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The weather in January in Senegal
It's warm in January in Senegal with an average temperature of 28°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 27°C to a high of 30°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 19°C and 21°C.
Looking for great weather? January is a good time to be in Senegal. The temperatures are nice, and there’s little 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 January for 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 40°C in 2022, Senegal reached the highest temperature in January over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 20°C in 2014. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 14°C to a highest value of 25°C.
Rainfall amount
According to weather history, there is only 0,3 mm of precipitation in January. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the Northeast.
Daily weather in January for Senegal
Click on any day in January to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Senegal. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
January weather comparison
| Senegal | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 28°C | 5°C |
| Max. temperature | 30°C | 11°C |
| Min. temperature | 19°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 0,3 mm | 97 mm |
| Rainy days | 1 day | 12 days |
Start of January
The month of January starts in Senegal with hot temps, averaging around 29°C during the day and nights around 21°C.
Mid January
By mid-January, daytime temps drop to around 28°C, with nights around 21°C. No precipitation expected during this period, so you can enjoy plenty of sunshine.
End of January
By the end of January, the average daytime temperature in Senegal is around 28°C, while nighttime temps are about 20°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 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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The climate in Senegal is based on weather data from Dakar. Other spots might have different weather. You can check out all destinations in Senegal to get the full picture of the climate.
Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in January in Senegal. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in January in Senegal
Temperature in January in Senegal over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in January in 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 January in Senegal
Total precipitation in January in Senegal over the years
Daily UV index in January in Senegal
This chart shows the average daily UV index in January in Senegal, 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 Senegal by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Senegal. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.