Rufisque, Senegal experiences average highs of 30°C (86°F) and lows of 23°C (73°F) throughout the year. The climate is relatively dry, with only 3 rainy days per month on average. Sunshine is abundant, averaging about 11 hours per day. Average highs have cooled by 1.2°C (2.2°F) across the available records.
Rufisque, Senegal Weather & Climate 2026
Monthly climate averages for Rufisque, Senegal. Based on 10-year ERA5 reanalysis data.
Climate Overview
Drier season: Jan–Dec 
Wetter season: Jun–Oct At-a-Glance Climate Summary
Live Weather & Air Quality
Key figures
Climate Score
7.6/10
Best: January, February, March, April, December
UV Index
8
High
Temperature 30°C / 23°C
Feels Like 32°C / 23°C
Rainy Days 3
Rainfall 27 mm
Sunshine 11 h
Humidity 66%
Wind Speed 21 km/h
Dew Point 19°C
Hottest Month
32°C
November
Avg Low24°C
Rain0days
Coldest Month
20°C
March
Avg High29°C
Rain0days
Driest Month
0days
January
Avg High30°C
Avg Low20°C
Windiest Month
26 km/h
April (Gusts 41)
Sea Temperature
17°C – 30°C
Warmest water: October (
29.6°C
)
Worst Time to Visit
Consider avoiding August, September, October due to extreme heat, oppressive humidity.
Sun Position
Sunrise 06:41
Daylight 13h
Sunset 19:41
Live conditions—
Rufisque on the map · live conditions
Rufisque, Senegal
- Continent
- Africa
- Country
- Senegal
- City
- Rufisque
- Population
- 295.5K
- Coordinates
- 14.72°, -17.27°
Seasonal Breakdown
Spring
Mar–May
Avg High 29°C
Avg Low 20°C
Rain 0 days/mo
2/3 best months
Summer
Jun–Aug
Avg High 30°C
Avg Low 25°C
Rain 6 days/mo
Autumn
Sep–Nov
Avg High 31°C
Avg Low 25°C
Rain 5 days/mo
Winter
Dec–Feb
Avg High 30°C
Avg Low 20°C
Rain 0 days/mo
3/3 best months
Climate Charts
Based on historical averages (2016–2025)
Monthly Temperatures
HighLowShaded bands show the typical range across the available yearly records.
Line chart showing monthly temperatures. Jan: 30°C / 20°C . Feb: 30°C / 20°C . Mar: 29°C / 20°C . Apr: 29°C / 20°C . May: 29°C / 21°C . Jun: 29°C / 23°C . Jul: 30°C / 25°C . Aug: 30°C / 26°C . Sep: 30°C / 26°C . Oct: 32°C / 26°C . Nov: 32°C / 24°C . Dec: 31°C / 21°C .
Monthly Rainfall
Rainfall
Bar chart showing monthly rainfall. Jan: 0 mm. Feb: 0 mm. Mar: 0 mm. Apr: 0 mm. May: 0 mm. Jun: 3 mm. Jul: 32 mm. Aug: 149 mm. Sep: 121 mm. Oct: 18 mm. Nov: 1 mm. Dec: 1 mm.
Monthly Humidity
Humidity
Line chart showing monthly humidity. Jan: 43%. Feb: 47%. Mar: 59%. Apr: 64%. May: 72%. Jun: 77%. Jul: 77%. Aug: 81%. Sep: 83%. Oct: 78%. Nov: 62%. Dec: 49%.
Monthly Wind Speed
Wind SpeedGusts
Bar chart showing monthly wind speed. Jan: 22 km/h . Feb: 25 km/h . Mar: 25 km/h . Apr: 26 km/h . May: 23 km/h . Jun: 19 km/h . Jul: 19 km/h . Aug: 19 km/h . Sep: 17 km/h . Oct: 17 km/h . Nov: 20 km/h . Dec: 22 km/h .
Sunshine
Sunshine
Sunshine: Jan: 10h. Feb: 11h. Mar: 11h. Apr: 12h. May: 12h. Jun: 12h. Jul: 11h. Aug: 10h. Sep: 10h. Oct: 11h. Nov: 10h. Dec: 10h.
Sea Temperature
Sea Temperatureswim
Line chart showing monthly sea temperature. Jan: 22°C . Feb: 19°C . Mar: 17°C . Apr: 18°C . May: 21°C . Jun: 26°C . Jul: 28°C . Aug: 29°C . Sep: 29°C . Oct: 30°C . Nov: 28°C . Dec: 24°C .
UV Index
UV Index
Bar chart showing monthly UV index. Jan: UV 7. Feb: UV 8. Mar: UV 9. Apr: UV 9. May: UV 9. Jun: UV 8. Jul: UV 8. Aug: UV 8. Sep: UV 8. Oct: UV 7. Nov: UV 7. Dec: UV 6.
Monthly Daylight Hours
Daylight12h reference
Monthly Dew Point & Comfort
Dew Point Dry Comfortable Humid Muggy
Climate Trends
Average highs have cooled by 1.2°C (2.2°F) across the available records. Average rainfall is trending drier by about 8 mm.
