Ziguinchor weather
Today's sky, the hour-by-hour rain chance and the 16-day forecast for Ziguinchor, Senegal. Like most weather services, we show Ziguinchor at one spot: Ziguinchor, its largest city. At 11:30 PM local time it was partly cloudy and 25°C (77°F). Mostly light, on-and-off rain; heavier around 10 PM (5.6 mm total). Best months for weather: Nov–Feb.
Current conditions
- Clouds
- 52%
- Chance of rain
- 29%
- Rain
- 0.0 mm/h
Hourly Forecast
Mostly light, on-and-off rain; heavier around 10 PM (5.6 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 partly cloudy and 25° right now. Mostly light, on-and-off rain; heavier around 10 PM (5.6 mm total).
What’s the weather like in Ziguinchor this week?
Over the next 7 days, expect highs of 31–35° and lows of 23–25°. 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 for Ziguinchor), forecast and current conditions from Open-Meteo. Page updated . How we rate months
Compare places in Ziguinchor
Weather can differ a lot within Ziguinchor: coasts, hills and mountains each have their own climate.
| Place | Best months | Rainy months | Highs | Rain a year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ziguinchor | Nov–Feb | Jul–Sep | 29–38°C | 1,341 mm |
| Bignona | Oct–Feb | Jul–Sep | 29–38°C | 1,097 mm |