Kolda weather
Today's sky, the hour-by-hour rain chance and the 16-day forecast for Kolda, Senegal. Like most weather services, we show Kolda at one spot: Kolda, its largest city. At 9:30 PM local time it was mostly clear and 25°C (76°F). Mostly light, on-and-off rain; heavier around 8 PM (3.8 mm total). Best months for weather: Oct–Feb.
Current conditions
- Clouds
- 29%
- Chance of rain
- 31%
- Rain
- 0.0 mm/h
Hourly Forecast
Mostly light, on-and-off rain; heavier around 8 PM (3.8 mm total)
Daily Forecast
Best Time to Visit
Peak season Oct–FebOff season Jun–Sep
About Kolda weather
Is it raining in Kolda right now?
No. It’s mostly clear and 25° right now. Mostly light, on-and-off rain; heavier around 8 PM (3.8 mm total).
What’s the weather like in Kolda this week?
Over the next 7 days, expect highs of 31–35° and lows of 23–24°. Rain is likely on 2 of 7 days (Saturday, Sunday). The driest day looks like Friday.
Has it been raining in Kolda lately?
In the past 7 days, Kolda had 1 rainy day and 1.0 mm of rain in total.
What should I pack for Kolda?
For the coming week, bring an umbrella or rain jacket, light, breathable clothes and sunscreen.
Kolda weather by month
When is the best time to visit Kolda?
Based on weather alone, the best time to visit Kolda is Oct–Feb, according to NASA's 2001–2025 climate averages. Jun–Sep tends to be the least pleasant. Average highs run from 30°C (85°F) in August to 40°C (104°F) in April.
What is the rainiest month in Kolda?
August is the wettest month, with about 356 mm (14.0 in) of rain on average. December is the driest, with about 0 mm (0.0 in).
What is the hottest month in Kolda?
April is the warmest, with average highs of 40°C (104°F) and lows of 22°C (72°F). August is the coolest, with highs of 30°C (85°F) and lows of 23°C (74°F).
Does Kolda have a rainy season?
Yes. Jul–Sep is the rainy season (150 mm or more a month), while Nov–May is usually dry (under 60 mm).
Sources: 2001–2025 monthly averages from NASA POWER (MERRA-2 reanalysis for Kolda), forecast and current conditions from Open-Meteo. Page updated . How we rate months
Compare places in Kolda
Weather can differ a lot within Kolda: coasts, hills and mountains each have their own climate.
| Place | Best months | Rainy months | Highs | Rain a year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kolda | Oct–Feb | Jul–Sep | 30–40°C | 1,093 mm |
| Vélingara | Oct–Jan | Jul–Sep | 30–41°C | 1,050 mm |
| Médina Gounas | Oct–Jan | Jul–Sep | 30–42°C | 1,033 mm |
| Diaoubé | Oct–Jan | Jul–Sep | 30–41°C | 1,050 mm |