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Which is the hottest month in Dakar?

The hottest time of year in Dakar is normally September. Expect maximum daytime temperatures to reach 31°C with very high heat and humidity.

Which month has the most rain in Dakar?

In terms of rainfall, August is usually the wettest month in Dakar with 179mm on average. There are normally 10 days in August with some rain.

When is it sunniest in Dakar?

The sunniest time of year in Dakar is normally April with bright sunshine on average for 76% of daylight hours; that's 10 hours of sunshine per day.

When is the sea warmest in Dakar?

The sea is usually at its warmest in Dakar in October when the water temperature reaches 28°C.

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Compare Dakar weather with the USA

Below the Dakar weather chart shows average maximum daytime temperature for Dakar, Senegal and the USA (Washington).

Maximum daytime temperature (°C)

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Tropical storm risk: Dakar, Senegal hurricane season

% of month affected by tropical storms
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The Dakar, Senegal tropical storm risk chart above shows the hurricane season. The chart was processed from data supplied by the US Meteorological Agency (NOAA). Find out more about our data sources.

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