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During December, Saint-Louis experiences high daytime temperatures of 29°C (84°F) and cooler nights around 21°C (70°F). Rainfall is low, averaging just 2 mm (0.1 in) for the month.
If your ideal day consists of dry skies and pleasant temperatures, January, February, March, April, May, June and December typically offer the best circumstances for Saint-Louis.
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49-year average (1976-2025)
Based on our historical records, temperatures in Saint-Louis typically stay consistent throughout December, with daily highs averaging around 29°C (84°F). Nights are pleasant, with lows typically ranging from 17°C (63°F) to 20°C (68°F).
Browse day-by-day weather records for Saint-Louis spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
The extremes listed below come from historical weather data collected in Saint-Louis from 2003 through 2025.
Find out more about the weather in Senegal and which places have the best travel conditions in this month. See all of Senegal in December →
Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).
Warm temperatures in December make for comfortable sightseeing weather. Pack breathable fabrics like cotton shirts, knee-length shorts or skirts, and comfortable walking shoes. A thin long sleeve for indoor spaces is handy. With minimal rainfall expected, you can leave the rain gear at home. And with plenty of sunshine hours, don’t forget sunglasses, sunscreen, and maybe a sun hat.
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
Temperature Rainfall Sunshine Humidity Wind Speed
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Where to go in December - average daytime high across popular destinations.
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