Climate of Dakar, Senegal
Area-weighted average across Dakar. For where people actually live and travel, see the cities below.
Dakar, a subdivision of Senegal, has a hot arid climate on average. Area-weighted monthly temperatures across the whole territory range from 22.2°C / 72°F in January to 27.8°C / 82°F in October, with rainfall from 0 mm / 0 in to 162 mm / 6.4 in depending on the season (407 mm / 16 in total across the year). See the city listed below for point-value climate at specific locations — these often differ from the area-weighted average, especially in geographically diverse subdivisions.
| Month | Temperature | Rainfall | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 22.2°C72°F | 1 mm0″ | Sunny & Warm |
| February | 22.7°C72.9°F | 1 mm0″ | Sunny & Warm |
| March | 23.3°C73.9°F | 0 mm0″ | Sunny & Warm |
| April | 23.5°C74.3°F | 0 mm0″ | Sunny & Warm |
| May | 24.4°C75.9°F | 0 mm0″ | Sunny & Warm |
| June | 26.3°C79.3°F | 12 mm0.5″ | Sunny & Hot |
| July | 27.1°C80.8°F | 65 mm2.6″ | — |
| August | 27.4°C81.3°F | 162 mm6.4″ | Tropical |
| September | 27.6°C81.7°F | 136 mm5.4″ | Tropical |
| October | 27.8°C82°F | 27 mm1.1″ | Sunny & Hot |
| November | 26.1°C79°F | 2 mm0.1″ | Sunny & Hot |
| December | 23.4°C74.1°F | 1 mm0″ | Sunny & Warm |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Dakar?
The best months to visit Dakar, Senegal for sunny, dry weather are January, February, March, April, May, June, October, November, December. The warmest month is October at an area-wide average of 27.8°C / 82°F, and the driest is March with about 0 mm / 0 in of rainfall.
What is the climate of Dakar?
Dakar, Senegal has area-weighted monthly average temperatures ranging from 22.2°C / 72°F in January to 27.8°C / 82°F in October. Annual rainfall averages about 407 mm / 16 in, with the wettest month being August (162 mm / 6.4 in) and the driest March (0 mm / 0 in). Because this is an area average across the whole subdivision, local city values can differ substantially.
What is the hottest month in Dakar?
The hottest month in Dakar is October, with an area-wide average temperature of 27.8°C / 82°F.
What is the coldest month in Dakar?
The coldest month in Dakar is January, with an area-wide average temperature of 22.2°C / 72°F.
When does it rain most in Dakar?
The wettest month in Dakar is August, averaging about 162 mm / 6.4 in of rainfall. The driest is March with about 0 mm / 0 in.