | 24° | 24° | 23° | 20° |
| Water Temperature | 21° | 20° | 20° | 21° | 23° | 25° | 27° | 27° | 27° | 27° | 27° | 24° |
| Precipitation (inch) | 0.08 | 0.04 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.39 | 3.27 | 7.24 | 6.18 | 2.05 | 0.12 | 0.12 |
| Rainy days | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 4 | 9 | 8 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| Hours of Sunshine | 8 | 9 | 9 | 10 | 9 | 8 | 8 | 7 | 7 | 8 | 8 | 8 |
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Temperatures
The annual average temperature in Dakar is 24 °C.For comparison: London 11 °C, NYC 12 °C, LA 17.9 °C
Warmest month: September (27.4 °C)
Coldest month: January (19.9 °C)
The maximum water temperature in Dakar is 27 °C. You can take a bath at these temperatures.
Months with water temperature of at least 17 °C (Limited bathing is possible):
all months
Months with water temperature of at least 21 °C (adequate for beach vacation):
all except February, and March
Precipitation
Overall annual precipitation: 19.49 inch on 24 rainy daysFor comparison: London 24.06 in, NYC 41.57 in, LA 12.01 in
Rainy season (months with more than 6.9 in of precipitation): August
Overall precipitation in the rainy season: 7.24 in
You cannot expect snow in any month in Dakar.
Sunshine
As our climate table shows, April is the sunniest month with an average of 9.6 hours of sunshine per day. Over the year, there are 8.3 hours of sunshine per day on average. For comparison: London has 4.1, NYC has 7 and LA has 8.9 hours of sunshine per day on average.Temperatures, Precipitation, Sunshine in Kaolack (Senegal)
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Day Temperature | 34° | 36° | 39° | 40° | 39° | 36° | 33° | 32° | 33° | 34° | 36° | 34° |
| Night Temperature | 16° | 17° | 18° | 19° | 22° | 23° | 24° | 24° | 23° | 23° | 20° | 16° |
| Precipitation (inch) | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.31 | 2.4 | 6.3 | 11.61 | 7.91 | 2.52 | 0.16 | 0.12 |
| Rainy days | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 8 | 12 | 11 | 3 | 0 | 0 |
| Hours of Sunshine | 8 | 9 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 9 | 8 | 8 | 8 | 8 | 9 | 8 |
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Temperatures
The annual average temperature in Kaolack is 28 °C.Warmest month: May (30.3 °C)
Coldest month: January (24.8 °C)
Precipitation
Overall annual precipitation: 31.34 inch on 37 rainy daysRainy season (months with more than 6.9 in of precipitation): August, and September
Overall precipitation in the rainy season: 19.53 in
You cannot expect snow in any month in Kaolack.
Sunshine
As our climate table shows, April is the sunniest month with an average of 9.9 hours of sunshine per day. Over the year, there are 8.5 hours of sunshine per day on average.Popular Activities
Goree Island: discover Senegalese history and culture
Wheelchair accessible
from 140 $ »
Visit the Goree island : Discover its history through the House of Slaves, the Saint-Charles church, the Castel, the mosque and the Statue of the Liberation from slavery.
Gorée Island: Day Trip with Live Guide, Ferry and Museum (without meal)
UNESCO sites
from 61 $ »
Discover the island of Gorée in a different way, thanks to a turnkey experience: organized crossing, welcome by your guide at the pier, museum visit included, and optional lunch on the island.
Lake Retba: Quad Biking or 4×4, Canoe, Camel Ride & Lunch with Pool Access
Outdoor activities
from 77 $ »
Quad biking or 4WD, pirogue, horseback riding, lunch and pool access at Lake Retba: a unique experience between the desert, the ocean and the pink lagoon.
More attractions
Visit a Monument, a Mosque, Markets and a Cathedral in Dakar City | Dakar in 3 hours: Comprehensive tour by traditional express coach | Dakar: Pink Lake and Turtle Village Half-Day Tour | Bandia Reserve Safari and Boat Trip on the Somone Lagoon | Dakar: Private Tour – “Move, Eat, Act Like a Local” | Dakar: Day Trip to Lake Retba with Quad Biking + Canoe and Lunch Included | From Dakar or Saly: Half-Day Tour to Pink Lake |Current Weather and Forecast
Current Weather in Dakar (Station Pikine)
dust, 31.9 °CClouds: 14 % Wind: 9 mph N
Air Pressure: 1013 hPa Humidity: 64 %
Air Pressure: 1013 hPa Humidity: 64 %
Last updated: 24th Oct 2026, 01:20 pm
The next days …
| 25th Oct 2026 | 26th Oct 2026 | 27th Oct 2026 | 28th Oct 2026 | 29th Oct 2026 | 30th Oct 2026 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 28 °C to 32 °C |  28 °C to 29 °C | 28 °C to 29 °C |  28 °C to 30 °C |  27 °C to 28 °C | 28 °C to 29 °C |
| 28 °C to 32 °C | 28 °C to 29 °C | 28 °C to 29 °C | 28 °C to 30 °C | 27 °C to 28 °C | 28 °C to 29 °C |
| Clouds: 0 % | Clouds: 15 % | Clouds: 0 % | Clouds: 42 % | Clouds: 100 % | Clouds: 99 % |
| No Precipitation | No Precipitation | No Precipitation | No Precipitation | No Precipitation | No Precipitation |
Weather information provided by OpenWeatherMap. (CC BY-SA)
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Hottest Month
April: 40 °C
Day Temperature in Kaolack
April: 40 °CDay Temperature in Kaolack
Coldest Month
January: 16 °C
Night Temperature in Kaolack
January: 16 °CNight Temperature in Kaolack
Rainiest Month
August: 11.61 in
Rain in Kaolack
August: 11.61 inRain in Kaolack
Driest Month
March: 0 in
Rain in Dakar
March: 0 inRain in Dakar
Maximum Water Temperature
July: 27 °C
Water Temperature in Dakar
July: 27 °CWater Temperature in Dakar
Sunniest Month
April: 9.9 hours/day
Sunshine in Kaolack
April: 9.9 hours/daySunshine in Kaolack
Activities and Attractions
Dakar: City Tour & Slave House Museum on Goree Island
Island tours
from 173 $ »
Discover the hidden treasures of Gorée Island and Dakar in one day
Sightseeing
from 170 $ »
Dakar: Private Custom Tour with a Local Guide
Guided tours
from 31 $ »
Distances to Senegal
| London | New York | Los Angeles | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dakar | 2710 mi | 3820 mi | 6260 mi |
| Kaolack | 2730 mi | 3920 mi | 6360 mi |
Where’s Senegal?
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Senegal: Experiences of our Visitors
African hot, wild ocean, the water pleasantly cool. Overall very dry, but more pleasant than in November.
Weather Rating: 5 stars – Excellent