Ziguinchor weather
At 8:45 PM local time it was mostly clear and 26°C (78°F). Mostly light, on-and-off rain; heavier around 4 PM (4.4 mm total). Best months for weather: Nov–Feb. Below: today's sky, the hour-by-hour rain chance and the 16-day forecast for Ziguinchor, Ziguinchor, Senegal.
Current conditions
- Clouds
- 40%
- Chance of rain
- 54%
- Rain
- 0.0 mm/h
Hourly Forecast
Mostly light, on-and-off rain; heavier around 4 PM (4.4 mm total)
Daily Forecast
Best Time to Visit
Peak season Nov–FebOff season Jul–Sep
About Ziguinchor weather
Is it raining in Ziguinchor right now?
No. It’s mostly clear and 26° right now. Mostly light, on-and-off rain; heavier around 4 PM (4.4 mm total).
What’s the weather like in Ziguinchor this week?
Over the next 7 days, expect highs of 30–35° and lows of 24–25°. Rain is likely on 3 of 7 days (Saturday, Sunday, Monday). The driest day looks like Friday.
Has it been raining in Ziguinchor lately?
In the past 7 days, Ziguinchor had 1 rainy day and 3.7 mm of rain in total.
What should I pack for Ziguinchor?
For the coming week, bring an umbrella or rain jacket, light, breathable clothes and sunscreen.
Ziguinchor weather by month
When is the best time to visit Ziguinchor?
Based on weather alone, the best time to visit Ziguinchor is Nov–Feb, according to NASA's 2001–2025 climate averages. Jul–Sep tends to be the least pleasant. Average highs run from 29°C (83°F) in August to 38°C (100°F) in April.
What is the rainiest month in Ziguinchor?
August is the wettest month, with about 438 mm (17.2 in) of rain on average. December is the driest, with about 0 mm (0.0 in).
What is the hottest month in Ziguinchor?
April is the warmest, with average highs of 38°C (100°F) and lows of 20°C (68°F). August is the coolest, with highs of 29°C (83°F) and lows of 24°C (75°F).
Does Ziguinchor 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), forecast and current conditions from Open-Meteo. Page updated . How we rate months