Saint-Louis in August

Listed as a month to avoid: Jun–Oct (heat, humidity, rain).

August is rated avoid. These months rate higher:

• NovemberGreatInside Saint-Louis's best window: Nov–May.
• DecemberGreatInside Saint-Louis's best window: Nov–May.
• JanuaryGreatInside Saint-Louis's best window: Nov–May.
• FebruaryGreatInside Saint-Louis's best window: Nov–May.

• Saint-LouisHighs around 32 °C (90 °F), lows around 25 °C (77 °F), rain on about 6 daysHighs around 90 °F (32 °C), lows around 77 °F (25 °C), rain on about 6 days
• Dakar and the Atlantic coast, Senegal · Dakar, Saint-Louis, Petite Côterainy

  Trade winds keep the coast 5–8 °C (9–14 °F) cooler than inland; January–March evenings can feel cool, and the sea is cold until May.Trade winds keep the coast 9–14 °F (5–8 °C) cooler than inland; January–March evenings can feel cool, and the sea is cold until May.

Dates as our data lists them. Moving holidays (lunar and Islamic calendars, Easter) shift every year: check the date for your year before you build a trip on it.

• Grand Magal of Touba big impact

  Aug 2026 (lunar — check) · Senegal

  Millions of Mouride pilgrims head to Touba; roads through the centre are blocked.

• Maouloud (the Prophet's birthday)

  Aug 2026 (lunar — check) · Senegal

  Pilgrimage to Tivaouane; heavy traffic on the Saint-Louis road.

Crowds · Senegal overall

Low

Prices · Senegal overall

Low

Senegal overall: Wettest month, hot and sticky; the Grand Magal of Touba may fall here (check).

Weather, crowds and prices for any two months in Saint-Louis, side by side.

• Light, breathable clothes, a sun hat and sunscreen
• A rain jacket or umbrella and shoes that dry fast

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