What is the current water temperature in Dakar?

Q: What is the current water temperature in Dakar?

As of now, in Dakar, the water temperature is 20.17°C. Swimming in water of this temperature is seen as relatively warm and enjoyable for some individuals, although many might find it slightly too cool.

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Water temperature in Dakar

Detailed information about the current water temperature in Dakar. The trend over the last two weeks, daily averages, and precise forecast of the water temperature changes. Gain a deeper understanding of seasonal dynamics with monthly statistical analyses covering recent years.

68.3

°F

May 7, 04:24

Trend:

decreasing

Yesterday:

68.4°F

Tomorrow:

68.0°F

Sunrise:

06:45

Sunset:

19:28

Day Length:

12 h. 43 min.

Dakar in May

Minimum:

68.4°F

Average:

72.1°F

Maximum:

75.0°F

Sea water temperature in Dakar today

As of now, in Dakar, the water temperature is 68.3°F. Swimming in water of this temperature is seen as relatively warm and enjoyable for some individuals, although many might find it slightly too cool. Today's reading is 0.6°F higher than the average recorded on this particular day in recent years. The sea temperature remains approximately unchanged from yesterday. According to the forecast, we expect the temperature to fall a bit.

Recent sea temperature and forecast

Today's water temperature is notably higher than the average recorded over the past two weeks, indicating a significant warming trend. It also falls within the range of the average temperature recorded for this date, suggesting a consistent weather trend. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 70.7°F on 2024, while the historical minimum was 64.6°F on 2021.

latest data

last year

Observations from the last two weeks indicate that the water temperature was in proximity to the lowest values recorded on those days in the past. Over the next week, the forecast shows a steady trend, with temperatures staying close to the average of 68.5°F. Both minimum and maximum temperatures expected to be close to the average, offering a week of stable water conditions.

Daily water temperature in Dakar

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
Apr 23	65.6°F	66.3°F	65.7°F
Apr 24	63.5°F	66.8°F	65.6°F
Apr 25	62.3°F	65.6°F	65.6°F
Apr 26	64.0°F	66.3°F	66.1°F
Apr 27	63.3°F	66.8°F	65.9°F
Apr 28	62.8°F	68.2°F	66.1°F
Apr 29	63.3°F	66.5°F	66.1°F
Apr 30	63.3°F	66.2°F	66.3°F
May 1	61.8°F	66.1°F	66.4°F
May 2	62.3°F	69.2°F	66.4°F
May 3	63.2°F	68.8°F	66.7°F
May 4	64.3°F	68.8°F	67.0°F
May 5	65.7°F	69.1°F	67.1°F
May 6	68.4°F	70.3°F	67.8°F
May 7	68.3°F	68.0°F	67.7°F
May 8	68.0°F	67.2°F	67.4°F
May 9	68.2°F	68.1°F	67.6°F
May 10	68.6°F	68.5°F	68.0°F
May 11	68.2°F	68.1°F	67.6°F
May 12	68.6°F	68.6°F	68.0°F
May 13	68.8°F	68.0°F	68.2°F
May 14	68.8°F	67.4°F	68.2°F

* actual - actual temperature values

** forecast - projected values for the next week

Real-time coastal temperatures could deviate by several degrees from the provided readings. These deviations often become evident following intense rainfall or strong winds.

Our forecasting methodology leverages a mathematical model, that uses current water and weather conditions, historical records, wind intensity and direction.

Sea water temperature in Dakar by month

In Dakar, the months June through December offer comfortable swimming conditions, which amounts to 192 swimming days.

The warmest water in Dakar was recorded on September 25, 2023, reaching a 86.9°F. While the coldest temperature occurred on March 25, 2020, dipping to 59.3°F. The average readings by season are 70.2°F in Winter, 66.3°F in Spring, 79.5°F in Summer, and 82.2°F in Autumn.