Senegal Weather Forecast
Senegal weather: 82°F, overcast. Hourly forecast, 14-day outlook, UV, air quality and the best time to visit.
Air quality and pollen in Senegal
Air quality: Open-Meteo (CAMS). US AQI scale.
Health and safety today
| Skin and UV | No protection needed for most skin types. |
|---|---|
| Heat stress | The heat index is 89°F, higher than the air temperature because humidity is 86%. Sweat evaporates slowly, so drink before you feel thirsty and take shade breaks. |
| Pets | Pavement can be 20°C hotter than the air. Walk dogs early or late, never leave animals in cars, and carry water. |
| Older adults | Heat builds up slowly indoors. Check on anyone over 65 living alone and keep rooms ventilated. |
| Children | Small bodies overheat faster than adults. Shade, hats and frequent drinks; skip midday sport. |
Weather in Senegal right now
Source: Open-Meteo. Updated 11:19 PM, Sep 30 local time.
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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 82°F (28°C) with overcast. Humidity is 86% and wind is 9 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 11:19 PM.
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. |
|---|---|
| Forecast and observations | Open-Meteo (ECMWF and national models). |
| Air quality and pollen | Copernicus CAMS via Open-Meteo. US AQI scale. |
| Climate averages | ERA5 reanalysis via the Open-Meteo archive, aggregated over 3 years. |
| 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 September 30, 2026 at 11:19 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
