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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

83.7

°F

November 11, 01:30

Trend:

decreasing

Yesterday:

83.8°F

Tomorrow:

83.3°F

Sunrise:

07:09

Sunset:

18:39

Day Length:

11 h. 30 min.

Dakar in November

Minimum:

64.3°F

Average:

70.2°F

Maximum:

74.2°F

Sea water temperature in Dakar today

As of now, in Dakar, the water temperature is 83.7°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 2.5°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 is also close to the historical maximum temperature for this date. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 85.2°F on 2025, while the historical minimum was 75.7°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 82.7°F, the minimum temperature may reach 82.3°F, and the maximum might stay at 83.3°F.

Daily water temperature in Dakar

Date Current Year

actual* / forecast**

last year 10 years average
Oct 28 81.8°F 85.2°F 82.5°F
Oct 29 81.2°F 85.2°F 82.0°F
Oct 30 81.8°F 85.9°F 82.1°F
Oct 31 82.1°F 85.8°F 81.7°F
Nov 1 83.0°F 85.3°F 81.6°F
Nov 2 82.7°F 85.3°F 81.6°F
Nov 3 82.6°F 85.4°F 81.8°F
Nov 4 82.6°F 85.6°F 82.0°F
Nov 5 83.0°F 85.3°F 82.2°F
Nov 6 83.2°F 86.3°F 82.4°F
Nov 7 82.0°F 86.5°F 82.4°F
Nov 8 83.4°F 85.9°F 82.2°F
Nov 9 83.6°F 85.6°F 82.1°F
Nov 10 83.8°F 85.2°F 81.3°F
Nov 11 83.7°F 85.2°F 81.2°F
Nov 12 83.3°F 84.5°F 80.8°F
Nov 13 82.8°F 83.9°F 80.3°F
Nov 14 82.6°F 83.5°F 80.1°F
Nov 15 82.7°F 83.2°F 80.2°F
Nov 16 82.5°F 81.5°F 80.0°F
Nov 17 82.3°F 81.3°F 79.8°F
Nov 18 82.7°F 82.3°F 80.2°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.