January · Senegal
Best time to visit Dakar in JanuaryWeather, crowds & prices
January score
8.8/10
Ranked #4 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 24°C
- Rainfall
- 2 mm
- Humidity
- 71%
- Sunny days
- 21
- Crowd Density
- Peak Tourist Rush
- Average Expenses
- $$$ · Peak Season Rates ($$$)
January in Dakar scores 8.8/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - an above-average month (#4 of 12). Expect around 24°C, 2 mm of rain, and roughly 21 sunny days this month.
Atlantic peninsula of music, markets, and Goree memory reward the January-March window.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Dakar in January?
- In January, Dakar averages 24°C, 2 mm of rain, and about 21 sunny days. Its climate-comfort score is 8.8/10.
- Is January a good time to visit Dakar?
- January earns a 8.8/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Dakar in January?
- Expect about 2 mm of rain in January. Average humidity is 71% and there are about 21 sunny days.
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