Temperatures in January
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.
Max and Min Temperatures per Day
This chart shows the daily maximum and minimum temperatures in degrees Celsius for Senegal in January. The red line indicates the max temperatures, and the blue line shows the minimums.
Start of January
The month of January starts in Senegal with hot temperatures, averaging around 29°C during the day and nights close to 21°C. You won’t see any precipitation in the first days of the month, it’s all sunny skies.
Since temperatures can differ between day and night, it’s a good idea to dress in layers.
Mid-January
By mid-January, the average daytime temperature drops to around 28°C, with nights close to 21°C. No precipitation expected during this period, so you can enjoy plenty of sunshine.
Temperatures vary between day and night, so it’s smart to wear layers.
End of January
By the end of January, the average daytime temperature in Senegal will be around 28°C, with nights close to 20°C. No precipitation expected, with plenty of sunshine on the horizon.
As it gets cooler in the evening, it’s best to wear layers.
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Precipitation in January
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.
You can expect dry weather every day in January.
Precipitation Chance
This chart shows the daily precipitation chance (in percentages) in January for Senegal. 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.
Senegal in January |
UK | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average Temperature |
28°C | 8°C | |
 High Temp |
30°C | 9°C | |
| Low Temp |
27°C | 6°C | |
 Total Precipitation |
0,3 mm | 58 mm | |
| Rainy Days |
0 days | 9 days | |
December
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 January a good time to visit Senegal?
Want nice weather? Then January is a great time to be in Senegal. You’ll have pleasant temperatures and little chance of rain this month.
Temperature records for Senegal in January
With 40°C, Senegal hit the highest temperature in the last 10 years in January 2022. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 20°C in 2014. The extreme night temperatures ranged from a low of 14°C to a high of 25°C.
Check out the climate of Senegal for all months and discover the best travel time
The climate of Senegal is based on weather data from Dakar. Other locations might have different weather. You can check out all destinations in Senegal for a full picture of the climate.
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Daily Temperature in January in Senegal
This chart shows the average daily temperatures, both day and night, for each day in January in Senegal, 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 January in Senegal
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in January for Senegal, 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 January, you can expect it to stay dry all month in Senegal.
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.
Temperature in January in Senegal Over the Years
This chart shows the average temperature in January in Senegal, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past years.
Total Precipitation in January in Senegal Over the Years
This chart shows the average precipitation in January in Senegal, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail.
Daily climate in January for Senegal
Click on a specific day in January for detailed info on the typical 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.
