What is the weather like in Dakar in May?

Expect temperatures between 21°C and 26°C with 0% average rain probability and about 8 hours of sunshine daily.

What is the weather like in Dakar in May?

Dakar in May scores 64/100 based on 30 years of climate data. Good option with minor considerations.

Who should visit Dakar in May?

May in Dakar is ideal for: Outdoor enthusiasts, Photographers, Cultural tourists, Honeymoon couples, Business travelers.

Dakar Weather in May | 30-Year Forecast

Avg High

26°C

Hottest around day 29

Avg Low

21°C

Coolest around day 1

Rainy Days

0days

0% avg rain chance

Sunshine

8hrs/day

Spring season

Sea Temperature in May

Coastal Waters(Ocean)

22.3°C

Monthly Average

Water Feel

☀️Warm

Perfect for swimming and water sports

Swim Rating

✅Excellent for swimming

Based on average sea surface temperature

Body of Water

Coastal Waters

Ocean

Dakar coastline

Essential Travel Info for Dakar

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Currency

XOF

Fr West African CFA franc

Language

French

Driving

Right side

Safety

High Safety

GPI: 1.916

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Remote

14/ 100

Traffic Index

Off the beaten path

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Health & Safety Advisory

CDC travel health recommendations

11 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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Is May a Good Time to Visit Dakar?

👌Good option with minor considerations(64/100)

Short Answer

Ideal beach conditions in Dakar during May: 22.3°C turquoise waters, 26°C air, 0% rain. 1.6m calm waves suit families and swimmers alike.

Decision Factors

Vaccinations required

Yellow Fever

Rough sea conditions

1.57m average wave height - Surfers Only

Peak tourist season

89% of annual peak - expect crowds and high prices

Excellent dry conditions

Only 0% rain probability - ideal for outdoor activities

Pleasant swimming conditions

22.3°C sea temperature

Health precautions needed

Be aware of: Leptospirosis, Schistosomiasis, African Tick-Bite Fever

Good For

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Outdoor enthusiasts
Ideal hiking conditions: 26.3°C, 0% rain chance
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Photographers
11.6h sunshine, 72% clear skies for golden hour shots
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Cultural tourists
Comfortable conditions for exploring museums and sites
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Honeymoon couples
Wedding score 100/100 with romantic weather conditions
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Business travelers
Climate-controlled meetings unaffected by weather

Who Should Avoid

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Budget travelers
Peak season means premium prices everywhere
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Elderly travelers
77% humidity creates difficult conditions

"According to 30YearWeather's analysis of 30 years of NASA POWER satellite data,Dakar in May averages 26°C with 0% precipitation probability."

📊 Source: 30YearWeather.com🛰️ Data: NASA POWER (1991-2021)View Methodology →

Frequently Asked Questions: Dakar in May

What are the temperatures in Dakar in May?

Daytime highs average 26°C, nights drop to 21°C. Temperatures remain fairly consistent.

How many rainy days in Dakar in May?

Expect around 0 days with measurable rainfall. Rain is unlikely to disrupt plans.

What to wear in Dakar in May?

Comfortable casual wear with a light jacket for evenings.

Is May peak season in Dakar?

This is typically peak season with higher prices. Book 2-3 months ahead.

Dakar Weather in May