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Senegal Weather in October

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Senegal in October.

Thinking about venturing to Senegal this October and curious about the weather conditions to expect? This page holds all the key information you seek, responding to your question:

What to Expect in Senegal in October

The weather in Senegal in October can be quite varied, with temperatures that range from warm to very hot and precipitation levels ranging from low to high.

Temperatures

The average maximum daytime temperatures vary from warm in Dakar at 30°C (86°F) to very hot in Matam at 40°C (104°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 27°C (81°F) in Matam and 27°C (81°F) in Dakar. On average, October is the warmest month of the year in Senegal. So be prepared and pack summer clothes.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Senegal, check out the map below.

Precipitation

In October, precipitation varies across different areas. From low rainfall in Saint-Louis with an average of 14 mm (0.6 in) to high rainfall in Ziguinchor with 128 mm (5 in).

Average sunshine

Plenty of sunshine can be expected in numerous places in October. Dakar typically receives 257 hours of sunlight, making it ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

Explore Senegal by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Senegal — and find the best time to visit. (based on Dakar)

Best Places to Visit in Senegal in October

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Senegal.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in Senegal

What is the weather like in October for some of the most popular destinations in Senegal?

Temperature range in Senegal (October)

Precipitation variation in Senegal (October)

Dakar

In October Dakar generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 27°C (81°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

September
October
November
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
27°C (81°F)
27°C (81°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly sun hours
219 hours
257 hours
249 hours
Monthly rainfall
90 mm (3.5 in)
23 mm (0.9 in)
0.4 mm (0.02 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
2 days
0 days
Weather conditions

Saly Portudal

In October Saly Portudal generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 32°C (90°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C (79°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

September
October
November
Max temperature
31°C (88°F)
32°C (90°F)
33°C (91°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly sun hours
219 hours
257 hours
249 hours
Monthly rainfall
121 mm (4.8 in)
32 mm (1.3 in)
0.7 mm (0.03 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
3 days
0 days
Weather conditions

Mbour

In October Mbour generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 32°C (90°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C (79°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

September
October
November
Max temperature
31°C (88°F)
32°C (90°F)
33°C (91°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly sun hours
219 hours
257 hours
249 hours
Monthly rainfall
124 mm (4.9 in)
33 mm (1.3 in)
0.7 mm (0.03 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
3 days
0 days
Weather conditions

Somone

In October Somone generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 32°C (90°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C (79°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

September
October
November
Max temperature
31°C (88°F)
32°C (90°F)
33°C (91°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly sun hours
219 hours
257 hours
249 hours
Monthly rainfall
117 mm (4.6 in)
31 mm (1.2 in)
0.7 mm (0.03 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
3 days
0 days
Weather conditions

Niaga

In October Niaga generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 32°C (90°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C (79°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

September
October
November
Max temperature
31°C (88°F)
32°C (90°F)
31°C (88°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly sun hours
219 hours
257 hours
249 hours
Monthly rainfall
100 mm (3.9 in)
25 mm (1 in)
0.6 mm (0.02 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
2 days
0 days
Weather conditions

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Popular cities in October

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Senegal in October.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Dakar 30°C (86°F) 27°C (81°F) 23 mm (0.9 in)
Saly Portudal 32°C (90°F) 26°C (79°F) 32 mm (1.3 in)
Cap Skirring 31°C (88°F) 27°C (81°F) 91 mm (3.6 in)
Toubakouta 34°C (93°F) 26°C (79°F) 53 mm (2.1 in)
Kafountine 32°C (90°F) 26°C (79°F) 85 mm (3.3 in)
Ziguinchor 34°C (93°F) 25°C (77°F) 128 mm (5 in)

Senegal weather in October: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Senegal in October?

In October, Senegal generally has pleasant weather conditions. Dakar sees daytime temperatures near 30°C (86°F), with nights cooling to roughly 27°C (81°F).

What is the average temperature in Senegal in October?

Dakar averages a daytime maximum of 30°C (86°F) in October, with overnight lows close to 27°C (81°F).

Does Senegal get a lot of rain in October?

Not particularly. Dakar averages just 23 mm (0.9 in) of rain in October, making it a mostly dry month for Senegal.

Is October a Good Time to Visit Senegal?

Given the typically perfect weather conditions in Dakar, October might be a good time to visit Senegal.

On average, the best time to visit Senegal is in January, February, March, April, May, June, July, November and December with generally perfect weather in Dakar. In contrast, September tends to have tolerable weather conditions.

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