Climate Insights for Louga

Louga Department, Louga Region, Senegal

Hottest
April
37°C peak98°F peak
Coldest
January
18°C low65°F low
Wettest
August
89 mm rain3.5 in rain
Best to Visit
January
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Louga is hot. The average annual temperature is 27°C and approximately 221 mm of precipitation falls per year. August is the wettest month, receiving around 89 mm of rainfall. Louga is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: April, November, October. The coldest months are January, December, February, when temperatures can drop to 18°C.The climate in Louga is hot. The average annual temperature is 81°F and approximately 8.7 in of precipitation falls per year. August is the wettest month, receiving around 3.5 in of rainfall. Louga is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: April, November, October. The coldest months are January, December, February, when temperatures can drop to 65°F.

Temperature

0°10°20°30°40°JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 34°Average: 25°Min: 18°FebMax: 35°Average: 26°Min: 19°MarMax: 36°Average: 26°Min: 19°AprMax: 37°Average: 27°Min: 21°MayMax: 36°Average: 27°Min: 21°JunMax: 35°Average: 28°Min: 23°JulMax: 33°Average: 28°Min: 25°AugMax: 33°Average: 28°Min: 25°SepMax: 33°Average: 28°Min: 25°OctMax: 36°Average: 30°Min: 25°NovMax: 36°Average: 28°Min: 22°DecMax: 34°Average: 25°Min: 19°
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0°F10°F20°F30°F40°F50°F60°F70°F80°F90°F100°FJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 93°FAverage: 77°FMin: 65°FFebMax: 94°FAverage: 78°FMin: 67°FMarMax: 96°FAverage: 79°FMin: 67°FAprMax: 98°FAverage: 81°FMin: 69°FMayMax: 96°FAverage: 80°FMin: 70°FJunMax: 94°FAverage: 82°FMin: 74°FJulMax: 92°FAverage: 83°FMin: 77°FAugMax: 91°FAverage: 83°FMin: 78°FSepMax: 91°FAverage: 83°FMin: 77°FOctMax: 97°FAverage: 85°FMin: 77°FNovMax: 97°FAverage: 82°FMin: 71°FDecMax: 93°FAverage: 78°FMin: 66°F
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Louga sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 18°C to 37°C. April is the hottest month, with daytime highs reaching 37°C and an average of 27°C. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 18°C and an average of 25°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 13°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between November and December, with a 2°C shift in average temperatures.Louga sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 65°F to 98°F. April is the hottest month, with daytime highs reaching 98°F and an average of 81°F. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 65°F and an average of 77°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 23°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between November and December, with a 4°F shift in average temperatures.

Precipitation

0mm25mm50mm75mm100mmJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 0mmFebPrecipitation: 0mmMarPrecipitation: 0mmAprPrecipitation: 0mmMayPrecipitation: 0mmJunPrecipitation: 5mmJulPrecipitation: 29mmAugPrecipitation: 89mmSepPrecipitation: 84mmOctPrecipitation: 12mmNovPrecipitation: 0mmDecPrecipitation: 1mm
Precipitation
0in1in2in3in4inJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 0inFebPrecipitation: 0inMarPrecipitation: 0inAprPrecipitation: 0inMayPrecipitation: 0inJunPrecipitation: 0.2inJulPrecipitation: 1.1inAugPrecipitation: 3.5inSepPrecipitation: 3.3inOctPrecipitation: 0.5inNovPrecipitation: 0inDecPrecipitation: 0in
Precipitation

Louga is a quite dry location, receiving approximately 221 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 18 mm per month. The wettest month is August, averaging 89 mm of rainfall. September and July also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is January, with just 0 mm. That's 89 mm less than August, the wettest month. Rainfall is heavily concentrated in certain months, creating a distinct wet and dry season. Visitors should plan around these patterns, as the difference between peak and low months is dramatic.Louga is a quite dry location, receiving approximately 8.7 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 0.7 in per month. The wettest month is August, averaging 3.5 in of rainfall. September and July also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is January, with just 0 in. That's 3.5 in less than August, the wettest month. Rainfall is heavily concentrated in certain months, creating a distinct wet and dry season. Visitors should plan around these patterns, as the difference between peak and low months is dramatic.

