Dakar · SummerMonth summary
Dakar weather in June
✅ Excellent
🌡️ Temperature min / max
73°F – 82°F
🌧 Rainy days
4% of days
☀️ Sunshine
11.5h per day on average
🌊 🌊 Season
Summer
⭐ ⭐ Weather score
9.4/10
📅 📅 Best month
June (9.4/10)
Quick decision
Should you visit Dakar in June?
✅ Excellent
✅ Yes if: you want to combine beach, sightseeing and hiking — versatile weather (28°F, little rain).
❌ No if: you want to avoid tourist crowds — this is the busiest period.
Our take: June in Dakar is phenomenal for sun-worshippers who crave warm weather without monsoon chaos. You'll enjoy blazing sunshine (11.5 hours daily), minimal rain, and that perfect 26°C ocean—ideal for beach lovers seeking comfort over intense heat. Pack light layers for occasional breeze.
By trip type
Dakar in June by trip type
- 🏙️ 🏙️ City break / culture : ✅ Good
- 🚶 🚶 Outdoor activities : ✅ Good
- 🏖️ Beach / swimming : ✅ Good
- 💰 💰 Budget : 💸 Peak season
Local context
What to expect in June
Summer in Dakar brings pleasant temperatures (28°F) and long sunny days (11.5h of sunshine). Rain is virtually absent (4% of days) — ideal for planning without a backup. This is one of the best times of year to visit Dakar.
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Month-by-month comparison
| Month | Min °F | Max °F | Rain % | Precip in | Sun h/d | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ☀️ January | 68°F | 81°F | 1% | 0.0in | 10.7h | 9.2/10 |
| ☀️ February | 66°F | 79°F | 0% | 0.0in | 11.0h | 9.1/10 |
| 🌤️ March | 66°F | 75°F | 0% | 0.0in | 11.0h | 8.8/10 |
| 🌤️ April | 68°F | 75°F | 0% | 0.0in | 11.8h | 8.9/10 |
| ☀️ May | 70°F | 77°F | 0% | 0.0in | 11.7h | 9.1/10 |
| ☀️ June | 73°F | 82°F | 4% | 0.0in | 11.5h | 9.4/10 |
| ☀️ July | 77°F | 84°F | 22% | 0.0in | 11.0h | 8.5/10 |
| 🌤️ August | 79°F | 84°F | 49% | 0.2in | 10.6h | 7.6/10 |
| 🌤️ September | 79°F | 84°F | 41% | 0.1in | 11.0h | 7.8/10 |
| ☀️ October | 79°F | 88°F | 9% | 0.0in | 10.7h | 8.3/10 |
| ☀️ November | 77°F | 86°F | 1% | 0.0in | 10.3h | 8.7/10 |
| ☀️ December | 72°F | 82°F | 2% | 0.0in | 10.1h | 9.2/10 |
Ideal
Fair
Challenging climate
◀ Current month · Source Open-Meteo · 10 years
📊 Data source
Data based on 10 years of ERA5 records via Open-Meteo, with ECMWF seasonal adjustment. In June, Dakar averages 82°F, 4% rainy days and 11.5h of sunshine per day. Overall weather score: 9.4/10.
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Comparison
June vs June (best month)
The best month is June (score 9.4/10). Difference:
- 🌡️ Max temperature : +0°F
- 🌧 Rainy days : +0%
- ☀️ Sunshine : +0.0h/day
FAQ
FAQ — Dakar in June
Is June a good time to visit Dakar?
June is an excellent time to visit Dakar (score 9.4/10). With 82°F, 11.5h of sunshine and 4% rain, conditions are very favourable.
What to do in Dakar in June?
With 82°F and 11.5h of sunshine, all outdoor activities are possible: hiking, sightseeing and terraces.
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