January weather forecast
Senegal

January in Senegal falls within the dry season, providing mild and comfortable weather conditions. Temperatures generally range from 18°C (64.4°F) during the early mornings and late evenings, to 25°C (77°F) in the daytime. Dakar, the capital and largest city, often experiences similar conditions, making it a pleasant time for sightseeing and exploring the city's historical sites.

Compared to December, January sees a slight decrease in temperatures, with marginally cooler nights. Rainfall is practically non-existent in January, with the nation's average precipitation near zero. This is starkly different from the upcoming months, such as July, which is the rainiest month in Senegal.

In terms of extreme values, January doesn't hold any record as the hottest, coldest, or rainiest month. However, its consistently warm and dry conditions make it one of the more predictable and comfortable periods to experience the country.

The coastal city of Saint-Louis, known for its French colonial architecture and vibrant music scene, also enjoys similar weather conditions in January. The relatively cool and dry weather is ideal for outdoor music festivals and cultural events that the city is famous for.

In the Casamance region to the south, the weather is slightly warmer in January, with temperatures oscillating between 20°C (68°F) and 30°C (86°F). However, it remains a good time to visit this region known for its lush landscapes and vibrant cultures. Despite the higher temperatures, the absence of rainfall and lower humidity levels make for a comfortable visit.

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• Dakar - January »
  The months with the lowest humidity in Dakar, Senegal, are January and December, with an average relative humidity of 59%. January through March and December are months without rainfall in Dakar.
• Touba - January »
  In Touba, January is the month with the lowest recorded average temperatures, measuring a high of 32.8°C (91°F) and a low of 18.2°C (64.8°F). January is the least humid month in Touba with an average relative humidity of 22%.
• Thies - January »
  The least humid month in Thies is January, with an average relative humidity of 29%. Bright sunny days characterize the month of January in Thies, Senegal.
• Ziguinchor - January »
  Known for its dry conditions, January in Ziguinchor brings ideal weather for outdoor activities. A minor adjustment in Ziguinchor's average high-temperature is noted with the start of January, touching a still hot 33°C (91.4°F) from December's 32°C (89.6°F).
• Rufisque - January »
  With an average relative humidity of 45%, January is the least humid month in Rufisque, Senegal. With an average relative humidity of 45%, January is the least humid month in Rufisque.
• Louga - January »
  January is the coldest month of the year in Louga, registering average temperatures as high as 32.8°C (91°F) and as low as 18.2°C (64.8°F). The least humid month in Louga is January, with an average relative humidity of 22%.
• Tambacounda - January »
  The months with the lowest humidity in Tambacounda are January and February, with an average relative humidity of 14%. January, February and December are months without rainfall in Tambacounda, Senegal.
• Kolda - January »
  January is the least humid month in Kolda, with an average relative humidity of 17%. January is the least humid month in Kolda, with an average relative humidity of 17%.
• Diourbel - January »
  January, February and December are months without rainfall in Diourbel, Senegal. January is the least humid month in Diourbel, with an average relative humidity of 16%.
• Sedhiou - January »
  With an average relative humidity of 20%, January is the least humid month in Sedhiou, Senegal. As December turns into January in Sedhiou, the average high-temperatures rest at a still very hot 36.2°C (97.2°F), showing a minor variation from the prior month.
• Kedougou - January »
  On the first day of January in Kedougou sunrise is at 07:09 and sunset at 18:34. The months with the lowest humidity in Kedougou are January and February, with an average relative humidity of 16%.