Dakar, Senegal Travel Guide Last Updated: Dec 2021

Why Visit Dakar

Dakar Facts

Population 1,100,000
Area 2,500,000
Timezone UTC+0
Currency CFA franc
Airports Léopold Sédar Senghor International Airport (DKR)

Where to eat and drink in Dakar

Budget breakfastEat alongside locals for filling meals at great prices.$3.99 - $6.64
Budget lunchGo to markets and street places for better deals, though many restaurants are also reasonable budget options.$4.98 - $9.13
Budget dinnerPrices at sit-down restaurants in Dakar range greatly, but good cheaper options are there if you look.$6.64 - $13.29
Beer (.33l bottle)The local lager is cheap in most places in Dakar, except fancier restaurants and hotels.$1.66 - $2.49
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When to visit Dakar

Temperature and rainfall

Month High F Low F Precip (inches)
January79640.0
February81630.0
March81640.0
April81640.0
May84680.0
June88730.7
July88753.5
August887510.0
September90755.2
October90751.5
November86730.1
December81660.3

Dakar Weather advice

Sunrise and sunset

21 Mar7:13am7:21pm
21 Jun6:42am7:41pm
21 Sep6:59am7:07pm
21 Dec7:30am6:46pm

Where to stay in Dakar

Dakar Hotel Seasons

Dakar Hotel Prices

Rating Price(USD)
starstarstarstarstar-
starstarstarstarstar26.00 - 52.00
starstarstarstarstar60.00 - 88.00
starstarstarstarstar136.00 - 182.00
starstarstarstarstar143.00 - 196.00
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Dakar Hostel Prices

Type Price(USD)
Hostel Bed9.00 - 15.00

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