Senegal Weather Forecast
Senegal weather: 82°F, overcast. Hourly forecast, 14-day outlook, UV, air quality and the best time to visit.
Senegal weather in October
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Climate in Senegal month by month
Average high, average low and total rainfall, based on three years of reanalysis data.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 81° | 68° | 0,2 in | ★★★★★ |
| February | 82° | 68° | 0,0 in | ★★★★★ |
| March | 75° | 66° | 0,0 in | ★★★★★ |
| April | 79° | 68° | 0,0 in | ★★★★★ |
| May | 80° | 71° | 0,0 in | ★★★★★ |
| June | 83° | 74° | 0,4 in | ★★★★★ |
| July | 85° | 78° | 1,3 in | ★★★★☆ |
| August | 85° | 78° | 4,9 in | ★★★★☆ |
| September | 86° | 78° | 4,3 in | ★★★★☆ |
| October | 88° | 79° | 0,8 in | ★★★★☆ |
| November | 88° | 77° | 0,2 in | ★★★★★ |
| December | 83° | 71° | 0,2 in | ★★★★★ |
Climate type: Hot and arid. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
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+
- A packable rain shell - 4 of the next 7 days carry a real chance of rain
- 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 82°F (28°C) with overcast. Humidity is 84% 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 4:57 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. |
|---|---|
| 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 August 23, 2026 at 4:57 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
