Senegal weather in August
Considering a trip to Senegal this August and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:
What is the weather like in Senegal in August?
August in Senegal generally has temperatures that range from warm to very warm, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to heavy.
The average highest temperatures fluctuate between warm in Dakar at 29°C to very warm in Matam at 36°C. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 27°C in Matam and 26°C in Dakar. These night and day temperatures are average and some days may be even warmer. So be prepared and dress for the heat.
In August, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Saint-Louis with an average of 62 mm to heavy rainfall in Ziguinchor with 392 mm. Based on climate data from the last 30 years, Dakar receives the most rainfall during this month of the year. The days are mostly sunny, with an average total of around 223 hours of sunshine in Dakar. The sunlight during this month doesn't just make the days brighter, it also seems to make everyone a bit more cheerful.
For specific regional insights in Senegal for August, refer to the map provided below. For an in-depth overview of the yearly weather conditions, do visit our Senegal climate page.
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Average weather in Dakar
In August Dakar generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.
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Average weather in Saly Portudal
In August Saly Portudal generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.
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Average weather in Mbour
In August Mbour generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.
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Average weather in Somone
In August Somone generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.
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Average weather in Niaga
In August Niaga generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.
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Is August the best time to visit Senegal?
Given the typically pleasant weather conditions in Dakar, August may not be the ideal time to visit Senegal.
Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in January, February, March, April, May, June, July, October, November and December offering mostly perfect weather in Dakar.
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