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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

67.1

°F

February 9, 04:28

Trend:

stable

Yesterday:

66.3°F

Tomorrow:

66.9°F

Sunrise:

07:36

Sunset:

19:12

Day Length:

11 h. 36 min.

Dakar in February

Minimum:

67.0°F

Average:

71.9°F

Maximum:

75.4°F

Sea water temperature in Dakar today

As of now, in Dakar, the water temperature is 67.1°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 lower 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

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 73.2°F on 2016, while the historical minimum was 62.3°F on 2018.

Over the last two weeks, the water temperature has stayed slightly lower than historical averages for those days. The forecast for the upcoming week shows a gradual cooling trend. The average temperature is expected to be 66.6°F, the minimum temperature may reach 65.9°F, and the maximum might stay at 67.0°F.

Daily water temperature in Dakar

Date Current Year

actual* / forecast**

last year 10 years average
Jan 26 66.0°F 65.5°F 68.3°F
Jan 27 65.6°F 64.5°F 68.2°F
Jan 28 65.6°F 64.7°F 68.0°F
Jan 29 65.6°F 64.9°F 67.6°F
Jan 30 65.7°F 64.4°F 67.4°F
Jan 31 66.7°F 64.1°F 67.7°F
Feb 1 65.6°F 63.7°F 67.5°F
Feb 2 66.0°F 63.3°F 67.4°F
Feb 3 65.5°F 63.4°F 67.3°F
Feb 4 65.7°F 62.4°F 67.4°F
Feb 5 65.9°F 61.1°F 67.3°F
Feb 6 65.7°F 62.5°F 67.1°F
Feb 7 66.0°F 62.8°F 67.2°F
Feb 8 66.3°F 62.6°F 66.8°F
Feb 9 67.1°F 64.8°F 67.7°F
Feb 10 66.9°F 64.3°F 67.5°F
Feb 11 66.9°F 62.8°F 67.5°F
Feb 12 67.0°F 64.1°F 67.5°F
Feb 13 66.8°F 64.2°F 67.4°F
Feb 14 66.7°F 64.3°F 67.2°F
Feb 15 66.1°F 64.0°F 66.7°F
Feb 16 65.9°F 63.7°F 66.5°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, 66.4°F in Spring, 79.5°F in Summer, and 82.2°F in Autumn.