Ziguinchor, Senegal experiences average highs of 34°C (93°F) and lows of 23°C (73°F) throughout the year. Rainfall is moderate, averaging about 8 rainy days per month. Sunshine is abundant, averaging about 10 hours per day. Average highs have stayed broadly stable across the available records.
Ziguinchor, Senegal Weather & Climate 2026
Monthly climate averages for Ziguinchor, Senegal. Based on 10-year ERA5 reanalysis data.
Climate Overview
Drier season: Jan–Dec 
Wetter season: Jun–Nov At-a-Glance Climate Summary
Live Weather & Air Quality
Key figures
Climate Score
5/10
Best: January, February, December
UV Index
7
High
Temperature 34°C / 23°C
Feels Like 36°C / 25°C
Rainy Days 8
Rainfall 111 mm
Sunshine 10 h
Humidity 61%
Wind Speed 14 km/h
Dew Point 19°C
Hottest Month
38°C
April
Avg Low22°C
Rain0days
Coldest Month
19°C
January
Avg High34°C
Rain0days
Driest Month
0days
January
Avg High34°C
Avg Low19°C
Windiest Month
15 km/h
February (Gusts 34)
Worst Time to Visit
Consider avoiding July, August, September, October due to extreme heat, heavy rainfall, oppressive humidity.
Sun Position
Sunrise 06:41
Daylight 12.9h
Sunset 19:33
Live conditions—
Ziguinchor on the map · live conditions
Ziguinchor, Senegal
- Continent
- Africa
- Country
- Senegal
- City
- Ziguinchor
- Population
- 214.9K
- Coordinates
- 12.57°, -16.27°
Seasonal Breakdown
Spring
Mar–May
Avg High 37°C
Avg Low 22°C
Rain 0 days/mo
Summer
Jun–Aug
Avg High 31°C
Avg Low 24°C
Rain 18 days/mo
Autumn
Sep–Nov
Avg High 32°C
Avg Low 24°C
Rain 15 days/mo
Winter
Dec–Feb
Avg High 35°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: 34°C / 19°C . Feb: 36°C / 20°C . Mar: 37°C / 21°C . Apr: 38°C / 22°C . May: 37°C / 23°C . Jun: 34°C / 25°C . Jul: 30°C / 25°C . Aug: 29°C / 24°C . Sep: 30°C / 24°C . Oct: 32°C / 25°C . Nov: 34°C / 23°C . Dec: 34°C / 20°C .
Monthly Rainfall
Rainfall
Bar chart showing monthly rainfall. Jan: 0 mm. Feb: 0 mm. Mar: 0 mm. Apr: 0 mm. May: 3 mm. Jun: 49 mm. Jul: 330 mm. Aug: 444 mm. Sep: 359 mm. Oct: 133 mm. Nov: 13 mm. Dec: 0 mm.
Monthly Humidity
Humidity
Line chart showing monthly humidity. Jan: 36%. Feb: 34%. Mar: 42%. Apr: 48%. May: 57%. Jun: 69%. Jul: 83%. Aug: 86%. Sep: 86%. Oct: 83%. Nov: 65%. Dec: 43%.
Monthly Wind Speed
Wind SpeedGusts
Bar chart showing monthly wind speed. Jan: 15 km/h . Feb: 15 km/h . Mar: 15 km/h . Apr: 15 km/h . May: 15 km/h . Jun: 15 km/h . Jul: 14 km/h . Aug: 14 km/h . Sep: 12 km/h . Oct: 10 km/h . Nov: 11 km/h . Dec: 14 km/h .
Sunshine
Sunshine
Sunshine: Jan: 10h. Feb: 11h. Mar: 11h. Apr: 12h. May: 12h. Jun: 11h. Jul: 9h. Aug: 8h. Sep: 8h. Oct: 10h. Nov: 10h. Dec: 10h.
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 7. Aug: UV 7. Sep: UV 7. 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 stayed broadly stable across the available records. Average rainfall is trending wetter by about 19 mm.
