SenegalThe weather in July in Dakar
It's hot in July in Dakar with an average temperature of 31°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 30°C to a high of 32°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 25°C and 27°C.
July is a good month to be in Dakar for sunny weather. You’ll have high temperatures and not too much rain.
Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average daily maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and precipitation (in millimeters) in July for Dakar, Senegal. A low precipitation value usually indicates little to no rainfall on that day in recent years, while a higher value suggests more frequent rainfall.
Temperature records
With 37°C in 2021, Dakar reached the highest temperature in July over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 27°C in 2016. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 20°C to a highest value of 28°C.
Water temperature
The water temperature at Dakar is 26°C this month. Lovely temperature for a swim.
Rainfall amount
In July, there is an average of 59 mm of precipitation, spread over 8 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the West.
Daily weather in July for Dakar
Click on any day in July 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.
July weather comparison
| Dakar | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 31°C | 31°C |
| Max. temperature | 32°C | 33°C |
| Min. temperature | 25°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 59 mm | 160 mm |
| Rainy days | 8 days | 18 days |
Start of July
The month of July starts in Dakar with hot temps, averaging around 31°C during the day and nights around 26°C.
Mid July
By mid-July, daytime temps stay steady at around 31°C, with nights around 26°C. Not much precipitation expected during this period. It’s mostly dry and sunny.
End of July
By the end of July, the average daytime temperature in Dakar is around 31°C, while nighttime temps are about 27°C. Expect regular precipitation, but if you’re lucky, you’ll also get some dry and sunny days.
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 9 this month. That's a very high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 10-15 minutes.
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Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in July in Dakar, Senegal. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in July in Dakar
Temperature in July in Dakar over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in July in Dakar, Senegal. Precipitation is always measured as water, even when it falls as snow or hail The amount of precipitation is displayed in millimeters, while snowfall is shown in centimeters.
Daily Precipitation in July in Dakar
Total precipitation in July in Dakar over the years
Daily UV index in July in Dakar
This chart shows the average daily UV index in July 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.
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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.