Temperatures in May
It's hot in May in Dakar with an average temperature of 40°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 39°C to a high of 42°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 24°C and 28°C.
Max and Min Temperatures per Day
This chart shows the daily maximum and minimum temperatures in degrees Celsius for Dakar in May. The red line indicates the max temperatures, and the blue line shows the minimums.
Start of May
The month of May starts in Dakar with hot temperatures, averaging around 41°C during the day and nights close to 26°C. You won’t see any precipitation in the first days of the month, it’s all sunny skies. Breezy clothes like shorts or a dress, plus a hat and sunglasses, are ideal.
Mid-May
By mid-May, the average daytime temperature stays the same at 41°C, with nights close to 26°C. No precipitation expected during this period, so you can enjoy plenty of sunshine. Breezy clothes like shorts or a dress, plus a hat and sunglasses, are ideal.
End of May
By the end of May, the average daytime temperature in Dakar will be around 41°C, with nights close to 26°C. Barely any chance of precipitation. The weather will mostly be dry with lots of sunshine. Breezy clothes like shorts or a dress, plus a hat and sunglasses, are ideal.
Water temperature
The water temperature at Dakar is 27°C this month. Nice and warm for a swim.
Precipitation in May
According to weather history, there is only 2,3 mm of precipitation in May. The wind speed is around 3 Bft, mostly coming from the West.
The average chance of precipitation is only 2% in May.
Precipitation Chance
This chart shows the daily precipitation chance (in percentages) in May for Dakar. 0% means it never rained on that day in the past 10 years, and 100% means it rained every day. All values in between represent the average chance of precipitation on that day.
Dakar in May |
London | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average Temperature |
40°C | 18°C | |
 High Temp |
42°C | 21°C | |
| Low Temp |
39°C | 15°C | |
 Total Precipitation |
2,3 mm | 46 mm | |
| Rainy Days |
1 day | 8 days | |
April
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.
Is May a good time to visit Dakar?
May isn’t a good time to be in Dakar. The average temperature of 40°C this month is uncomfortably hot for a pleasant stay.
Temperature records for Dakar in May
With 46°C, Dakar hit the highest temperature in the last 10 years in May 2019. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 25°C in 2023. The extreme night temperatures ranged from a low of 20°C to a high of 31°C.
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Daily Temperature in May in Dakar
This chart shows the average daily temperatures, both day and night, for each day in May in Dakar, measured in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the maximum temperatures, while the blue line shows the minimums. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, gives an overview of the average daily temperatures during this month.
Daily Precipitation in May in Dakar
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in May for Dakar, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are shown 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 rain is more likely. But it’s still an average, so each day can be different. Based on historical weather data for May, you can expect about 1 day of rain in Dakar.
Daily UV Index in May in Dakar
This chart shows the average daily UV index in May 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.
Temperature in May in Dakar Over the Years
This chart shows the average temperature in May in Dakar, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past years.
Total Precipitation in May in Dakar Over the Years
This chart shows the average precipitation in May in Dakar, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail.
Daily climate in May for Dakar
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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.
