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Îles de la Madeleine (Senegal)

Island

The Îles de la Madeleine off Dakar offer windswept islets visited for coastal birdlife, short boat trips, and views back to the Senegalese shoreline.

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Îles de la Madeleine (Senegal) essentials

Country: Senegal
Driest months: Mar-May
Pay in: Franc (Fr)
Language: French
Emergency: 17

Îles de la Madeleine (Senegal) at a Glance

Things to Do
When to Go

Best Time to Visit Îles de la Madeleine (Senegal)

Best in winter-to-spring or late autumn to avoid the peak summer crowds and heat; winter still offers warm temperatures.

Winter
December-February · 22-28°C
Warm but windier; fewer tourists and dramatic skies for photography.
Summer
June-August · 26-32°C
Hot, ideal for swimming and water activities; busy with tourists.

Weather & Climate near Îles de la Madeleine (Senegal)

Climate

Subtropical climate with hot summers (peaking in September) and warm winters (coldest in February). Temperatures range from 16°C to 30°C. Semi-arid with limited rainfall with a pronounced dry season.

Air Quality: AQI 110 Unhealthy (Sg)
Best Time to Visit
MarchAprilNovember
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
33°
Warmest Month
16°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
Month Comfort Temp Feels Rain Sky Humidity Wind UV Daylight
January Ideal 17° - 25° 21° 2 mm some cloud 70% 4.0 m/s 1.6 very high 11.3h
February Ideal 16° - 25° 21° 1 mm partly cloudy 76% 4.1 m/s 1.9 very high 11.6h
March Ideal 17° - 25° 21° 0 mm some cloud 83% 4.5 m/s 2.3 extreme 11.9h
April Ideal 17° - 25° 21° 0 mm some cloud 88% 4.7 m/s 2.5 extreme 12.3h
May Ideal 19° - 26° 22° 0 mm partly cloudy 88% 4.2 m/s 2.5 extreme 12.7h
June Excellent 22° - 27° 25° 10 mm partly cloudy 86% 3.9 m/s 2.3 extreme 12.8h
July Very Good 23° - 29° 26° 56 mm overcast 84% 3.6 m/s 2.2 extreme 12.8h
August Good 24° - 29° 26° 152 mm overcast 84% 3.1 m/s 2.2 extreme 12.5h
September Very Good 24° - 30° 27° 130 mm partly cloudy 83% 2.8 m/s 2.1 extreme 12.1h
October Ideal 23° - 30° 27° 27 mm some cloud 79% 2.7 m/s 2.0 extreme 11.7h
November Ideal 21° - 29° 25° 2 mm some cloud 73% 3.3 m/s 1.7 very high 11.3h
December Ideal 19° - 27° 23° 1 mm some cloud 69% 3.6 m/s 1.6 very high 11.2h
Getting There & Around

How to Get to Îles de la Madeleine (Senegal)

The islands are reached by boat from Dakar’s coastal harbors (e.g., from the Port of Dakar); local boat operators and fishing skippers provide crossings depending on weather and tides.

Tips for Visiting Îles de la Madeleine (Senegal)

  • Bring cash and snacks; this is a day-trip island experience with limited services.
  • Look for local pirogues and fishermen selling fresh catches - try grilled fish in the small harbors.
  • Be mindful of strong currents when swimming; beaches are best used with local guidance.