Thiès, Senegal experiences average highs of 33°C (91°F) and lows of 21°C (70°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 1.0°C (1.8°F) across the available records.
Thiès, Senegal Weather & Climate 2026
Monthly climate averages for Thiès, 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
7.4/10
Best: January, February, March, April, December
UV Index
8
High
Temperature 33°C / 21°C
Feels Like 34°C / 22°C
Rainy Days 3
Rainfall 31 mm
Sunshine 11 h
Humidity 59%
Wind Speed 18 km/h
Dew Point 18°C
Hottest Month
34°C
November
Avg Low22°C
Rain0days
Coldest Month
18°C
January
Avg High33°C
Rain0days
Driest Month
0days
January
Avg High33°C
Avg Low18°C
Windiest Month
23 km/h
April (Gusts 43)
Sea Temperature
20°C – 30°C
Warmest water: October (
30.2°C
)
Worst Time to Visit
Consider avoiding August, September due to extreme heat, frequent rain, oppressive humidity.
Sun Position
Sunrise 06:40
Daylight 13h
Sunset 19:39
Live conditions—
Thiès on the map · live conditions
Thiès, Senegal
- Continent
- Africa
- Country
- Senegal
- City
- Thiès
- Population
- 317.8K
- Coordinates
- 14.79°, -16.93°
Seasonal Breakdown
Spring
Mar–May
Avg High 34°C
Avg Low 19°C
Rain 0 days/mo
2/3 best months
Summer
Jun–Aug
Avg High 32°C
Avg Low 23°C
Rain 7 days/mo
Autumn
Sep–Nov
Avg High 33°C
Avg Low 23°C
Rain 5 days/mo
Winter
Dec–Feb
Avg High 33°C
Avg Low 18°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: 33°C / 18°C . Feb: 33°C / 18°C . Mar: 33°C / 19°C . Apr: 34°C / 19°C . May: 34°C / 20°C . Jun: 33°C / 22°C . Jul: 32°C / 24°C . Aug: 31°C / 24°C . Sep: 31°C / 24°C . Oct: 34°C / 24°C . Nov: 34°C / 22°C . Dec: 33°C / 19°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: 5 mm. Jul: 46 mm. Aug: 158 mm. Sep: 139 mm. Oct: 21 mm. Nov: 1 mm. Dec: 1 mm.
Monthly Humidity
Humidity
Line chart showing monthly humidity. Jan: 34%. Feb: 37%. Mar: 49%. Apr: 54%. May: 61%. Jun: 69%. Jul: 74%. Aug: 80%. Sep: 83%. Oct: 74%. Nov: 54%. Dec: 40%.
Monthly Wind Speed
Wind SpeedGusts
Bar chart showing monthly wind speed. Jan: 19 km/h . Feb: 22 km/h . Mar: 22 km/h . Apr: 23 km/h . May: 20 km/h . Jun: 17 km/h . Jul: 17 km/h . Aug: 16 km/h . Sep: 15 km/h . Oct: 15 km/h . Nov: 17 km/h . Dec: 19 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: 20°C . Mar: 20°C . Apr: 20°C . May: 23°C . Jun: 27°C . Jul: 29°C . Aug: 30°C . Sep: 30°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 9. 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 1.0°C (1.8°F) across the available records. Average rainfall is trending drier by about 10 mm.
