Matam Weather and Climate: A Comprehensive Guide
Temperatures in Matam experience a moderate degree of variance through the seasons.
Days can be very hot, while the cooler months tend
to be very warm.
It experiences desert-like conditions in terms of precipitation, with almost no rainfall.
Now, let’s explore all the climate details to give you a full picture.
Average maximum day and minimum night temperature
In Matam, seasonal changes bring about a moderate variation in temperatures. Typically, average maximum daytime temperatures range from a very hot 43°C in May to a very warm 34°C in the coolest month, January.
Nights are cooler, with lows often dropping to around 19°C during the colder months. Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.Temperature ranges by month
Precipitation and rainy days
Matam is known for its low rainfall, with yearly precipitation amounts around 249 mm. The climate in Matam shows significant variation throughout the year. Expect moderate rainfall in August, with an average of 100 mm of precipitation over 9 rainy days. In contrast, April offers drier and sunnier days, with around 0.2 mm of rainfall over 0 rainy days. For more details, please visit our Matam Precipitation page.The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail and snow
The average number of days each month with precipitation
Sunshine over the year
For those who appreciate different seasons, Matam serves as an ideal destination. Expect longer, more sun-filled days in May with an average of 9.9 hours of sunshine daily, and embrace the darker days in December, offering only 5.9 hours of daily sunlight. Visit our detailed sunshine hours page for more information.Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
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Select a Month of Interest
Check the conditions for any month of the year.
The best time of year to visit Matam in Senegal
Other facts from our historical weather data:May has an average maximum temperature of 43°C and is the hottest month of the year.
The coolest month is January with an average maximum temperature of 34°C.
August tops the wettest month list with 100 mm of rainfall.
April is the driest month with 0 mm of precipitation.
May is the sunniest month with an average of 298 hours of sunshine.
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