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SenegalThe weather in March in Dakar
It's hot in March in Dakar with an average temperature of 35°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 33°C to a high of 37°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 20°C and 24°C.
March is an awesome month to be in Dakar for sunny weather. You’ll have high temperatures and not much chance of rain this month.
Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average daily maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and precipitation (in millimeters) in March 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 44°C in 2018, Dakar reached the highest temperature in March over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 22°C in 2016. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 14°C to a highest value of 32°C.
Water temperature
The water temperature at Dakar is 23°C this month. Comfortable for a swim.
Rainfall amount
According to weather history, there is only 0,1 mm of precipitation in March. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the Southeast.
Daily weather in March for Dakar
Click on any day in March 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.
March weather comparison
| Dakar | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 35°C | 11°C |
| Max. temperature | 37°C | 14°C |
| Min. temperature | 20°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 0,1 mm | 63 mm |
| Rainy days | 1 day | 10 days |
Start of March
The month of March starts in Dakar with hot temps, averaging around 36°C during the day and nights around 21°C.
Mid March
By mid-March, daytime temps stay steady at around 36°C, with nights around 22°C. No precipitation expected during this period, so you can enjoy plenty of sunshine.
End of March
By the end of March, the average daytime temperature in Dakar is around 36°C, while nighttime temps are about 23°C. No precipitation expected at the end of the month; it’ll be mostly sunny.
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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.
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Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in March in Dakar, Senegal. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in March in Dakar
Temperature in March in Dakar over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in March 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 March in Dakar
Total precipitation in March in Dakar over the years
Daily UV index in March in Dakar
This chart shows the average daily UV index in March 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.