2016 to 2025
Avg high Avg rainfall
Climate summary
| Last 12 months | All years | |
|---|---|---|
| Hottest month | May 2025 · 34°C | Nov · 34°C |
| Coldest month | Jan 2025 · 17°C | Jan · 18°C |
| Wettest month | Aug 2025 · 147 mm | Aug · 158 mm |
| Windiest month | Mar 2025 · 24 km/h | Apr · 23 km/h |
Month-by-Month Weather Table
January best
Excellent 
February best
Excellent March best
Excellent April best
Excellent May
Good June
Fair July
Fair August
Poor September
Poor October
Fair November
Good December best
Excellent | Month | Temp | Feels Like | Rain | Sun | Humidity | UV | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January best | 33°C / 18°C | 30°C / 15°C | 0days (0 mm) Excellent | 10.1h Excellent | 34% Comfortable | 6.8 High | Excellent | View Details |
| February best | 33°C / 18°C | 30°C / 15°C | 0days (0 mm) Excellent | 10.6h Excellent | 37% Comfortable | 7.6 Very High | Excellent | View Details |
| March best | 33°C / 19°C | 32°C / 17°C | 0days (0 mm) Excellent | 11h Excellent | 49% Moderate | 8.6 Very High | Excellent | View Details |
| April best | 34°C / 19°C | 33°C / 18°C | 0days (0 mm) Excellent | 11.7h Excellent | 54% Moderate | 9 Very High | Excellent | View Details |
| May | 34°C / 20°C | 34°C / 21°C | 0days (0 mm) Excellent | 11.8h Excellent | 61% Muggy | 8.7 Very High | Good | View Details |
| June | 33°C / 22°C | 36°C / 25°C | 1days (5 mm) Excellent | 11.7h Excellent | 69% Muggy | 8.5 Very High | Fair | View Details |
| July | 32°C / 24°C | 36°C / 28°C | 7days (46 mm) Good | 10.9h Excellent | 74% Muggy | 8.1 Very High | Fair | View Details |
| August | 31°C / 24°C | 36°C / 29°C | 14days (158 mm) Wet | 9.7h Good | 80% Humid | 7.6 Very High | Poor | View Details |
| September | 31°C / 24°C | 37°C / 29°C | 13days (139 mm) Wet | 9.8h Good | 83% Humid | 7.7 Very High | Poor | View Details |
| October | 34°C / 24°C | 38°C / 28°C | 3days (21 mm) Excellent | 10.5h Excellent | 74% Muggy | 7.4 Very High | Fair | View Details |
| November | 34°C / 22°C | 34°C / 22°C | 0days (1 mm) Excellent | 10h Excellent | 54% Moderate | 6.7 High | Good | View Details |
| December best | 33°C / 19°C | 30°C / 16°C | 0days (1 mm) Excellent | 9.7h Good | 40% Comfortable | 6.1 High | Excellent | View Details |
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Frequently Asked Questions
The best months to visit Thiès 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 Thiès, scoring temperature, rainfall, humidity, and sunshine hours.
The hottest month in Thiès is November, with average daytime highs of 34°C (94°F). Plan outdoor activities for early morning or late afternoon if visiting during this period.
The coldest month in Thiès is January, with average overnight lows of 18°C (64°F). Pack warm layers and expect shorter daylight hours during this period.
The wettest month in Thiès is August, averaging 158mm of precipitation across 14 rainy days. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is essential.
The rainy season in Thiès runs through August, September, with the heaviest rainfall in August. Based on 10-year averages for Thiès.
Thiès receives approximately 128 sunshine hours per year. The sunniest month is May with around 12 hours. Based on climate data for Thiès.
The least favorable months to visit Thiès are August, September, primarily due to extreme heat, frequent rain, oppressive humidity. For the best conditions, consider January, February, March, April, December instead.
The annual average UV index in Thiès is 8, classified as high. SPF 30+ sunscreen, sunglasses, and seeking shade between 10:00–16:00 are strongly recommended.
Average humidity in Thiès is 59%, classified as moderate. Humidity levels are generally comfortable and should not affect outdoor activities for most people.
Yes — sea temperatures in January, May, June, July, August, September, October, November, December average 27°C (81°F), which is warm and comfortable for swimming and water activities.
Average wind speeds in Thiès are 18 km/h (11 mph). The windiest month is April with peak winds reaching 23 km/h (14 mph) (gusts up to 43 km/h / 27 mph).
Thiès 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 Thiès is 18°C (64°F), which feels noticeably humid. Summer months may feel slightly sticky, but conditions remain manageable for most people.
Thiès 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 Thiès ranges from 22°C (72°F) to 34°C (93°F) on average. The 'feels like' temperature closely matches the actual temperature throughout most of the year.
June is not the best time to visit Thiès, with a climate score of 6.3/10. Consider visiting during January, February, March, April, December instead for better conditions.
For June in Thiès, pack Breathable clothing, Sunscreen (SPF 30+), Sun hat, Sunglasses, Sandals. With average highs of 33°C (92°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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