Temperature
Hot by day, warm at night.
85°Ftypical Aug high
Typical range
Dakar
Senegal · Africa
Dakar is most comfortable in the drier months around January, May, and December. Typical daytime highs run about 85-91°F year-round. Humidity is heavier in some months. The wettest months are roughly August to September.
Best time to go
12 mo · Typical year
Temperature range
65°F to 91°F
Rain
4 days/mo
Sunshine
10.9 h/day
Humidity feel
Sometimes humid
When to visit
Month-by-month fit
Precipitation
One of the wettest months.
48%wet-day frequency
AmountWet-day chance
Sunshine
Cloudier spells limit sunshine.
9.9 hAug sunshine
Heat & humidity by month
Hot afternoons occur, with humid air through much of the month.
55%Aug share of very humid air hours
Easy airWarm airHot airHumid airVery humid air
Hourly comfort pattern
In August, afternoons feel about 92° and nights feel near 85°.
CoolComfortableWarmHotSwelteringNight shading
More detailIncludes sky, daypart comfort, sea, and wind
Cloud cover
Mostly cloudy skies.
27%Aug clear sky
ClearCloud cover
Sea temperature
83°Aug sea temp
Typical August day
August late afternoons are around 86°F, easing to about 82°F in early evening.
Avg temp Typical range
Morning82°F
Feels 88°F
Rain21%
Cloud73%
Humid airVery high
Sun intensityLow
Midday86°F
Feels 92°F
Rain39%
Cloud77%
Humid airVery high
Sun intensityStrong
Late afternoon86°F
Feels 91°F
Rain43%
Cloud77%
Humid airVery high
Sun intensityStrong
Early evening82°F
Feels 88°F
Rain19%
Cloud72%
Humid airVery high
Sun intensityMinimal
Best windowWind pattern
Calm winds are typical in August.
6 mphAug Light breeze
Typical wind speed (mph)
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Climate data notePlanning guidance, not a forecast
Typical monthly values are based on long-term climate records. Useful for planning, not a forecast. Check the weather before you travel.
Local microclimates can vary by beach, neighborhood, trail, or elevation.
Last updated: Jun 1, 2026
Data & methodology