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Saint-Louis weather in August (Senegal)

Interested in knowing the climate of Saint-Louis in August? Check out our in-depth weather guide for this month.

Temperatures

The month of August in Saint-Louis typically includes very high temperatures and moderate rainfall. During the daylight hours, temperatures often reach 31°C. After dark they usually decrease to around 26°C. Remember, these are typical temperatures, and there can be hotter days. Dress appropriately and stay hydrated to remain comfortable.

Precipitation

Saint-Louis in August usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 62 mm for the month. Since this month has the highest rainfall, keep an umbrella with you to handle sudden showers. Climate statistics over the past 30 years suggest around 6 days of rain.

Average sunshine

The city usually sees around 248 hours of sunlight, indicating many sunny days.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, August may not be the ideal month to visit Saint-Louis. January, February, March, April, May, June, July, October, November and December generally stand out with the best circumstances. While August and September tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Saint-Louis climate page with graphs.

 

Saint-Louis, monthly averages in August

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 26°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 31°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 21%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 62 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 6 days  
HumidityHumidity 81%  
WindspeedWindspeed 11 km/h  
SunshineSunshine 248 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine  

Where to go in Senegal in August

Find out more about the weather in Senegal and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

It's going to be warm! Consider airy clothing, t-shirts, and other summer clothes. Shorts for men made of cotton or linen are good options for staying cool.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming
9/10
Cycling
8/10
Walking
8/10
Camping
7/10
Outdoor sports
8/10

Interested in more climate information?

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