Thiès region Weather in December

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Thiès region, Senegal in December.

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Mbour Thiès Popenguine

Planning a trip to Thiès region, Senegal this December? Here's what you need to know about the weather:

What to Expect in Thiès region in December

Thiès region, Senegal is a region in Senegal. December in Thiès region generally has very warm temperatures, with almost no precipitation.

Temperatures

The average maximum temperatures are very warm and range from 30°C (86°F) in Popenguine to 34°C (93°F) in Thiès. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 19°C (66°F) in Thiès and 20°C (68°F) in Popenguine. The temperatures mentioned for both day and night are typical averages. However some days might get even hotter. It's best to stay prepared by wearing cloths suitable for the warmth.

To explore the conditions in Thiès region, Senegal in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

December is a very dry month with an average rainfall of around 1.3 mm (0.1 in) in Mbour.

Average sunshine

December brings good sunshine to many areas. Mbour sees around 239 hours of sunlight, great for visitors looking for bright days.

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Best Places to Visit in Thiès region in December

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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 Thiès region

What is the weather like in December for some of the most popular destinations in Thiès region, Senegal?

Temperature range in Thiès region (December)

Precipitation variation in Thiès region (December)

Mbour

In December Mbour generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C (88°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 21°C (70°F) and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
33°C (91°F)
31°C (88°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
21°C (70°F)
19°C (66°F)
Monthly sun hours
249 hours
239 hours
245 hours
Monthly rainfall
0.7 mm (0.03 in)
1.3 mm (0.1 in)
1.8 mm (0.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
0 days
a single day
a single day
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Mbour →

Thiès

In December Thiès generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 34°C (93°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 19°C (66°F) and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
35°C (95°F)
34°C (93°F)
33°C (91°F)
Min temperature
22°C (72°F)
19°C (66°F)
18°C (64°F)
Monthly sun hours
249 hours
239 hours
245 hours
Monthly rainfall
0.9 mm (0.04 in)
1.6 mm (0.1 in)
2.2 mm (0.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
0 days
a single day
a single day
Weather conditions
tolerable
pleasant
perfect
Climate in Thiès →

Popenguine

In December Popenguine generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 20°C (68°F) and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
32°C (90°F)
30°C (86°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
23°C (73°F)
20°C (68°F)
18°C (64°F)
Monthly sun hours
249 hours
239 hours
245 hours
Monthly rainfall
4 mm (0.2 in)
0.5 mm (0.02 in)
0.3 mm (0.01 in)
Monthly rainy days
2 days
a single day
a single day
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Popenguine →

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In our records: Senegal December extremes

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

  • Based on our data, the coldest December night in Senegal dropped to 9°C (48°F) in Linguere on December 12, 2012.

Popular cities in December

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Thiès region in December.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Mbour 31°C (88°F) 21°C (70°F) 1.3 mm (0.1 in)
Thiès 34°C (93°F) 19°C (66°F) 1.6 mm (0.1 in)
Popenguine 30°C (86°F) 20°C (68°F) 0.5 mm (0.02 in)

Thiès region weather in December: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Thiès region, Senegal in December?

Expect pleasant weather across Thiès region, Senegal in December. The popular destination of Mbour averages 31°C (88°F) by day and 21°C (70°F) at night during this month.

What is the average temperature in Thiès region, Senegal in December?

Daytime temperatures in Mbour peak at roughly 31°C (88°F) in December, dropping to about 21°C (70°F) overnight.

Does Thiès region, Senegal get a lot of rain in December?

December is on the drier side in Thiès region, Senegal. Mbour averages only about 1.3 mm (0.1 in), with most days staying dry.

Is December a Good Time to Visit Thiès region, Senegal?

In our opinion, December is a good time to visit Thiès region, Senegal with overall perfect weather in Mbour.

Generally speaking, January provides perfect weather in Mbour. On the other hand, the months of August and September tend to have unpleasant weather conditions.

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