Senegal Travel Guide
Senegal travel guide: interactive map, live weather, best time to visit, things to do and nearby places.
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 84°F (29°C) in Senegal with partly cloudy. It feels like 89°F. Today runs from 83°F to 92°F. Chance of precipitation is 0%. Sightseeing conditions score 8.6/10 - excellent - go now.
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 warmer than average for October. The forecast high of 92°F is 4.3°F above the 88°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 6 PM to 9 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. photography is the strongest bet in Senegal today at 9.2/10. Gusts to 35 mph will push high-sided vehicles on exposed roads and bridges.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Map of Senegal
Interactive map with nearby places. Switch between street, terrain and satellite views.
Coordinates: 14°43′0.1″N 17°28′3.7″W (14.7167, -17.4677)
Weather in Senegal right now
Source: Open-Meteo. Updated 9:44 AM, Oct 24 local time.
Weekend outlook
☁️ 92° / 83°
Overcast · 0% rain · wind 16 mph
☁️ 93° / 80°
Overcast · 8% rain · wind 9 mph
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 | 9:44 AM (UTC+00:00) |
| Best months | January, February, March, April, May, June, November and December |
| Climate | Hot and arid |
Best time to visit Senegal
Go in January, February, March, April, May, June, November and December. These months score highest on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and useful daylight.
Hardest months: August, September and October - expect the least comfortable mix of heat, cold or rain.
What to pack, what to skip
- Lightweight, light-coloured clothing and a refillable water bottle
- Sunglasses, a brimmed hat and SPF 30+
- Avoid long hikes after mid-morning; start at dawn or leave it for a cooler day.
- Avoid exposed ridgelines, small boats and rooftop viewpoints while gusts stay above 35 mph.
- If your dates are flexible, avoid August, September and October - historically the least comfortable months here.
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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 84°F (29°C) with partly cloudy. Humidity is 75% and wind is 16 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 9:44 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. |
|---|---|
| Map tiles | OpenStreetMap contributors, CARTO and Esri. |
| Elevation | Open-Meteo digital elevation model where the dataset has no value. |
| 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 24, 2026 at 9:44 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
