Best Time to Visit Senegal
Senegal is at its sunniest and driest in January–December.
The best time to visit Senegal for sunny, dry weather is November–May — 7 months of the year match our sunny profiles at a country-wide average. The drier half of the year covers November–May, while the wetter half runs through June–October. Country-wide monthly temperatures range from 21.5°C / 70.7°F in January to 28°C / 82.4°F in June, and monthly rainfall from 0 mm / 0 in (January) to 300 mm / 11.8 in (August). Senegal's climate is broadly consistently warm. These are national area-weighted averages from long-term climate normals — regional variation within Senegal can be substantial, especially for large or geographically diverse countries. Below, every month is classified against our five weather profiles so you can match your travel window to your preferred weather.
Recommended months
| Month | Temp | Rain | Feels like |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 21.5°C70.7°F | 0 mm0″ | Sunny & Warm, Sunny & Mild |
| February | 23°C73.4°F | 0 mm0″ | Sunny & Warm |
| March | 25°C77°F | 0 mm0″ | Sunny & Hot, Sunny & Warm |
| April | 26.5°C79.7°F | 0 mm0″ | Sunny & Hot |
| May | 27.5°C81.5°F | 1 mm0″ | Sunny & Hot |
| November | 25°C77°F | 5 mm0.2″ | Sunny & Hot, Sunny & Warm |
| December | 22.5°C72.5°F | 0 mm0″ | Sunny & Warm |
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Senegal?
The best time to visit Senegal for sunny, dry weather is January, February, March, April, May, November, December. The warmest month is June (28°C / 82.4°F country-wide average) and the driest is January (about 0 mm / 0 in). These months combine warmth with low rainfall based on long-term climate normals.
When is the rainy season in Senegal?
The rainy season in Senegal runs through June–October, when monthly rainfall exceeds the national annual median of about 5 mm / 0.2 in. The wettest single month is August, averaging 300 mm / 11.8 in.
What is the dry season in Senegal?
The drier half of the year in Senegal covers November–May, when monthly rainfall stays at or below the annual median of about 5 mm / 0.2 in. The driest single month is January with about 0 mm / 0 in.
What months should I avoid visiting Senegal?
The least comfortable months for travel in Senegal — based on our climate data — are January, February, March, July, August, September, November, December. These are Senegal's wettest or coolest months. Rainfall peaks at 300 mm / 11.8 in in August, and temperatures bottom out at 21.5°C / 70.7°F in January.
Is there a shoulder season in Senegal?
Senegal doesn't have a distinct shoulder season by our heuristics — its climate is either sunny-and-dry or clearly outside those bounds most of the year. Consider the January window (driest) or June window (warmest) as alternatives to peak season.