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Casamance Weather in August

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

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Dakar 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. The weather in Casamance in August can be quite varied, with warm temperatures and precipitation levels ranging from high to heavy.

Temperatures

You can expect warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 29°C (84°F) and nighttime temperatures around 26°C (79°F) in Dakar. 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

In August, precipitation varies across different areas. From high rainfall in Dakar with an average of 133 mm (5.2 in) to heavy rainfall in Cap Skirring with 379 mm (15 in). Based on our climate, it is the month with the most precipitation throughout the year in Dakar.

Average sunshine

Several destinations enjoy plenty of sunshine this month. Dakar sees close to 223 hours of sunlight, making it great for sun lovers.

Explore Casamance by month

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

January24°C (75°F) February23°C (73°F) March23°C (73°F) April23°C (73°F) May24°C (75°F) June26°C (79°F) July28°C (82°F) This monthAugust29°C (84°F) September30°C (86°F) October30°C (86°F) November29°C (84°F) December26°C (79°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Casamance in August

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

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 Casamance

What is the weather like in August for some of the most popular destinations in Casamance, Senegal?

Temperature range in Casamance (August)

Precipitation variation in Casamance (August)

Dakar

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

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
29°C (84°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
27°C (81°F)
Monthly sun hours
233 hours
223 hours
219 hours
Monthly rainfall
31 mm (1.2 in)
133 mm (5.2 in)
90 mm (3.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
5 days
10 days
9 days
Weather conditions
excellent
very good
very good
Climate in Dakar →

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 less favorable that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
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
16 days
21 days
18 days
Weather conditions
less favorable
less favorable
less favorable
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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.

Popular cities in August

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Casamance in August.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Dakar 29°C (84°F) 26°C (79°F) 133 mm (5.2 in)
Cap Skirring 29°C (84°F) 26°C (79°F) 379 mm (15 in)

Casamance weather in August: frequently asked questions

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

Expect very good weather across Casamance, Senegal in August. The popular destination of Dakar 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?

Dakar 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?

Dakar typically receives notable rainfall in August, about 133 mm (5.2 in) on average across Casamance, Senegal.

Is August a Good Time to Visit Casamance, Senegal?

In our opinion, August is a good time to visit Casamance, Senegal with overall very good weather in Dakar. It's worth noting that weather conditions might differ depending on the location you visit.

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

Interested in more climate information?

We have much more information about the climate in Casamance.

Weather and climate has detailed information for every country in the world. Are you going to Senegal? Get detailed historical weather averages for many cities in Senegal.

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