2016 to 2025
Avg high Avg rainfall
Climate summary
| Last 12 months | All years | |
|---|---|---|
| Hottest month | Apr 2025 · 38°C | Apr · 38°C |
| Coldest month | Jan 2025 · 19°C | Jan · 19°C |
| Wettest month | Aug 2025 · 525 mm | Aug · 444 mm |
| Windiest month | Feb 2025 · 16 km/h | Feb · 15 km/h |
Month-by-Month Weather Table
January best
Excellent 
February best
Excellent March
Good April
Fair May
Poor June
Poor July
Wet August
Wet September
Wet October
Poor November
Fair December best
Excellent | Month | Temp | Feels Like | Rain | Sun | Humidity | UV | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January best | 34°C / 19°C | 33°C / 18°C | 0days (0 mm) Excellent | 10.3h Excellent | 36% Comfortable | 6.7 High | Excellent | View Details |
| February best | 36°C / 20°C | 35°C / 18°C | 0days (0 mm) Excellent | 10.7h Excellent | 34% Comfortable | 7.7 Very High | Excellent | View Details |
| March | 37°C / 21°C | 37°C / 21°C | 0days (0 mm) Excellent | 11.1h Excellent | 42% Moderate | 8.6 Very High | Good | View Details |
| April | 38°C / 22°C | 39°C / 23°C | 0days (0 mm) Excellent | 11.7h Excellent | 48% Moderate | 8.8 Very High | Fair | View Details |
| May | 37°C / 23°C | 39°C / 25°C | 0days (3 mm) Excellent | 11.7h Excellent | 57% Moderate | 8.6 Very High | Poor | View Details |
| June | 34°C / 25°C | 38°C / 29°C | 6days (49 mm) Good | 11h Excellent | 69% Muggy | 7.9 Very High | Poor | View Details |
| July | 30°C / 25°C | 35°C / 29°C | 23days (330 mm) Wet | 8.5h Good | 83% Humid | 7.2 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| August | 29°C / 24°C | 35°C / 29°C | 26days (444 mm) Wet | 7.7h Good | 86% Very Muggy | 7 High | Wet | View Details |
| September | 30°C / 24°C | 36°C / 29°C | 25days (359 mm) Wet | 8.2h Good | 86% Very Muggy | 7.1 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| October | 32°C / 25°C | 39°C / 30°C | 16days (133 mm) Wet | 9.8h Good | 83% Humid | 7.1 Very High | Poor | View Details |
| November | 34°C / 23°C | 37°C / 26°C | 3days (13 mm) Excellent | 10.2h Excellent | 65% Muggy | 6.7 High | Fair | View Details |
| December best | 34°C / 20°C | 33°C / 19°C | 0days (0 mm) Excellent | 10h Excellent | 43% Moderate | 6.1 High | Excellent | View Details |
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Frequently Asked Questions
The best months to visit Ziguinchor are January, February, December, when temperatures are comfortable and rainfall is at its lowest. This is based on 10-year climate averages for Ziguinchor, scoring temperature, rainfall, humidity, and sunshine hours.
The hottest month in Ziguinchor is April, with average daytime highs of 38°C (100°F). Plan outdoor activities for early morning or late afternoon if visiting during this period.
The coldest month in Ziguinchor is January, with average overnight lows of 19°C (67°F). Pack warm layers and expect shorter daylight hours during this period.
The wettest month in Ziguinchor is August, averaging 444mm of precipitation across 26 rainy days. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is essential.
The rainy season in Ziguinchor runs through August, September, July, October, with the heaviest rainfall in August. Based on 10-year averages for Ziguinchor.
Ziguinchor receives approximately 121 sunshine hours per year. The sunniest month is April with around 12 hours. Based on climate data for Ziguinchor.
The least favorable months to visit Ziguinchor are July, August, September, October, primarily due to extreme heat, heavy rainfall, oppressive humidity. For the best conditions, consider January, February, December instead.
The annual average UV index in Ziguinchor is 7, classified as high. SPF 30+ sunscreen, sunglasses, and seeking shade between 10:00–16:00 are strongly recommended.
Average humidity in Ziguinchor is 61%, classified as moderate. Humidity levels are generally comfortable and should not affect outdoor activities for most people.
Average wind speeds in Ziguinchor are 14 km/h (9 mph). The windiest month is February with peak winds reaching 15 km/h (9 mph) (gusts up to 34 km/h / 21 mph).
Ziguinchor averages 7 clear-sky days per month with overall cloud cover around 52%. The clearest skies occur in March.
The annual average dew point in Ziguinchor is 19°C (66°F), which feels noticeably humid. Summer months may feel slightly sticky, but conditions remain manageable for most people.
Ziguinchor has a Tropical Monsoon climate, classified as Am under the Köppen system. Tropical climates are warm year-round with high rainfall and temperatures rarely dropping below 18°C (64°F).
The 'feels like' temperature in Ziguinchor ranges from 25°C (77°F) to 36°C (97°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 Ziguinchor, with a climate score of 3.6/10. Consider visiting during January, February, December instead for better conditions.
For June in Ziguinchor, pack Umbrella, Breathable clothing, Sunscreen (SPF 30+), Sun hat, Sunglasses. With average highs of 34°C (94°F) and 6 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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