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Ziguinchor Weather in December

In Ziguinchor, December brings extremely high daytime temperatures around 35°C (95°F), with nights cooling to 20°C (68°F). Minimal rainfall is to be expected.

Rainfall in Ziguinchor in December

You can expect rain on around 0 days based on historical patterns, with 1.6 mm (0.1 in) average for the month. On the rare occasion it rains this month, it usually amounts to very little.

Temperature in Ziguinchor in December

Temperatures in Ziguinchor in December top out at 35°C (95°F) and drop to 20°C (68°F) overnight. Indoor breaks or shaded spots can make the warmer part of the day much more comfortable. With overnight lows of 20°C (68°F), evenings stay pleasantly warm.

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Ziguinchor Temperature in December

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 20°C (68°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 35°C (95°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 1%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 1.6 mm (0.1 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 0 days  

Daily Historical Temperatures

49-year average (1976-2025)

Based on our historical records, temperatures in Ziguinchor typically stay consistent throughout December, with daily highs averaging around 35°C (95°F). Nights are pleasant, with lows typically ranging from 18°C (64°F) to 20°C (68°F).

Average temperatures in December

Daily Historical Precipitation

49-year average (1976-2025)

Average daily rainfall for each day of the month based on long-term records.

Average precipitation in December

Historical weather for Ziguinchor in December

Browse day-by-day weather records for Ziguinchor spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.

Ziguinchor historical weather extremes in December

Based on 22 years of weather observations in Ziguinchor between 2003 and 2025, these are the recorded extremes.

  • On December 24, 2019, temperatures climbed to 38°C (100°F), marking the warmest December day on record.
  • On December 8, 2009, Ziguinchor saw its coldest December day with temperatures maxing out at 25°C (77°F).
  • The coldest night in December in Ziguinchor was on December 20, 2011, with a minimum of 14°C (57°F).
  • The wettest December day on record brought 1 mm (0.04 in) of precipitation to Ziguinchor (December 28, 2015).

Best Places in Senegal in December

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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).

What to Wear in Ziguinchor in December

Get ready for hot weather in December! Lightweight, breathable fabrics are your best friend during this month. Cotton and linen shirts, shorts, sundresses, and sandals will keep you comfortable. Light colors help reflect the heat, avoid wearing black. Almost no rain is expected, so no need to bring rain gear.

What To Do in Ziguinchor in December

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

Camping
10/10

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