SenegalAverage weather for Dakar in April
It's hot in April in Dakar with an average temperature of 34°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 33°C to a high of 37°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 21°C and 23°C.
Start of April
The month of April starts in Dakar with hot temps, averaging around 34°C during the day and nights around 22°C. No precipitation expected at the start of the month; it’ll be sunny. Light clothing like shorts or a dress, and a hat and sunglasses are perfect.
Mid April
By mid-April, daytime temps rise to around 35°C, with nights around 23°C. No precipitation expected during this period, so you can enjoy plenty of sunshine. Light clothing like shorts or a dress, and a hat and sunglasses are perfect.
End of April
By the end of April, the average daytime temperature in Dakar is around 34°C, while nighttime temps are about 23°C. No precipitation expected at the end of the month; it’ll be mostly sunny. Light clothing like shorts or a dress, and a hat and sunglasses are perfect.
Water temperature
The water temperature at Dakar is 24°C this month. Comfortable for a swim.
According to weather history, there is only 0,2 mm of precipitation in April. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the Southwest.
Dakar in April |
New York | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average temperature |
34°C | 17°C | |
 Max. temperature |
37°C | 22°C | |
| Min. temperature |
33°C | -5°C | |
 Total precipitation |
0,2 mm | 81 mm | |
| Rainy days |
0 days | 11 days | |
March
UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 10 this month. That's a very high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 10-15 minutes.
Is April a good time to visit Dakar?
April is an awesome month to be in Dakar for sunny weather. You’ll have high temperatures and not much chance of rain this month.
Temperature records
With 46°C in 2016, Dakar reached the highest temperature in April over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 22°C in 2019. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 17°C to a highest value of 29°C.
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Daily Temperature in April in Dakar
This chart shows the average daily high and low temperatures in April for Dakar, in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the highs, and the blue line shows the lows. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, provide the average temperatures for this month.
Daily Precipitation in April in Dakar
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in April for Dakar, measured in millimeters over the past few years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are listed at the bottom of the chart.
A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that it rained more often. But remember, it’s just an average, and every day can be different. Based on historical weather data for April, you can expect it to stay dry all month in Dakar.
Daily UV index in April in Dakar
This chart shows the average daily UV index in April in Dakar, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
Temperature in April in Dakar over the years
This chart shows the average temperature in April in Dakar, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past few years.
Total precipitation in April in Dakar over the years
This chart shows the average precipitation in April in Dakar, measured in millimeters over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, whether it’s snow or hail.
Daily weather in April for Dakar
Click on any day in April to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Dakar. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
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Average weather in Dakar by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Dakar. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.
