Weather in Dakar
What's the weather like in Dakar?
Dakar has warm year-round and low overall rainfall. Average daytime highs range from 27°C (80°F) in January to 29°C (84°F) in July, with overnight lows around 20°C (68°F) and 25°C (77°F) respectively.
For comfortable sightseeing temperatures (18–26°C daytime highs), the best months to visit Dakar are January through June.
Quick facts
- Country
- 🇸🇳 Senegal
- Region
- Africa
- Time zone
- Africa/Dakar
- Coordinates
- 14.717, -17.468
Monthly climate
Long-run averages for each month of the year.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rain days | Snow days |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 27°C / 80°F | 20°C / 68°F | 2 mm | 0 | — |
| February | 26°C / 79°F | 19°C / 66°F | 1 mm | 1 | — |
| March | 25°C / 78°F | 19°C / 66°F | 0 mm | 0 | — |
| April | 25°C / 77°F | 20°C / 67°F | 0 mm | 0 | — |
| May | 26°C / 78°F | 21°C / 69°F | 1 mm | 0 | — |
| June | 28°C / 82°F | 23°C / 74°F | 3 mm | 2 | — |
| July | 29°C / 84°F | 25°C / 77°F | 36 mm | 11 | — |
| August | 29°C / 84°F | 26°C / 78°F | 143 mm | 22 | — |
| September | 29°C / 85°F | 26°C / 78°F | 106 mm | 17 | — |
| October | 31°C / 87°F | 26°C / 79°F | 16 mm | 5 | — |
| November | 30°C / 86°F | 24°C / 76°F | 1 mm | 1 | — |
| December | 29°C / 84°F | 22°C / 71°F | 0 mm | 0 | — |
Dakar by month
Detailed weather for any specific month:
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Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Dakar?
The most comfortable months in Dakar are usually March, April, May, when average highs sit near 18–26°C (64–79°F) with relatively little rain. See the full month-by-month breakdown for the exact figures.
What is the hottest month in Dakar?
October is typically the hottest month in Dakar, averaging a high of 31°C (87°F).
What is the coldest month in Dakar?
March is usually the coldest, with average lows around 19°C (66°F).
Does it snow in Dakar?
Snow is rare in Dakar; the climate data shows essentially no snowfall across the year.
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