Senegal Weather Forecast
Senegal weather: 81°F, overcast. Hourly forecast, 14-day outlook, UV, air quality and the best time to visit.
Will it rain in Senegal?
No - rain is unlikely in Senegal today.
Rain is very unlikely today - plans do not need a backup.
Over the next 7 days, about 1,2 in of precipitation is forecast, with the wettest days falling on Sat, Sun, Mon, Tue and Wed.
The next 7 days carry about 6.4 times a normal week's rain for October (1,2 in against 0,2 in).
16-day forecast for Senegal
Daily highs and lows, precipitation and UV.
| Day | Conditions | High / Low | Precip | Wind | UV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thu, Oct 1 | ☁️ Overcast | 86° / 81° | 0% | 12 mph | 8 |
| Fri, Oct 2 | ⛅ Partly cloudy | 89° / 79° | 18% | 8 mph | 8 |
| Sat, Oct 3 | ⛈️ Thunderstorm | 88° / 77° | 95% · 0,3 in | 6 mph | 8 |
| Sun, Oct 4 | ⛈️ Thunderstorm | 83° / 76° | 98% · 0,3 in | 10 mph | 8 |
| Mon, Oct 5 | 🌦️ Light showers | 83° / 75° | 90% · 0,3 in | 8 mph | 8 |
| Tue, Oct 6 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 85° / 78° | 76% · 0,1 in | 4 mph | 7 |
| Wed, Oct 7 | ⛈️ Thunderstorm | 84° / 77° | 63% · 0,1 in | 6 mph | 5 |
| Thu, Oct 8 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 86° / 81° | 45% · 0,0 in | 6 mph | 7 |
| Fri, Oct 9 | 🌦️ Drizzle | 85° / 77° | 53% · 0,1 in | 5 mph | 6 |
| Sat, Oct 10 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 84° / 77° | 39% · 0,0 in | 6 mph | 8 |
| Sun, Oct 11 | ⛈️ Thunderstorm | 85° / 78° | 31% · 0,3 in | 8 mph | 8 |
| Mon, Oct 12 | ☀️ Clear sky | 85° / 81° | 22% | 10 mph | 8 |
| Tue, Oct 13 | ☀️ Clear sky | 85° / 80° | 18% | 11 mph | 8 |
| Wed, Oct 14 | ☁️ Overcast | 84° / 80° | 10% | 11 mph | 8 |
| Thu, Oct 15 | ☁️ Overcast | 82° / 79° | 3% | 11 mph | 6 |
| Fri, Oct 16 | ☁️ Overcast | 80° / 79° | 10% | 17 mph | 8 |
What this means for Senegal
Today is about average for October. The forecast high of 86°F is in line with the 88°F typical for this month.
Rain is very unlikely today - plans do not need a backup.
No weather-related travel disruption is expected today. Roads and airports should run normally.
Within 15 degrees of the equator, day length barely changes all year; seasons are defined by rain, not temperature.
Northern Hemisphere, so peak summer falls in June to August.
The gap between the warmest and coldest month averages 46°F - an unusually even climate through the year.
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 - 5 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 81°F (27°C) with overcast. Humidity is 87% and wind is 8 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 3:17 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 October 1, 2026 at 3:17 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
