Dakar & the Petite Côte
A pink lake that really is pink, live mbalax music spilling out of a club until sunrise, and a headland that puts Africa's westernmost point within walking distance of the market.
The best time to visit Dakar & the Petite Côte is Nov–Apr, when typical daytime highs reach about 34°C (92°F). Local time there is 02:14 (UTC).
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The year at a glance
January · high 33°C · rain 1mm · 11.3h of daylight · in the recommended window
shaded columns are the recommended window
Averages for 2019–2023 from Open-Meteo’s archive, not a forecast
Ramadan falls around 7 February to 8 March in 2027. Daytime cafés and restaurants often keep shorter hours.
| Month | High °CHigh °F | Rain mmRain in | Light | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 33°C91°F | 1mm0.0in | 11.3h11.3h | in the recommended window |
| February | 34°C93°F | 0mm0.0in | 11.6h11.6h | in the recommended window |
| March | 34°C93°F | 0mm0.0in | 12.0h12.0h | in the recommended window |
| April | 34°C92°F | 0mm0.0in | 12.4h12.4h | in the recommended window |
| May | 33°C91°F | 0mm0.0in | 12.8h12.8h | |
| June | 32°C90°F | 4mm0.2in | 13.0h13.0h | |
| July | 31°C88°F | 74mm2.9in | 12.9h12.9h | |
| August | 30°C87°F | 171mm6.7in | 12.6h12.6h | |
| September | 31°C87°F | 143mm5.6in | 12.2h12.2h | |
| October | 33°C92°F | 34mm1.3in | 11.8h11.8h | |
| November | 35°C95°F | 1mm0.0in | 11.4h11.4h | in the recommended window |
| December | 34°C93°F | 1mm0.0in | 11.3h11.3h | in the recommended window |
Good to know
- Currency
- XOFWest African CFA franc
- Language
- French, Wolof, Badyara, and more
- Driving
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When is the best time to visit Dakar & the Petite Côte?
The best time to visit Dakar & the Petite Côte is Nov–Apr, when typical daytime highs reach about 34°C (92°F).
How warm does Dakar & the Petite Côte get?
Typical daytime highs in Dakar & the Petite Côte are Mar–May 33°C (92°F), Jun–Aug 31°C (88°F), Sep–Nov 33°C (91°F), Dec–Feb 34°C (92°F).
Is Dakar & the Petite Côte expensive?
On the ground, Dakar & the Petite Côte is cheap.
What sort of trip is Dakar & the Petite Côte good for?
Dakar & the Petite Côte is good for beach and sun holidays, history and culture, food and drink, adventure holidays.
How rainy is Dakar & the Petite Côte?
The wettest month in Dakar & the Petite Côte is August at 171mm (6.7in), the driest February at 0mm (0.0in), with a monthly average of 36mm (1.4in).
What plug do I need for Dakar & the Petite Côte?
Dakar & the Petite Côte uses type C, E, G, K sockets at 230 V.