2016 to 2025
Avg high Avg rainfall
Climate summary
| Last 12 months | All years | |
|---|---|---|
| Hottest month | Oct 2025 · 32°C | Nov · 32°C |
| Coldest month | Feb 2025 · 18°C | Mar · 20°C |
| Wettest month | Aug 2025 · 147 mm | Aug · 149 mm |
| Windiest month | Mar 2025 · 27 km/h | Apr · 26 km/h |
Month-by-Month Weather Table
January best
Excellent 
February best
Excellent March best
Excellent April best
Excellent May
Excellent June
Good July
Fair August
Poor September
Poor October
Fair November
Excellent December best
Excellent | Month | Temp | Feels Like | Rain | Sun | Humidity | UV | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January best | 30°C / 20°C | 28°C / 17°C | 0days (0 mm) Excellent | 10.2h Excellent | 43% Moderate | 6.7 High | Excellent | View Details |
| February best | 30°C / 20°C | 28°C / 17°C | 0days (0 mm) Excellent | 10.6h Excellent | 47% Moderate | 7.7 Very High | Excellent | View Details |
| March best | 29°C / 20°C | 28°C / 18°C | 0days (0 mm) Excellent | 11h Excellent | 59% Moderate | 8.6 Very High | Excellent | View Details |
| April best | 29°C / 20°C | 29°C / 19°C | 0days (0 mm) Excellent | 11.7h Excellent | 64% Muggy | 8.9 Very High | Excellent | View Details |
| May | 29°C / 21°C | 30°C / 22°C | 0days (0 mm) Excellent | 11.8h Excellent | 72% Muggy | 8.6 Very High | Excellent | View Details |
| June | 29°C / 23°C | 33°C / 26°C | 1days (3 mm) Excellent | 11.7h Excellent | 77% Humid | 8.4 Very High | Good | View Details |
| July | 30°C / 25°C | 34°C / 28°C | 5days (32 mm) Good | 10.9h Excellent | 77% Humid | 8.1 Very High | Fair | View Details |
| August | 30°C / 26°C | 35°C / 30°C | 13days (149 mm) Wet | 9.9h Good | 81% Humid | 7.7 Very High | Poor | View Details |
| September | 30°C / 26°C | 36°C / 30°C | 12days (121 mm) Wet | 9.9h Good | 83% Humid | 7.8 Very High | Poor | View Details |
| October | 32°C / 26°C | 37°C / 30°C | 2days (18 mm) Excellent | 10.6h Excellent | 78% Humid | 7.4 Very High | Fair | View Details |
| November | 32°C / 24°C | 33°C / 25°C | 0days (1 mm) Excellent | 10h Excellent | 62% Muggy | 6.7 High | Excellent | View Details |
| December best | 31°C / 21°C | 29°C / 19°C | 0days (1 mm) Excellent | 9.7h Good | 49% Moderate | 6.1 High | Excellent | View Details |
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Frequently Asked Questions
The best months to visit Rufisque are January, February, March, April, December, when temperatures are comfortable and rainfall is at its lowest. This is based on 10-year climate averages for Rufisque, scoring temperature, rainfall, humidity, and sunshine hours.
The hottest month in Rufisque is November, with average daytime highs of 32°C (90°F). Plan outdoor activities for early morning or late afternoon if visiting during this period.
The coldest month in Rufisque is March, with average overnight lows of 20°C (67°F). Pack warm layers and expect shorter daylight hours during this period.
The wettest month in Rufisque is August, averaging 149mm of precipitation across 13 rainy days. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is essential.
The rainy season in Rufisque runs through August, September, with the heaviest rainfall in August. Based on 10-year averages for Rufisque.
Rufisque receives approximately 128 sunshine hours per year. The sunniest month is May with around 12 hours. Based on climate data for Rufisque.
The least favorable months to visit Rufisque are August, September, October, primarily due to extreme heat, oppressive humidity. For the best conditions, consider January, February, March, April, December instead.
The annual average UV index in Rufisque is 8, classified as high. SPF 30+ sunscreen, sunglasses, and seeking shade between 10:00–16:00 are strongly recommended.
Average humidity in Rufisque is 66%, classified as moderate. Humidity levels are generally comfortable and should not affect outdoor activities for most people.
Yes — sea temperatures in June, July, August, September, October, November, December average 28°C (82°F), which is warm and comfortable for swimming and water activities.
Average wind speeds in Rufisque are 21 km/h (13 mph). The windiest month is April with peak winds reaching 26 km/h (16 mph) (gusts up to 41 km/h / 26 mph).
Rufisque averages 9 clear-sky days per month with overall cloud cover around 46%. The clearest skies occur in April.
The annual average dew point in Rufisque is 19°C (66°F), which feels noticeably humid. Summer months may feel slightly sticky, but conditions remain manageable for most people.
Rufisque has a Hot Desert climate, classified as BWh under the Köppen system. Arid climates have very low rainfall relative to temperature, with large swings between daytime heat and cool nights.
The 'feels like' temperature in Rufisque ranges from 23°C (73°F) to 32°C (90°F) on average. The 'feels like' temperature closely matches the actual temperature throughout most of the year.
Yes, June is a great time to visit Rufisque. It earns a climate score of 7.7/10 with Good.
For June in Rufisque, pack Breathable clothing, Sunscreen (SPF 30+), Sun hat, Sunglasses, Sandals. With average highs of 29°C (85°F) and 1 rainy days, these essentials will keep you comfortable.
Data Source
Climate data derived from ERA5 reanalysis (ECMWF), averaged over 2016–2025. Sea surface temperature from marine reanalysis data. Climate scores and seasonal estimates are computed by WorldStats.
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