Thiès weather in August (Senegal)

Looking to travel to Thiès in August? Wondering if it's the right time to visit? Browse this page for a comprehensive overview of the weather conditions for that month.

In August, Thiès generally has very high temperatures and high rainfall. Throughout the day, temperatures typically settle at around 32°C. But by evening, they drop to around 25°C. On average, it features the lowest temperatures of the year but it is still a warm month.

Thiès in August usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 148 mm for the month. With this being the wettest month, keeping an umbrella on hand might save you from getting wet from a sudden shower. Typically around 11 days of rainfall is expected.

The days are predominantly sunny, with an estimated total of around 223 hours of sunshine. This amount of sunlight does not only brightens the days but also contributes to a cheerful ambiance in the area during this month.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, January, February, April, May and June typically offer the best circumstances. While October tends to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Thiès climate page with graphs.

 

Thiès, monthly averages in August

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 25°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 32°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 37%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 148 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 11 days  
HumidityHumidity 80% *  
SunshineSunshine 223 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 57% *  
* Data from: Dakar, Senegal (61 KM, 38 Miles).

Where to go in Senegal in August

Find out more about the weather in Senegal in August and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.

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

So, what should you wear in Thiès in August?

It's going to be warm! Consider airy clothing, t-shirts, and other summer clothes. Shorts for men made of cotton or linen are good options for staying cool. However, there's a good chance of rain, so bring a raincoat just in case.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do in August.

Swimming
9/10
Cycling
7/10
Walking
7/10
Camping
7/10
Outdoor sports
7/10

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