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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

84.1

°F

August 27, 08:40

Trend:

decreasing

Yesterday:

85.9°F

Tomorrow:

84.1°F

Sunrise:

06:57

Sunset:

19:25

Day Length:

12 h. 28 min.

Dakar in September

Minimum:

66.3°F

Average:

71.1°F

Maximum:

75.4°F

Sea water temperature in Dakar today

As of now, in Dakar, the water temperature is 84.1°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 1.4°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 stay about the same.

Recent sea temperature and forecast

Today's water temperature is slightly lower than the average registered over the last two weeks, indicating a slight cooling trend. It is also close to the historical maximum temperature for this date. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 84.7°F on 2023, while the historical minimum was 81.1°F on 2018.

Observations from the last two weeks indicate that the water temperature was in proximity to the highest values recorded on those days in the past. The forecast for the upcoming week suggests a gradual increase. The average temperature is expected to rise up to 84.5°F, with minimum temperature starting at 84.1°F, while the maximum might reach 84.7°F.

Daily water temperature in Dakar

Date Current Year

actual* / forecast**

last year 10 years average
Aug 13 86.4°F 82.4°F 82.8°F
Aug 14 84.7°F 83.6°F 82.7°F
Aug 15 86.0°F 83.6°F 82.9°F
Aug 16 85.3°F 83.1°F 82.9°F
Aug 17 84.0°F 83.1°F 82.7°F
Aug 18 84.5°F 82.8°F 82.7°F
Aug 19 85.4°F 82.5°F 82.5°F
Aug 20 84.3°F 81.3°F 82.2°F
Aug 21 83.4°F 83.1°F 82.5°F
Aug 22 84.4°F 83.0°F 82.6°F
Aug 23 85.4°F 83.2°F 82.7°F
Aug 24 84.6°F 83.7°F 82.8°F
Aug 25 85.3°F 82.9°F 83.1°F
Aug 26 85.9°F 82.9°F 83.0°F
Aug 27 84.1°F 82.0°F 82.7°F
Aug 28 84.1°F 82.3°F 82.7°F
Aug 29 84.7°F 82.6°F 83.2°F
Aug 30 84.5°F 83.6°F 83.1°F
Aug 31 84.7°F 84.1°F 83.3°F
Sep 1 84.6°F 83.5°F 83.2°F
Sep 2 84.4°F 83.9°F 83.0°F
Sep 3 84.5°F 83.6°F 83.1°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 82.2°F in Autumn.