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Dakar in June: Weather, Average temperature and Climate

Discover the weather for Dakar in June and if it’s a good time to travel (based on historical data).
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June

Weather in Dakar in June 2025

Good Weather
Warm
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Cloudy
🌊
Warm water
Weather for Dakar in June is typically good with an average maximum temperature of +79°F during the day, and approximately 11 sunny days monthly. Typically, there are about 0 rainy days with the total average precipitation that falls in June around 1 mm. Expect good weather and pack accordingly to enjoy the outdoors. Search flights in one click on Avionero.

Average weather

☀️
+79°F
Avg. max. temperature
+70°F
Min.
+91°F
Max.
1 mm
Total precipitation
80%
Avg. humidity
3 m/s
Avg. wind
11 ☀️
Sunny Days
17 ⛅️
Cloudy
0 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Dakar has good weather in June.

Average temperature in Dakar in June

Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Dakar for June based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

The expected average maximum temperature in June is +81°F with a maximum of +84°F and a minimum of +73°F.

The average maximum temperature goes up 50% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +77°F to +82°F.

Is Dakar warm or cold in June?

Dakar is typically warm in June.

Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +75°F to +79°F. The minimum temperature also goes up from +72°F to +75°F.

It’s generally warm, but pack a long-sleeve shirt for evenings.

Take a look at how June is compared to other months in Dakar:

Water temperature in Dakar in June

Water in Dakar in June is Warm. It varies from +76°F to +83°F, with an average of +80°F. Note that the air temperature is lower than the water temperature, averaging around +79°F.

In June, water temperatures are average relative to the rest of the year:

The warmest water temperatures in Dakar are reached in October, when the average sea temperature rises to +83°F. The coldest water temperatures are in March, with an average of +69°F.

Can you swim in Dakar in June?

You can absolutely swim in Dakar in June, the water is warm (+80°F in average), similar to heated pools. Suitable for most people, including children and the elderly.
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Cold
Below +61°F
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Fresh
61°F - 70°F
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Comfortable
70°F - 77°F
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Warm
77°F - 82°F
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Very warm
+82°C and up
Bring your swimming suit, sunscreen and your favorite inflatable pink flamingo.

Climate in Dakar in June

Dakar weather looks like this, on average, in June and the surrounding months.
MayJuneJuly
Avg. temperature
+75°F+79°F+82°F
Min. temperature
+64°F+70°F+70°F
Max. temperature
+93°F+91°F+91°F
Rainfall
0 mm1 mm27 mm
Wind
4 m/s3 m/s3 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+73°F+80°F+82°F
Humidity
81%80%78%
Air pressure
1011 HPa1011 HPa1011 HPa
Sunny days
19113
Cloudy days
111719
Rainy days
004
Snowy days
000

June typically has worse weather conditions compared to May. It’s getting warmer as June arrives. The average maximum temperature goes up from +75°F to +79°F during the day. Prepare for more rain. Average rainfall goes from 0 mm to 1 mm. It feels drier, as humidity decreases from 81% to 80%. Winds are calmer in comparison to May, going down from 4 m/s to 3 m/s on average. The days becoming less sunny, going from 19 sunny days in May to 11 in June.

July brings much the same weather, it remains good.

Wind

Wind speed in Dakar in June based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

The average wind speed is 4 m/s getting up to 7 m/s which is a medium breeze. You can feel it, especially getting out of the water.

The average wind speed in Dakar is gradually decreasing during June, going from 4 m/s to 3 m/s over the course of the month.

How was the weather last June in Dakar?

This is the weather in Dakar in June 2023:
1 June
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+78°F
2 June
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+77°F
3 June
☀️
+77°F
4 June
☀️
+77°F
5 June
☁️
+77°F
6 June
☀️
+79°F
7 June
☁️
+78°F
8 June
☁️
+79°F
9 June
☀️
+80°F
10 June
☀️
+81°F
11 June
☀️
+82°F
12 June
☀️
+82°F
13 June
☀️
+82°F
14 June
☁️
+80°F
15 June
☁️
+79°F
16 June
☁️
+80°F
17 June
☁️
+81°F
18 June
☁️
+80°F
19 June
☀️
+82°F
20 June
☀️
+80°F
21 June
☁️
+81°F
22 June
☁️
+84°F
23 June
☀️
+83°F
24 June
☀️
+81°F
25 June
☀️
+81°F
26 June
☀️
+81°F
27 June
☁️
+81°F
28 June
☁️
+81°F
29 June
☀️
+82°F
30 June
☀️
+83°F
In June 2023 Dakar had 18 sunny days, 12 cloudy days, and 0 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +81°F, with an absolute maximum of +84°F and a minimum of +77°F. The average humidity was 83%, with a maximum of 97% and a minimum of 64%. The average wind speed was 4 m/s, with a maximum of 9 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
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Climate Change Over the Years

This is how Dakar climate has changed over the last 43 years.

The climate in Dakar in June has not changed that much over the last 43 years.

The average temperature was the lowest in 1986 (+77°F) and the highest in 2020 (+84°F). The driest year was 1984 with only 75 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 1989 with 565 mm.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions about the weather in Dakar in June:

Is June a good time to visit Dakar?

June is a really good time to go to Dakar. The weather is nice so plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring. Check out other good time to visit Dakar.

Can you sunbathe in Dakar in June?

June is warm in Dakar. You may enjoy some beach or pool time in the day, but pack something a tad warmer for the evening.

Can you swim in Dakar in June?

Yes, you can swim in Dakar in June, the water temperature averaging at +80°F. This temperature is considered warm and comfortable for most swimmers.

Is Dakar rainy in June?

Dakar is usually dry in June. Plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring.

Is it sunny in Dakar in June?

The amount of sunny days in Dakar during June varies; prepare for a mix of clouds and sun.

Monthly weather in Dakar

Source of the data

For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Dakar, based on historical hourly weather data from January 1, 1979, to December 31, 2023.

For past dates, we show actual recorded data at the location at that time. Forecasts are based on recorded weather during that day of the year, averaged over the total years for which we have records (unless stated otherwise). The daily temperature is the highest recorded temperature in the shadow during that day.