Dakar Weather in January
Senegal · 30-year monthly averages
🌟 Great time to visit
January in Dakar is warm, with average daytime highs around 26°C (79°F) and nighttime lows near 19°C (65°F). Expect roughly 1mm of precipitation spread over about 0 rainy days, and rain is rare.
Avg high
26°C
79°F
Avg low
19°C
65°F
Rainfall
1mm
very dry
Rainy days
0
days with ≥1mm
🎒 What to pack
- light summer clothing
- sunscreen and sunglasses
January vs the rest of the year
FAQ
- How hot is Dakar in January?
- January in Dakar is warm, with average daytime highs around 26°C (79°F) and nighttime lows near 19°C (65°F). Expect roughly 1mm of precipitation spread over about 0 rainy days, and rain is rare.
- Does it rain a lot in Dakar in January?
- Dakar sees around 1mm of precipitation in January on average — very dry by global standards.
- Is January a good time to visit Dakar?
- January is one of the best months to visit Dakar — comfortable temperatures and manageable rainfall.