Matam Temperatures: Monthly Averages and Year-Round Insights
On this page, we’ll explore Matam’s temperature statistics in detail, including day and night variations and monthly averages. We’ll also compare the annual temperature to other cities in Senegal.
Monthly Temperature Averages
Seasonal changes in Matam bring a little variety without extreme temperature swings. Typically, 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 temperatures generally dropping to 19°C, particularly during the colder months.
The chart below illustrates the average maximum day and minimum night temperatures in Matam by month:
The early hours of 4 AM to 6 AM often see the lowest temperatures, while 3 PM marks the peak of the day’s heat as the sun’s impact is strongest. May, the city’s warmest month, boasts 298 hours of sunshine.
The chart below shows the average temperature throughout the year:
January, the city’s coldest month, sees about 1 mm of rainfall spread over roughly 0 days. It records 267 hours of sunshine of sunshine.
Annual Temperatures in Senegal Compared
The map below shows the annual temperature across Senegal. You can also select the different months in case you are interested in a specific month.
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Matam Temperatures Compared World Wide
Matam’s average annual maximum temperature is 38°C. Let’s compare this with some popular tourist destinations:
In Lisbon, Portugal, the average annual temperature is 21°C, offering warm summers and mild, rainy winters.
In Toronto, Canada, the average annual temperature is 13°C, with snowy winters and warm summers.
Boston, USA, experiences seasonal shifts similar to New York, with an average annual temperature of 16°C.
Melbourne, Australia, has a slightly cooler climate, with an average annual temperature of 20°C.
How are these Temperatures Measured?
Generally, temperature data depicting climate is usually given over a 30-year average in order to reduce short-term fluctuations and reveal better long-term trends in climate conditions.
This temperature data is taken from land-based thermometers, ocean buoys, ships, and satellites. These measurements are transmitted to weather stations and climate centers around the globe where they are processed, averaged, and analyzed in order to monitor the trends and create climate models.
Temperatures in the Mountains
Although not all regions have mountains, elevated areas exhibit distinct temperature variations.
- Sun Exposure: Sunlit slopes tend to be warmer, while shaded areas remain cooler.
- Altitude Effects: Temperatures drop by approximately 6°C for every 1,000 meters of elevation, creating distinct microclimates.
For more detailed information about Matam’s weather, including monthly rainfall, sunshine hours, and humidity levels, visit our Matam climate page.
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