SenegalThe weather in October in Dakar
It's hot in October in Dakar with an average temperature of 32°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 31°C to a high of 33°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 24°C and 27°C.
October 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 October 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 39°C in 2023, Dakar reached the highest temperature in October over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 27°C in 2022. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 4°C to a highest value of 29°C.
Water temperature
The water temperature at Dakar is 30°C this month. It’s really warm, perfect for a swim.
Rainfall amount
In October, there is an average of 30 mm of precipitation, spread over 5 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the Southwest.
Daily weather in October for Dakar
Click on any day in October 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.
October weather comparison
| Dakar | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 32°C | 21°C |
| Max. temperature | 33°C | 26°C |
| Min. temperature | 24°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 30 mm | 119 mm |
| Rainy days | 5 days | 13 days |
Start of October
The month of October starts in Dakar with hot temps, averaging around 33°C during the day and nights around 27°C.
Mid October
By mid-October, daytime temps stay steady at around 33°C, with nights around 27°C. Not much precipitation expected during this period. It’s mostly dry and sunny.
End of October
By the end of October, the average daytime temperature in Dakar is around 33°C, while nighttime temps are about 26°C. There’s hardly any chance of precipitation. The weather will be mostly dry with plenty of sun.
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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 October in Dakar, Senegal. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in October in Dakar
Temperature in October in Dakar over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in October 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 October in Dakar
Total precipitation in October in Dakar over the years
Daily UV index in October in Dakar
This chart shows the average daily UV index in October 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.