Joal weather
At 8:30 PM local time it was clear and 27°C (81°F). Mostly light, on-and-off rain; heavier around 10 AM (4.5 mm total). Best months for weather: Oct–Jun. Below: today's sky, the hour-by-hour rain chance and the 16-day forecast for Joal, Thies, Senegal.
Current conditions
- Clouds
- 8%
- Chance of rain
- 40%
- Rain
- 0.0 mm/h
Hourly Forecast
Mostly light, on-and-off rain; heavier around 10 AM (4.5 mm total)
Daily Forecast
Best Time to Visit
Peak season Oct–JunOff season Aug–Sep
About Joal weather
Is it raining in Joal right now?
No. It’s clear and 27° right now. Mostly light, on-and-off rain; heavier around 10 AM (4.5 mm total).
What’s the weather like in Joal this week?
Over the next 7 days, expect highs of 30–38° and lows of 23–26°. Rain is likely on 3 of 7 days (Saturday, Sunday, Monday). The driest day looks like Friday.
Has it been raining in Joal lately?
Barely. The past 7 days were mostly dry, with 0.0 mm of rain in total.
What should I pack for Joal?
For the coming week, bring an umbrella or rain jacket, light, breathable clothes and sunscreen.
Joal weather by month
When is the best time to visit Joal?
Based on weather alone, the best time to visit Joal is Oct–Jun, according to NASA's 2001–2025 climate averages. Aug–Sep tends to be the least pleasant. Average highs run from 28°C (82°F) in January to 31°C (87°F) in November.
What is the rainiest month in Joal?
August is the wettest month, with about 242 mm (9.5 in) of rain on average. December is the driest, with about 2 mm (0.1 in).
What is the hottest month in Joal?
November is the warmest, with average highs of 31°C (87°F) and lows of 23°C (74°F). January is the coolest, with highs of 28°C (82°F) and lows of 18°C (64°F).
Does Joal have a rainy season?
Yes. Aug–Sep is the rainy season (150 mm or more a month), while Oct–Jun is usually dry (under 60 mm).
How warm is the sea in Joal?
The sea is warmest in October at about 30°C (87°F) and coolest in March at about 21°C (70°F). It is comfortable for swimming (22°C or more) in Apr–Feb.
Sources: 2001–2025 monthly averages from NASA POWER (MERRA-2 reanalysis), sea temperature from Open-Meteo Marine, forecast and current conditions from Open-Meteo. Page updated . How we rate months