Dakar Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit

The climate in Dakar remains fairly constant, offering comfortable temperatures throughout the year. Average maximum daytime temperatures range from a comfortable 30°C (86°F) in October, the warmest time of the year, to a comfortable 23°C (73°F) during cooler months like February.

At night, you can expect temperatures ranging from 27°C (81°F) in October to around 20°C (68°F) during February.

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Temperature ranges by month

Dakar tends toward drier weather patterns, receiving approximately 283 mm (11 in) of rain per year. Significant seasonal changes in precipitation occur throughout the year. In the wettest month, August it receives high rainfall, averaging 133 mm (5.2 in) of precipitation, recorded across 10 rainy days. In contrast, the driest month April brings less rainfall, with 0.1 mm (0 in) over 0 rainy days. For more details, please visit our Dakar Precipitation page.

The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail, and snow

The average number of days each month with precipitation

While the amount of sunshine in Dakar varies throughout the year, all seasons offer their own charm. Enjoy up to 9.7 hours of daily sun in May, and experience slightly darker atmosphere in September, with about 7.3 hours of daily sunlight.

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Monthly hours of sunshine

Daily hours of sunshine

Daily percentage of sunshine

The mean water temperature over the year ranges from 20°C (68°F) in February to 27°C (81°F) in July.

Water temperature over the year

The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Dakar.

The city experiences its highest humidity in September, reaching 83%. In January, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 68%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.

Relative humidity over the year

The mean wind speed over the year ranges from 3 m/s (6 knots) in July, August, September and October to 5 m/s (10 knots) in January, March, April, May and December. What does this mean?

The mean monthly wind speed over the year (meters per second)