September Weather in Dakar

Last updated: March 2, 2024

The weather in Dakar, Senegal, during September is characterized by an average temperature of 28°C (82°F). Highs can soar to 29°C (85°F), while lows may dip to 25°C (77°F). Typically, the humidity level in Dakar throughout September hovers around 79%.

25°C (77°F)

Minimum temperature

28°C (82°F)

Average temperature

29°C (85°F)

Maximum temperature

79%

Humidity

Precipitation and Sunshine hours

In September, Dakar averages 103 mm (4.1 inches) of rainfall, typically over the course of 9 rainy days. The month enjoys an average of 12 hours 11 minutes of daylight, with the sun shining for approximately 10 hours 7 minutes each day. Additionally, there is a 47% probability of sunny days during this period.

103 mm (4.1 inches)

Precipitation

9 rainy days

Rainy days

10 hours 7 minutes

Sunshine hours

47%

Chance of sun

UV Index

In September, the UV Index in Dakar reaches a maximum of 13, indicating a level of Extreme exposure. The most intense UV radiation typically occurs between 13:00 and 15:00, during which unprotected skin may burn in as little as 10 minutes.

Average solar exposure data for the current time of the year. Actual values may vary and depend on many factors, such as cloud cover, vegetation cover, surface type, etc.
  07:00 08:00 09:00 10:00 11:00 12:00 13:00 14:00 15:00 16:00 17:00 18:00 19:00
UVI 1 1 3 6 9 12 13 12 9 6 3 1 1
Exposure Low Moderate High VeryHigh Extreme VeryHigh High Moderate Low
Time to burn 45 min 30 min 25 min 15 min 10 min 15 min 25 min 30 min 45 min

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