Dakar vs Sal in August

Sal is the better pick in August — 91 vs 58 on SeasonMap's comfort score. Sal is sweltering, dry, muggy air, while Dakar is sweltering, rainy, muggy air.

Dakar vs SalAugust climate, side by side

DakarSal
Comfort score58/100 (D)91/100 (S)
Feels-like high35°C34°C
Avg high / low30° / 26°30° / 24°
Rainfall149 mm25 mm
Rainy days133
Humidity81%83%
Air quality (AQI)5465

Monthly climate normals (ERA5 reanalysis). Comfort scores are SeasonMap estimates.

Dakar vs Sal in August — FAQ

Is August better in Dakar or Sal?
Sal is the better pick in August — 91 vs 58 on SeasonMap's comfort score. Sal is sweltering, dry, muggy air, while Dakar is sweltering, rainy, muggy air.
What is the weather like in Dakar vs Sal in August?
In August, Dakar averages 30°C high / 26°C low with about 149 mm of rain; Sal averages 30°C high / 24°C low with about 25 mm.