Climate Insights for Thiès
Département de Thiès, Thiès Region, Senegal
Climate Overview
The climate in Thiès is hot. The average annual temperature is 26°C and approximately 377 mm of precipitation falls per year. August is the wettest month, receiving around 160 mm of rainfall. Thiès is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: November, October, January. The coldest months are January, March, February, when temperatures can drop to 18°C.The climate in Thiès is hot. The average annual temperature is 79°F and approximately 14.8 in of precipitation falls per year. August is the wettest month, receiving around 6.3 in of rainfall. Thiès is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: November, October, January. The coldest months are January, March, February, when temperatures can drop to 65°F.
Temperature
Thiès sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 18°C to 35°C. The warmest month is November, when average highs reach 35°C and the mean temperature sits around 27°C. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 18°C and an average of 24°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 11°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between November and December, with a 2°C shift in average temperatures.Thiès sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 65°F to 95°F. The warmest month is November, when average highs reach 95°F and the mean temperature sits around 81°F. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 65°F and an average of 76°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 20°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
Thiès is a quite dry location, receiving approximately 377 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 31 mm per month. The wettest month is August, averaging 160 mm of rainfall. September and July also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is January, with just 0 mm. That's 160 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.Thiès is a quite dry location, receiving approximately 14.8 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 1.2 in per month. The wettest month is August, averaging 6.3 in of rainfall. September and July also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is January, with just 0 in. That's 6.3 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
Thiès is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 14km/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 19km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in September, with average winds dropping to 9km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind speeds vary significantly across the year, with a 10km/h difference between the calmest and windiest months. This level of variation is worth factoring into travel plans. Wind tends to be stronger during winter months, driven by seasonal pressure systems. The seasonal averages break down to 15km/h in winter, 17km/h in spring, 11km/h in summer, 11km/h in autumn.Thiès 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 12mph, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in September, with average winds dropping to 6mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind speeds vary significantly across the year, with a 6mph difference between the calmest and windiest months. This level of variation is worth factoring into travel plans. Wind tends to be stronger during winter months, driven by seasonal pressure systems. The seasonal averages break down to 10mph in winter, 11mph in spring, 7mph in summer, 7mph in autumn.
Best Time to Visit
The best time to visit Thiès is during January, February, March, April and December, 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, November can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 35°C. With minimal rainfall expected, you can pack light and plan outdoor activities with confidence.The best time to visit Thiès is during January, February, March, April and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 76°F with modest rainfall averaging 0 in per month. By contrast, November can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 95°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 Thiès 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 Thiès 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.