Senegal Weather Forecast
Senegal weather: 86°F, partly cloudy. Hourly forecast, 14-day outlook, UV, air quality and the best time to visit.
Will it rain in Senegal?
Yes - rain is likely in Senegal today.
A 73% chance means rain is expected over most of the area. Plan indoor alternatives.
Over the next 7 days, about 1,3 in of precipitation is forecast, with the wettest days falling on Tue, Wed, Sat and Sun.
Rainfall over the next 7 days is close to normal for August (1,3 in against a typical 1,1 in).
16-day forecast for Senegal
Daily highs and lows, precipitation and UV.
| Day | Conditions | High / Low | Precip | Wind | UV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tue, Aug 25 | ⛈️ Thunderstorm with hail | 89° / 78° | 73% · 0,4 in | 13 mph | 9 |
| Wed, Aug 26 | ⛈️ Thunderstorm | 86° / 79° | 93% · 0,1 in | 11 mph | 3 |
| Thu, Aug 27 | ☁️ Overcast | 86° / 82° | 12% | 11 mph | 9 |
| Fri, Aug 28 | ☁️ Overcast | 91° / 80° | 8% | 9 mph | 9 |
| Sat, Aug 29 | ⛈️ Thunderstorm | 85° / 78° | 48% · 0,4 in | 6 mph | 9 |
| Sun, Aug 30 | 🌦️ Light showers | 84° / 76° | 67% · 0,4 in | 4 mph | 7 |
| Mon, Aug 31 | ☁️ Overcast | 86° / 81° | 14% | 10 mph | 10 |
| Tue, Sep 1 | ☁️ Overcast | 85° / 82° | 4% | 11 mph | 9 |
| Wed, Sep 2 | ☁️ Overcast | 88° / 80° | 2% | 10 mph | 9 |
| Thu, Sep 3 | 🌦️ Drizzle | 87° / 80° | 53% · 0,2 in | 9 mph | 9 |
| Fri, Sep 4 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 88° / 79° | 73% · 0,1 in | 8 mph | 8 |
| Sat, Sep 5 | 🌤️ Mainly clear | 88° / 83° | 31% | 12 mph | 8 |
| Sun, Sep 6 | 🌤️ Mainly clear | 88° / 82° | 20% | 12 mph | 6 |
| Mon, Sep 7 | ☁️ Overcast | 90° / 82° | 18% | 11 mph | 9 |
| Tue, Sep 8 | ⛈️ Thunderstorm | 89° / 82° | 19% · 0,2 in | 10 mph | 9 |
| Wed, Sep 9 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 81° / 80° | 13% · 0,0 in | 17 mph | 9 |
What this means for Senegal
Today is slightly warmer than average for August. The forecast high of 89°F is 3.2°F above the 85°F typical for this month.
A 73% chance means rain is expected over most of the area. Plan indoor alternatives.
Gusts to 32 mph will push high-sided vehicles on exposed roads and bridges. Wet roads are likely; braking distances roughly double in heavy rain.
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 - 4 of the next 7 days carry a real chance of rain
- Avoid exposed ridgelines, small boats and rooftop viewpoints while gusts stay above 32 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 86°F (30°C) with partly cloudy. Humidity is 69% and wind is 11 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 10:05 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 25, 2026 at 10:05 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
