Senegal

Senegal Weather in September

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

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Dakar Saly Portudal Cap Skirring Toubakouta

Planning a getaway to Senegal this September and curious about the weather you should prepare for? Discover all the vital details you need on this page, solving your puzzle:

What to Expect in Senegal in September

September in Senegal generally has temperatures that range from warm to very hot, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to heavy.

Temperatures

Based on our climate data spanning from 1990-2020, the average maximum temperature is warm in Dakar at 30°C (86°F) to very hot in Matam at 36°C (97°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 27°C (81°F) in Matam and 27°C (81°F) in Dakar. While the given temperatures for day and night are typical, there may be days that feel warmer. Make sure you're dressed in a way that keeps you cool and comfortable.

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

Precipitation

In September, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Saint-Louis with an average of 58 mm (2.3 in) to heavy rainfall in Ziguinchor with 321 mm (13 in).

Average sunshine

Several destinations enjoy plenty of sunshine this month. Dakar sees close to 219 hours of sunlight, making it great for sun lovers.

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Best Places to Visit in Senegal in September

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

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

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 September for some of the most popular destinations in Senegal?

Temperature range in Senegal (September)

Precipitation variation in Senegal (September)

Dakar

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

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September
October »
August
September
October
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
27°C (81°F)
27°C (81°F)
Monthly sun hours
223 hours
219 hours
257 hours
Monthly rainfall
133 mm (5.2 in)
90 mm (3.5 in)
23 mm (0.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
9 days
2 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
pleasant
perfect
Climate in Dakar →

Saly Portudal

In September Saly Portudal generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C (88°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C (79°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« August
September
October »
August
September
October
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
31°C (88°F)
32°C (90°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly sun hours
223 hours
219 hours
257 hours
Monthly rainfall
168 mm (6.6 in)
121 mm (4.8 in)
32 mm (1.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
11 days
3 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
tolerable
pleasant
Climate in Saly Portudal →

Mbour

In September Mbour generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C (88°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C (79°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« August
September
October »
August
September
October
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
31°C (88°F)
32°C (90°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly sun hours
223 hours
219 hours
257 hours
Monthly rainfall
172 mm (6.8 in)
124 mm (4.9 in)
33 mm (1.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
11 days
3 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
tolerable
pleasant
Climate in Mbour →

Somone

In September Somone generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C (88°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C (79°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« August
September
October »
August
September
October
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
31°C (88°F)
32°C (90°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly sun hours
223 hours
219 hours
257 hours
Monthly rainfall
161 mm (6.3 in)
117 mm (4.6 in)
31 mm (1.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
10 days
3 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
tolerable
pleasant
Climate in Somone →

Niaga

In September Niaga generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C (88°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C (79°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« August
September
October »
August
September
October
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
31°C (88°F)
32°C (90°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly sun hours
223 hours
219 hours
257 hours
Monthly rainfall
130 mm (5.1 in)
100 mm (3.9 in)
25 mm (1 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
9 days
2 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
tolerable
perfect
Climate in Niaga →

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Popular cities in September

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Dakar 30°C (86°F) 27°C (81°F) 90 mm (3.5 in)
Saly Portudal 31°C (88°F) 26°C (79°F) 121 mm (4.8 in)
Cap Skirring 30°C (86°F) 26°C (79°F) 264 mm (10 in)
Toubakouta 32°C (90°F) 26°C (79°F) 186 mm (7.3 in)
Kafountine 30°C (86°F) 26°C (79°F) 265 mm (10 in)
Ziguinchor 32°C (90°F) 24°C (75°F) 321 mm (13 in)

Senegal weather in September: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Senegal in September?

Expect tolerable weather across Senegal in September. The popular destination of Dakar averages 30°C (86°F) by day and 27°C (81°F) at night during this month.

What is the average temperature in Senegal in September?

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

Does Senegal get a lot of rain in September?

Rain is generally moderate to light in Senegal during September, with Dakar averaging close to 90 mm (3.5 in).

Is September a Good Time to Visit Senegal?

In our opinion, September may not be the ideal time to visit Senegal due to the typically pleasant weather in Dakar.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in January, February, March, April, May, June, July, November and December offering mostly perfect weather in Dakar. In contrast, September tends to have tolerable weather conditions.

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