Casamance Weather in August

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

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Cap Skirring

Are you planning a trip a to Casamance, Senegal in August and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.

What to Expect in Casamance in August

Casamance, Senegal is a region in Senegal. August in Casamance generally has warm temperatures, with heavy precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 29°C (84°F) and nighttime temperatures around 26°C (79°F) in Cap Skirring. The temperatures mentioned for daytime and nighttime are general averages. However there can be days that surpass these temperatures. So equip yourself with clothing that can handle the potential heat.

For specific regional insights in Casamance, Senegal, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

August is a very rainy month with an average rainfall of around 379 mm (15 in) in Cap Skirring. Based on our climate, it is the month with the most precipitation throughout the year in Cap Skirring.

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Best Places to Visit in Casamance in August

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
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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 Casamance

What is the weather like in August for the most popular destinonation in Casamance, Senegal?

Cap Skirring

In August Cap Skirring generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C (79°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

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Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly rainfall
275 mm (11 in)
379 mm (15 in)
264 mm (10 in)
Monthly rainy days
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Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Casamance, in Senegal.

In our records: Senegal August extremes

Notable August records observed across cities in Senegal in our climate database (1976 – 2026). Historic readings can vary in quality, so treat these as illustrative.

  • From our sources, the wettest August day in Senegal brought 313 mm (12 in) in Diourbel on August 18, 2017.

Casamance weather in August: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Casamance, Senegal in August?

Expect poor weather across Casamance, Senegal in August. The popular destination of Cap Skirring averages 29°C (84°F) by day and 26°C (79°F) at night during this month.

What is the average temperature in Casamance, Senegal in August?

Cap Skirring averages a daytime maximum of 29°C (84°F) in August, with overnight lows close to 26°C (79°F).

Does Casamance, Senegal get a lot of rain in August?

Expect plenty of rainfall. Cap Skirring records an average of 379 mm (15 in) in August, putting it among the wetter months for Casamance, Senegal.

Is August a Good Time to Visit Casamance, Senegal?

In our view, August might not be the best time to travel to Casamance, Senegal with often poor weather in Cap Skirring.

Generally speaking, January, February, March, April, May and June provide perfect weather in Cap Skirring. The weather in July, August and September, on the other hand, tends to be poor.

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