Average weather for Senegal in September
It's hot in September in Senegal 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 25°C and 27°C.
Start of September
The month of September starts in Senegal with hot temps, averaging around 32°C during the day and nights around 26°C. There are plenty of days with a good chance of precipitation. Light clothing like shorts or a dress, and a hat and sunglasses are perfect.
Mid September
By mid-September, daytime temps stay steady at around 32°C, with nights around 26°C. There’s a high chance of precipitation during this time. Light clothing like shorts or a dress, and a hat and sunglasses are perfect.
End of September
By the end of September, the average daytime temperature in Senegal is around 33°C, while nighttime temps are about 26°C. A shower might pop up, but overall, the weather will be dry and sunny. Light clothing like shorts or a dress, and a hat and sunglasses are perfect.
In September, there is an average of 170 mm of precipitation, spread over 12 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the Southwest.
Senegal in September |
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32°C | 27°C | |
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33°C | 31°C | |
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31°C | -5°C | |
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170 mm | 57 mm | |
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12 days | 9 days |
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.
Is September a good time to visit Senegal?
Looking for sun? September isn’t a good month to be in Senegal. The temperature is nice, but there’s too much chance of rain.
Temperature records
With 38°C in 2021, Senegal reached the highest temperature in September over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 26°C in 2014. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 22°C to a highest value of 28°C.
Check out the climate of Senegal for all months and discover the best travel time
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.
Daily Temperature in September in Senegal
This chart shows the average daily high and low temperatures in September for Senegal, 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 September in Senegal
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in September for Senegal, 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 September, you can expect about 12 days of precipitation in Senegal.
Daily UV index in September in Senegal
This chart shows the average daily UV index in September 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.
Temperature in September in Senegal over the years
This chart shows the average temperature in September in Senegal, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past few years.
Total precipitation in September in Senegal over the years
This chart shows the average precipitation in September in Senegal, measured in millimeters over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, whether it’s snow or hail.
Daily weather in September for Senegal
Click on any day in September 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.






























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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.