Peak in November
Coolest in May
Heavy in August
Peak in dry season
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Dakar coastline
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Essential Travel Info for Dakar
Currency
XOF
Fr West African CFA franc
Language
French
Driving
Right side
Safety
High Safety
GPI: 1.916
Best Time to Visit Dakar
Location, climate overview & historical trends
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📍 14.7167° N, 17.4677° W
Open in Google MapsDakar is a prominent destination in Senegal.
Located at 14.72°N latitude,Dakar experiences a tropical climate with warm temperatures year-round.
Based on 30 years of data, November is the warmest month (avg. 31°C), while May is the coolest. August sees the most rain (33% chance), making November the driest month.
Best Time to Visit
NASA POWER Data (1991-2021)January, February, March
Best months to visit
28°C
Avg High
Based on 30 years of NASA satellite data,Dakar receives approximately 174mm of rainfall annually. These months offer optimal temperatures and minimal rain probability for your visit.
Climate Trends
EXCLUSIVE1995-2040 Temperature Trend
1995 Avg
28.5°
2024 Avg
28°
2040 Proj
28.5°
+-0.31°C
per decade (observed)
+0.30°C
per decade (CMIP6)
🌡️ Dakar has warmed by +-0.9°C since 1995. By 2040, an additional +0.5°C is projected (based on CMIP6 rate of 0.299°C/decade), for a total of +-0.4°C from 1995 baseline.
NASA POWER (1995-2024) + CMIP6 (CMCC_CM2_VHR4, EC_Earth3P_HR, FGOALS_f3_H, HiRAM_SIT_HR, MRI_AGCM3_2_S, NICAM16_8S)
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CDC travel health recommendations
COVID-19
All eligible travelers should be up to date with their COVID-19 vaccines. Please seeYour COVID-19 Vaccinationfor more information.
Chikungunya
All travelers should take steps to prevent mosquito bites. Chikungunya vaccination is generally not recommended. Travelers who wish to consider vaccination can visit “What to consider before traveling” on thechikungunya vaccinespage to learn more.
Hepatitis A
Recommended for unvaccinated travelers one year old or older going to Senegal.Infants 6 to 11 months old should also be vaccinated against Hepatitis A. The dose does not count toward the routine 2-dose series.Travelers allergic to a vaccine component should receive a single dose of immune globulin, which provides effective protection for up to 2 months depending on dosage given.Unvaccinated travelers who are over 40 years old, are immunocompromised, or have chronic medical conditions planning to depart to a risk area in less than 2 weeks should get the initial dose of vaccine and at the same appointment receive immune globulin.
Hepatitis B
Recommended for unvaccinated travelers of all ages traveling to Senegal.
Malaria
CDC recommends that travelers going to Senegal take prescription medicine to prevent malaria. Depending on the medicine you take, you will need to start taking this medicine multiple days before your trip, as well as during and after your trip. Talk to your doctor about which malaria medication you should take.Transmission areasAllDrug resistanceChloroquineSpeciesP. falciparum(primarily)P. malariae,P. ovale, andP. vivax(less commonly)Recommended chemoprophylaxisAtovaquone-proguanil, doxycycline, mefloquine, tafenoquine2Updated April 23, 2025See footnotes
Measles
Cases of measles are on the rise worldwide. Travelers are at risk of measles if they have not been fully vaccinated at least two weeks prior to departure, or have not had measles in the past, and travel internationally to areas where measles is spreading.All international travelers should be fully vaccinated against measles with the measles-mumps-rubella (MMR) vaccine, including an early dose for infants 6–11 months, according toCDC’s measles vaccination recommendations for international travel.
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View Complete Health GuideDakar Climate Data by Month
Historical temperature and precipitation averages
| Month | Avg High (°C) | Rain Probability (%) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 27°C | 1% | ✨ Perfect |
| February | 27°C | 0% | ✨ Perfect |
| March | 26°C | 0% | ✨ Perfect |
| April | 26°C | 0% | ✨ Perfect |
| May | 26°C | 0% | ✨ Perfect |
| June | 28°C | 1% | ✨ Perfect |
| July | 29°C | 12% | 😊 Pleasant |
| August | 29°C | 33% | 😊 Pleasant |
| September | 29°C | 31% | 😊 Pleasant |
| October | 31°C | 8% | 🔥 Hot |
| November | 31°C | 0% | 🔥 Hot |
| December | 29°C | 1% | 😊 Pleasant |
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Dakar Weather FAQ
When is the best time to visit Dakar?
Honestly, look for months with mild temperatures (20°C-25°C) and low rain chance. Based on historical data, January, February, March are usually great choices.
When is the hottest month in Dakar?
November is historically the hottest month in Dakar with average highs of 31°C.
When does it rain the most in Dakar?
August typically sees the highest probability of rain (33%).
Is Dakar expensive?
Prices vary by season. The "Perfect" weather months usually coincide with peak tourist season and higher prices, while the rainy or cold months offer better deals.