Wind

0km/h5km/h10km/h15km/h20km/hJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 15km/hFebWind Speed: 17km/hMarWind Speed: 17km/hAprWind Speed: 18km/hMayWind Speed: 17km/hJunWind Speed: 15km/hJulWind Speed: 14km/hAugWind Speed: 12km/hSepWind Speed: 11km/hOctWind Speed: 12km/hNovWind Speed: 13km/hDecWind Speed: 15km/h
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0mph5mph10mph15mphJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 9mphFebWind Speed: 11mphMarWind Speed: 11mphAprWind Speed: 11mphMayWind Speed: 10mphJunWind Speed: 9mphJulWind Speed: 9mphAugWind Speed: 8mphSepWind Speed: 7mphOctWind Speed: 7mphNovWind Speed: 8mphDecWind Speed: 9mph
Wind Speed

Louga is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 15km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is April, averaging 18km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in September, with average winds dropping to 11km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 7km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months.Louga is moderately windy, with an average annual wind speed of 9mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is April, averaging 11mph, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in September, with average winds dropping to 7mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 4mph gap between the calmest and windiest months.

Best Time to Visit

Jan25°77°F
Feb26°78°F
Mar26°79°F
Apr27°81°F
May27°80°F
Jun28°82°F
Jul28°83°F
Aug28°83°F
Sep28°83°F
Oct30°85°F
Nov28°82°F
Dec25°78°F

The best time to visit Louga is during January, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 25°C with modest rainfall averaging 0 mm per month. By contrast, April can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 37°C. With minimal rainfall expected, you can pack light and plan outdoor activities with confidence.The best time to visit Louga is during January, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 77°F with modest rainfall averaging 0 in per month. By contrast, April can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 98°F. With minimal rainfall expected, you can pack light and plan outdoor activities with confidence.

Monthly Climate Data

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Louga based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Celsius (°C). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in kilometres per hour (km/h). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.The table below shows monthly climate averages for Louga based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Fahrenheit (°F). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in miles per hour (mph). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.

Month
Min Temperature
Max Temperature
Wind Speed
Precipitation
Snow
Jan
18 °C65 °F
34 °C93 °F
15 km/h9 mph
0 mm0 in
0 cm0 in
Feb
19 °C67 °F
35 °C94 °F
17 km/h11 mph
0 mm0 in
0 cm0 in
Mar
19 °C67 °F
36 °C96 °F
17 km/h11 mph
0 mm0 in
0 cm0 in
Apr
21 °C69 °F
37 °C98 °F
18 km/h11 mph
0 mm0 in
0 cm0 in
May
21 °C70 °F
36 °C96 °F
17 km/h10 mph
0 mm0 in
0 cm0 in
Jun
23 °C74 °F
35 °C94 °F
15 km/h9 mph
5 mm0.2 in
0 cm0 in
Jul
25 °C77 °F
33 °C92 °F
14 km/h9 mph
29 mm1.1 in
0 cm0 in
Aug
25 °C78 °F
33 °C91 °F
12 km/h8 mph
89 mm3.5 in
0 cm0 in
Sep
25 °C77 °F
33 °C91 °F
11 km/h7 mph
84 mm3.3 in
0 cm0 in
OctCurrent
25 °C77 °F
36 °C97 °F
12 km/h7 mph
12 mm0.5 in
0 cm0 in
Nov
22 °C71 °F
36 °C97 °F
13 km/h8 mph
0 mm0 in
0 cm0 in
Dec
19 °C66 °F
34 °C93 °F
15 km/h9 mph
1 mm0 in
0 cm0 in