Toubab Dialaw Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation
This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Toubab Dialaw, Senegal. This average is based on long-term data collected between 1990 and 2020. Now, let's explore all the details to give you a full picture.
Toubab Dialaw tends toward drier weather patterns, receiving approximately 348 mm (14 in) of rain per year. The city experiences a distinct dry season during certain months, contributing to seasonal contrasts shown in the charts below.
Monthly Precipitation Levels
The average number of days each month with precipitation (> 0.2 mm (0.01 in))
Toubab Dialaw can be quite wet during August, receiving approximately 151 mm (5.9 in) of precipitation over 11 rainy days.
In contrast April, experiences much drier conditions, with 0.1 mm (0 in) of rainfall, spread across 0 rainy days.
August, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 31°C (88°F). The city receives 223 hours of sunshine in this period. During the driest month April you can expect a temperature of 29°C (84°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Toubab Dialaw Temperature page.
Daily Historical Precipitation
50-year average (1976-2025)
Average daily rainfall for each day of the month based on long-term records.
Average precipitation in June
Explore Toubab Dialaw's Historical Precipitation: 1976-2026
Browse day-by-day precipitation records for Toubab Dialaw spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual rainfall and snowfall recorded on each day.
Annual Rainfall in Senegal: City Comparison
The map below shows the annual precipitation across Senegal. You can also select the different months in case you are interested in a specific month.
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Toubab Dialaw vs World: Rainfall Compared
Toubab Dialaw's average annual precipitation is 348 mm (14 in). Let's compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:
Chicago, USA, sees an annual precipitation of 1062 mm (42 in), with rain and snow contributing to its humid climate.
Beijing, China, receives 560 mm (22 in) of annual precipitation, concentrated in the summer months.
Melbourne, Australia, has 690 mm (27 in) of rainfall annually, spread fairly evenly throughout the year.
Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, receives 1955 mm (77 in) of annual rainfall, with a pronounced wet season from May to November, typical of its tropical monsoon climate.
Precipitation amounts are measured using specific gauges installed at weather stations, collecting both rain and snow and any other type of precipitation. Rainfall is measured directly in millimeters, while that from snow and ice is obtained by melting it. Automated systems often incorporate heaters to make this easier.
Information from these stations is transmitted via Wi-Fi, satellite, GPS, or telephone connections to central monitoring networks. This information is immediately updated and integrated into weather models and forecasts.
Climate change is affecting precipitation patterns worldwide, including Toubab Dialaw:
- Changing Rainfall Patterns: Global warming causes drastic changes in the patterns of rainfall. Some areas have been experiencing increased frequency and intensity of rainfall, while other areas experience longer dry spells or even droughts.
- Local Impacts: Many regions are experiencing heavier rainfall in the winter months and drier, hotter summers. This affects agriculture, water resources, and ecosystems.
- "Ginger" was the longest-lasting Atlantic tropical storm, which spun around the open ocean for 28 days in 1971.
- The world's largest snowflake was recorded in the Guinness Book of Records, at 38 cm (15 inches) wide and 20 cm (7.9 inches) thick. The snowflake fell at Fort Keogh, Montana, USA, on 28 January 1887.
- The greatest snowfall recorded was on Mt. Rainier, Washington State, USA—over 31.5 meters (103 feet) fell during the winter of 1972.
For more detailed information about Toubab Dialaw's weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Toubab Dialaw Climate page.
