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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.
Sea temperature in Dakar now

84.9

°F

October 13, 22:44

Trend:

stable

Yesterday:

84.1°F

Tomorrow:

84.7°F

Sunrise:

07:01

Sunset:

18:51

Day Length:

11 h. 50 min.

Dakar in October

Minimum:

66.4°F

Average:

70.9°F

Maximum:

74.8°F

Sea water temperature in Dakar today

As of now, in Dakar, the water temperature is 84.9°F. Swimming in water of this temperature is considered highly warm and would be enjoyable for everyone. At this temperature, you can comfortably engage in water-based activities for extended periods without experiencing discomfort. Today's reading is 1.0°F higher than the average recorded on this particular day in recent years. Since yesterday, there was a slight increase in temperature. This indicates a warming trend over the past day. According to the forecast, we expect the temperature to fall a bit.

Recent sea temperature and forecast

The water temperature today is above average for the last two weeks, showing a small increase in temperature. It is also close to the historical maximum temperature for this date. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 85.5°F on 2023, while the historical minimum was 82.4°F on 2018.

Over the past two weeks, the water temperature has closely aligned with historical averages for those days. The forecast for the upcoming week shows a gradual cooling trend. The average temperature is expected to be 84.3°F, the minimum temperature may reach 84.1°F, and the maximum might stay at 84.7°F.

Daily water temperature in Dakar

Date Current Year

actual* / forecast**

last year 10 years average
Sep 29 84.6°F 84.9°F 83.6°F
Sep 30 83.2°F 83.7°F 83.4°F
Oct 1 84.2°F 84.5°F 83.8°F
Oct 2 84.3°F 85.3°F 83.9°F
Oct 3 83.8°F 85.0°F 83.7°F
Oct 4 84.4°F 84.9°F 83.9°F
Oct 5 83.6°F 84.5°F 83.6°F
Oct 6 83.6°F 85.0°F 83.6°F
Oct 7 84.9°F 86.3°F 84.0°F
Oct 8 84.5°F 86.3°F 83.9°F
Oct 9 83.9°F 85.7°F 83.9°F
Oct 10 84.0°F 85.7°F 84.0°F
Oct 11 84.1°F 85.8°F 83.8°F
Oct 12 84.1°F 85.4°F 83.7°F
Oct 13 84.9°F 84.8°F 83.9°F
Oct 14 84.7°F 84.5°F 83.6°F
Oct 15 84.3°F 84.7°F 83.3°F
Oct 16 84.2°F 84.6°F 83.2°F
Oct 17 84.4°F 84.9°F 83.4°F
Oct 18 84.2°F 84.2°F 83.2°F
Oct 19 84.1°F 84.0°F 83.0°F
Oct 20 84.2°F 84.2°F 83.2°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 194 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, 79.6°F in Summer, and 82.3°F in Autumn.