Thiès weather in January (Senegal)

Planning a trip to Thiès in January? Check out this comprehensive weather guide.

In Thiès the weather in January is generally perfect, with very high temperatures and almost no rainfall. Anticipate daytime temperatures around 33°C, while night temperatures can drop to 18°C. Remember, these are typical temperatures, and certain days could be even hotter. Ensure you wear appropriate clothing to handle the warmth.

Thiès in January usually receives almost no rainfall, averaging around 2.2 mm for the month. Based on our climate data of the past 30 years, about 1 day of rain are anticipated.

The days are predominantly sunny, with an estimated total of around 245 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're inclined towards comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, January is a prime time to visit Thiès. 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 January

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 18°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 33°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 3%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 2.2 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 1 day  
HumidityHumidity 68% *  
SunshineSunshine 245 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 70% *  
* Data from: Dakar, Senegal (61 KM, 38 Miles).

Where to go in Senegal in January

Find out more about the weather in Senegal in January 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 January?

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.

What To Do

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

Swimming
10/10
Cycling
8/10
Walking
8/10
Barbeque
10/10
Camping
10/10
Outdoor sports
8/10

Interested in more climate information?

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