Dakar in August
7.3out of 10
Possible, with caveats
Warm and comfortable: highs around 28°C. Frequent rain: about 12 rainy days.
28°CAvg high
26°CAvg low
12Rainy days (124 mm)
12:29 hDaylight
06:59Sunrise · 19:29 Sunset
Why this score
- Warm and comfortable: highs around 28°C
- Frequent rain: about 12 rainy days
What to wear and pack
- T-shirts and light layers
- Shorts or a light skirt
- Rain jacket or compact umbrella
How reliable is the forecast?
Rain in August varies a lot between years (±3.9 rainy days), so check the forecast closer to your trip. Averages cover 30 years (1991–2020). Individual days can differ a lot.
Year at a glance
Weather by month
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rainy days | Humidity | Sunshine | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 22°C | 21°C | 2 mm | 0 | – | – | 9.1 |
| February | 21°C | 20°C | 1 mm | 0 | – | – | 9.0 |
| March | 21°C | 20°C | 0 mm | 0 | – | – | 9.0 |
| April | 21°C | 20°C | 0 mm | 0 | – | – | 9.0 |
| May | 23°C | 22°C | 0 mm | 0 | – | – | 9.1 |
| June | 25°C | 24°C | 1 mm | 0 | – | – | 9.1 |
| July | 27°C | 26°C | 27 mm | 4 | – | – | 8.5 |
| August | 28°C | 26°C | 124 mm | 12 | – | – | 7.3 |
| September | 28°C | 27°C | 82 mm | 10 | – | – | 7.8 |
| October | 28°C | 27°C | 22 mm | 3 | – | – | 8.7 |
| November | 27°C | 26°C | 0 mm | 0 | – | – | 9.1 |
| December | 25°C | 23°C | 1 mm | 0 | – | – | 9.1 |
Frequently asked questions
How hot is Dakar in August?
Daytime highs average 28°C and nights about 26°C.
When is the best time to visit Dakar?
The best months are January, May, June, November.