Dakar weather in March

March in Dakar: warm, dry — one of the best months to visit.

#1 of 12 months in Dakar · #71 of 604 destinations to visit in March · comfort 88/100 (tier A)

Updated June 2026 · climate normals from ERA5 reanalysis

Dakar climate normals — March

Daytime high26°C / 78°F🌤 warm
Nighttime low20°C / 67°F
Feels like (high)26°C / 79°F
Rainfall0 mm / 0 in☀️ dry
Rainy days0 days
Humidity68%💧 humid
Dew point15°C / 59°F
Sunshine11.1 h/day
Daylight12.1 h
Wind24 km/h / 15 mph
Air quality (US AQI)86🙂 moderate

Monthly averages from ERA5 reanalysis. AQI is the mean US Air Quality Index for the month.

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Dakar in March — FAQ

Is March a good time to visit Dakar?
March in Dakar: warm, dry — one of the best months to visit. It ranks #1 of 12 months for Dakar on SeasonMap's comfort score (88/100).
What is the weather like in Dakar in March?
In March, Dakar averages a daily high of 25.6°C and a low of 19.6°C, with about 0.2 mm of rain over roughly 0 rainy days.
What is the air quality in Dakar in March?
Dakar has a mean US Air Quality Index of about 86 in March.

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