Weather forecast for today
Dakar, Gabon

Weather forecast for today

Friday, 02. May

PM Thunderstorms
06:13

18:20
WAT
PM Thunderstorms
33°C / 24°C
  • Wind: 10km/h S
  • Humidity: 81%
  • Precip. probability: 65%
  • Precipitation: 8mm
  • UV index: 11
Today, in Dakar, rumbling thunderstorms could affect the area later in the afternoon.
With a high probability, light precipitation is expected. The temperature is predicted to oscillate between a maximum of a hot 33°C and a minimum of a warm 24°C.
The maximum heat index, which modifies the air temperature to account for humidity, is calculated to be a searing 49°C. Take into consideration that the heat index values are calculated for shade and light wind conditions. Bear in mind that direct sunshine exposure increases weather impact and may raise the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
This forecasted maximum temperature is expected to mirror May's typical high of 31.4°C.
Sunrise will be at 06:13 and sunset at 18:20; the daylight will last for 12h and 7min.

Current condition

Cloudy
05:27 WAT
Cloudy
  • 24°C
  • Feels like: 24°C
  • Wind: 3km/h ESE
  • Humidity: 99%
  • Dewpoint: 24°C
  • Pressure: 1010.16mbar
  • Precipitation: 0mm
  • Visibility: 3.38km
  • UV index: 0
In Dakar, at the moment, the horizon is coated in dense cloud cover, keeping the day gray.
The temperature is a warm 24°C. The present temperature is at its lowest of the day.

Weather radar - Dakar, Gabon

Doppler radar displays precipitation for the past 2h and forecasts the next 30min

Frequently asked questions

What is the current temperature?
At 05:27 WAT, the temperature is 24°C.
What is the weather forecast for Dakar for today?
Today, rumbles of thunder are possible along with moderate rain in the afternoon.
Will it rain today?
Light precipitation of 8mm is predicted. The likelihood of rainfall is 65%.
What will be the maximum temperature today?
Today, the highest temperature will be 33°C, while the lowest temperature will be 24°C. The maximum heat index, which modifies the air temperature to account for humidity, is calculated to be 49°C.
The highest temperature will be in line with the average maximum of 31.4°C in May. The lowest temperature will be also in line with the average low of 23.2°C.
When is the sunrise / sunset today?
On Friday, in Dakar, sunrise will be at 06:13 and sunset at 18:20 (WAT).
How many hours of daylight will Dakar have today?
In Dakar, Gabon, the length of the day today will be 12h and 7min.

Hourly weather forecast

6h
  • 24°C
  • Feels like:
    24°C
Cloudy
Cloudy
  • Wind: 3km/h E
  • Pressure: 1010mbar
  • Humidity: 100%
  • Precip. probability: 7%
  • Precipitation: 0mm
  • Visibility: 3km
Sunrise: 06:13
8h
  • 26°C
  • Feels like:
    30°C
Cloudy
Cloudy
  • Wind: 4km/h E
  • Pressure: 1011mbar
  • Humidity: 93%
  • Precip. probability: 9%
  • Precipitation: 0mm
  • Visibility: 7km
10h
  • 29°C
  • Feels like:
    35°C
Cloudy
Cloudy
  • Wind: 6km/h SSE
  • Pressure: 1012mbar
  • Humidity: 79%
  • Precip. probability: 9%
  • Precipitation: 0mm
  • Visibility: 16km
12h
  • 32°C
  • Feels like:
    39°C
Scattered Thunderstorms
Scattered Thunderstorms
  • Wind: 7km/h SW
  • Pressure: 1010mbar
  • Humidity: 68%
  • Precip. probability: 37%
  • Precipitation: 1mm
  • Visibility: 11km
14h
  • 32°C
  • Feels like:
    39°C
Mostly Cloudy
Mostly Cloudy
  • Wind: 9km/h WSW
  • Pressure: 1008mbar
  • Humidity: 65%
  • Precip. probability: 18%
  • Precipitation: 0mm
  • Visibility: 16km
16h
  • 31°C
  • Feels like:
    38°C
Scattered Thunderstorms
Scattered Thunderstorms
  • Wind: 10km/h WSW
  • Pressure: 1008mbar
  • Humidity: 74%
  • Precip. probability: 59%
  • Precipitation: 1mm
  • Visibility: 11km
18h
  • 28°C
  • Feels like:
    34°C
Thunderstorms
Thunderstorms
  • Wind: 8km/h SW
  • Pressure: 1008mbar
  • Humidity: 87%
  • Precip. probability: 62%
  • Precipitation: 2mm
  • Visibility: 10km
Sunset: 18:20
20h
  • 26°C
  • Feels like:
    31°C
Few Showers
Few Showers
  • Wind: 6km/h SW
  • Pressure: 1010mbar
  • Humidity: 94%
  • Precip. probability: 32%
  • Precipitation: 1mm
  • Visibility: 12km
22h
  • 26°C
  • Feels like:
    30°C
Showers
Showers
  • Wind: 5km/h SSW
  • Pressure: 1012mbar
  • Humidity: 96%
  • Precip. probability: 36%
  • Precipitation: 1mm
  • Visibility: 11km
Today, a combination of cloud-filled, stormy and damp weather is expected.
Rain is expected at 12h, and from 15h to 20h, 22h and at 23h. With light precipitation of 2mm, the most intense rain will be falling at 15h, 18h and 19h.
The temperature will vary between the lowest temperature of 24°C and the highest temperature of 32°C. The feels-like temperature will be between the highest temperature of 40°C and the lowest temperature of 24°C. The hottest part of the day will be from 12h to 15h.
The highest temperature will be similar to May's average maximum of 31.4°C. The lowest temperature is also resembling May's typical minimum of 23.2°C.
Updated: May 2, 2025 @ 04:27:20 UTC
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Dakar, Gabon

  • en: Dakar, Gabon
  • es: Dakar, Gabón
  • hr: Dakar, Gabon
  • sr: Dakar, Gabon
  • zh: Dakar, 加蓬
  • Latitude: -1.146180°
  • Longitude: 10.000412°
  • Elevation: 26 m
  • Current time: 05:27 WAT
  • Sunrise: 06:13 WAT
  • Sunset: 18:20 WAT
  • Timezone: Africa/Libreville
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