Dakar Weather in October

During October, Dakar experiences high daytime temperatures of 30°C (86°F) and cooler nights around 27°C (81°F). Some rainfall is typical during this period.

Rainfall in Dakar in October

Historically, the month has about 2 days of rain, averaging 23 mm (0.9 in) in total. When rain does fall this month, it tends to come down hard. The low number of rain days makes each shower more significant.

Temperature in Dakar in October

Weather in Dakar is at its excellent in October. Highs reach 30°C (86°F), while nights settle around 27°C (81°F). This kind of day-to-night contrast is typical for this time of year. Nights are warm at 27°C (81°F), which can make sleeping uncomfortable. Keeping windows open or using a fan can help. A cold shower before bed is also a good way to cool down. This is typically the warmest month of the year, so light summer clothing is a good idea.

Sunshine in Dakar in October

With approximately 257 hours of sunshine, the days are filled with clear skies. It makes it a perfect month for being outside.

Wind Speed in Dakar in October

October has wind speeds averaging 3 m/s (6 knots). You can expect comfortable light winds that steadily move flags and feel mild throughout the day. Since this is an average, daily conditions vary from gentle winds to more active breezes.

Average water temperature in October

The water is 26°C (79°F) this month, warm enough that getting in requires no effort at all. Good conditions for swimming, snorkeling, or just floating around.

If your ideal day consists of dry skies and pleasant temperatures, January, February, March, April, May, June, July, November and December typically offer the best circumstances for Dakar.