Senegal Population (2026)
Population of Senegal with area, density and how it compares to nearby places.
Population of Senegal
Senegal ranks #16 by population among 23 comparable places in this atlas.
Quick facts about Senegal
| Type | Country |
|---|---|
| Continent | Africa |
| Continent | Africa |
| Coordinates | 14°43′0.1″N 17°28′3.7″W (14.7167, -17.4677) |
| Capital | Dakar |
| Population | 18.000.000 |
| Area | 75.955 sq mi |
| ISO code | SN |
| ISO 3166-1 alpha-3 | SEN |
| Currency | West African CFA franc (XOF) |
| Languages | French, Wolof |
| Calling code | +221 |
| Time zone | Africa/Dakar |
| Local time | 9:12 AM (UTC+00:00) |
| Best months | January, February, March, April, May, June, November and December |
| Climate | Hot and arid |
Summary
Senegal is a country in Africa. Senegal is a country in Africa with its capital at Dakar. It has a population of about 18 million. The capital is Dakar.
Right now it is 76°F (25°C) in Senegal with overcast. It feels like 84°F. Today runs from 75°F to 83°F. Chance of precipitation is 95%. Sightseeing conditions score 7.3/10 - good conditions.
The best time to visit Senegal is January, February, March, April, May, June, November and December. The climate is hot and arid. August, September and October tend to be the least comfortable months. October is the warmest month with average highs near 88°F, while March is the coldest with lows near 66°F.
In plain terms. Today is slightly cooler than average for October. The forecast high of 83°F is 4.7°F below the 88°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 8 AM to 11 AM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. fishing is the strongest bet in Senegal today at 9.4/10. Wet roads are likely; braking distances roughly double in heavy rain.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
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Coordinates: 14°43′0.1″N 17°28′3.7″W (14.7167, -17.4677)
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Senegal?
Senegal is a country in Africa. Its coordinates are 14.7167, -17.4677. It lies in Africa.
What is the weather like in Senegal right now?
It is currently 76°F (25°C) with overcast. Humidity is 92% and wind is 6 mph.
When is the best time to visit Senegal?
January, February, March, April, May, June, November and December offer the most comfortable conditions in Senegal, which has a hot and arid climate. August, September and October are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Senegal in?
Senegal observes Africa/Dakar (UTC+00:00). The local time is 9:12 AM.
How many people live in Senegal?
Senegal has a population of approximately 18 million.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (countries-v1) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Method | Scores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown. |
Last updated October 5, 2026 at 9:12 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
