May weather forecastGrand Dakar, Senegal
May weather for Grand Dakar, Senegal: In Grand Dakar, in May, the average water temperature is 22.8°C (73°F). In Grand Dakar, in May, the average water temperature is 22.8°C (73°F).
May
Weather in May
The month with the most significant increase in sea temperature is here with a climb to 22.8°C (73°F). Grand Dakar leaves behind the cooler weather of preceding months for a faster pace towards summer. The rate of temperature transition signals the approach of the hottest period of the year. Increased daylight hours and a moderately hot sea hint at May's characteristic weather, reflecting the city's transition from spring to summer.Sea temperature
In Grand Dakar, in May, the average water temperature is 22.8°C (73°F).Note: For those with a heightened sensitivity to cold, sunshine, wind, and outside temperature make a big difference in enjoying a swim at 22.8°C (73°F). (Olympic swimming regulations state a water temperature of 25°C (77°F) to 28°C (82.4°F).)
Daylight
In May, the average length of the day in Grand Dakar is 12h and 49min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:46 and sunset at 19:26. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 06:39 and sunset at 19:35 GMT.
Updated: Jan 26, 2024
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Frequently asked questions
In Grand Dakar, in May, the average water temperature is 22.8°C (73°F). Depending on a person's sensitivity to cold, with regards to sunshine, wind, and air temperature, a quick swim in 22.8°C (73°F) water may be enjoyable.
The average day length in May in Grand Dakar is 12h and 49min.
In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:46 and sunset at 19:26. On the last day of the month, in Grand Dakar, sunrise is at 06:39 and sunset at 19:35 GMT.
Average sea temperature in May
Grand Dakar, Senegal
- Average sea temperature in May: 22.8°C
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is September (28.7°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (19.9°C).
Average daylight in May
Grand Dakar, Senegal
- Average daylight in May: 12h and 48min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 13h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 18min).





