Popenguine Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit
Popenguine, located in the Thiès region of Senegal, is a peaceful coastal town south of Dakar, known for its relaxed atmosphere and annual pilgrimage to the Popenguine basilica. It's a popular weekend escape for both locals and visitors. The town enjoys a steady, very warm climate throughout the year, with relatively low levels of rainfall. Now, let’s break down all the climate details for a clearer picture.
Monthly Temperature in Popenguine
The temperature in Popenguine remains steady throughout the year, providing a consistently very warm climate. Typically, average maximum daytime temperatures range from a very warm 32°C (90°F) in November to a comfortable 29°C (84°F) in the coolest month, January.
Nights vary from 25°C (77°F) in November to around 18°C (64°F) during the colder months.
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Temperature ranges by month
Rainfall in Popenguine
Popenguine maintains relatively dry conditions year-round, recording average annual precipitation of 306 mm (12 in). The climate in Popenguine shows significant variation throughout the year. Expect high snowfall in August, the wettest month, with an average of 121 mm (4.8 in) of precipitation over 13 snowy days.
In contrast, the driest month April offers drier and sunnier days, with around 0 mm (0 in) of snowfall over 0 snowy days. For more details, please visit our Popenguine Precipitation page.
The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail, and snow
The average number of days each month with precipitation
Sunshine Hours in Popenguine
Popenguine offers a pleasant mix of sunny and slightly overcast days. The difference in sunshine hours between May (9.7 hours daily) and September (7.3 hours daily) provides a bit of variety for visitors and residents.
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Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
Daily percentage of sunshine
Humidity in Popenguine by Month
The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Popenguine.
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
Popenguine 3-Day Forecast
Check the conditions for any month of the year.
Best Time to Visit Popenguine
Popenguine has warm weather with temperatures ranging from 29°C (84°F) to 32°C (90°F) throughout the year. The best time to visit is during January, February, March, April, May, June, November and December, when rainfall is at its lowest, making it a great time for sightseeing and exploring all the place has to offer.For a more comfortable experience, start your day early when the weather is cooler, or take advantage of the gentle breezes in the late afternoon. Ready to plan your travels but need destination ideas? Our smart tool recommends places based on the climate conditions you prefer. Start planning with our destination weather tool.
