Dakar Weather in April

Dakar in April sees high temperatures, with highs around 23°C (73°F) and overnight lows of 20°C (68°F). It's the driest month of the year, with very little rainfall to worry about.

Rainfall in Dakar in April

Take advantage of the dry conditions this month, with minimal rain expected. Expect around 0 days of rain based on historical data, with 0.1 mm (0 in) average. Any rain that does arrive is likely to be light drizzle rather than a proper shower.

Temperature in Dakar in April

Dakar in April has excellent weather. Days reach 23°C (73°F) and nights cool to 20°C (68°F). The days can feel warmer than the evenings, so packing for both parts of the day is a good idea. With overnight lows of 20°C (68°F), evenings stay pleasantly warm.

Sunshine in Dakar in April

There are approximately 288 hours of sunshine this month, resulting in mostly clear days.

Wind Speed in Dakar in April

Average wind conditions reach 5 m/s (10 knots) in April. This creates lively weather with fresh winds that make small trees sway noticeably. Remember this is an average: some days are less windy while others have particularly active windy conditions.

Average water temperature in April

With water at 22°C (72°F), you can expect warm, pleasant conditions for any water activity. There's no adjustment period, it feels comfortable straight away.

If you favor pleasant temperatures and minimal rainfall, April is one of the best months to visit Dakar.