Léopold Sédar Senghor International Airport

Airport Airport

IATA Code
DKR
ICAO Code
GOOY
Airport Type
Large Airport
Class
International

Léopold Sédar Senghor International Airport previously served Dakar as the main international airport. Scheduled commercial passenger operations were relocated to Blaise Diagne International Airport; the former airport now has a limited role (cargo, military and special flights) rather than regular passenger services.

Léopold Sédar Senghor International Airport
Elevation: 25 m
14.7423, -17.4792

Terminal Guide for Léopold Sédar Senghor International (former passenger operations) #

Since scheduled passenger services moved, the old passenger terminal at Léopold Sédar Senghor is no longer the primary facility for commercial flights. Commercial check‑in and arrivals for Dakar are handled at Blaise Diagne; if you have business at the older site confirm access and services in advance. Public passenger facilities at the old terminal are limited compared with its previous role.

Getting to and From Léopold Sédar Senghor (former commercial airport) #

For passenger travel to Dakar, Blaise Diagne International Airport (outside of the city) is now the main gateway; travel and transfer arrangements should be planned for Blaise Diagne rather than Léopold Sédar Senghor. Transport links to the old airport site remain but are not the main routes used for scheduled passenger services.

Facilities, Shopping, and Dining at Léopold Sédar Senghor (former commercial airport) #

As a former main airport now with reduced passenger traffic, facilities at Léopold Sédar Senghor are not the primary option for travellers. For up‑to‑date passenger services, shopping and lounges use Blaise Diagne. If you must visit the older site for special operations, contact airport authorities in advance to confirm available services.

Hotels and Layovers at Léopold Sédar Senghor (former commercial airport) #

Because scheduled passenger services were moved to Blaise Diagne, hotels and passenger transfer services focus on Dakar and the Blaise Diagne area rather than the old Léopold Sédar Senghor terminal. For accommodations serving air travellers, search in central Dakar or near the newer airport via major hotel sites.

Tips for Léopold Sédar Senghor International Airport #

  • Scheduled commercial passenger flights were moved to Blaise Diagne Airport; confirm that your flight uses the current airport before travelling to the old site.
  • The site is largely used for freight, military and non‑scheduled operations since commercial passenger services moved - public passenger facilities are limited.
  • If your paperwork or transport references the older airport name, double‑check transfer details to avoid arriving at the wrong location.

Weather & Climate near Léopold Sédar Senghor International Airport #

Climate

Léopold Sédar Senghor International Airport's climate is classified as Hot Semi-Arid - Hot Semi-Arid climate with hot summers (peaking in September) and warm winters (coldest in February). Temperatures range from 16°C to 32°C. Semi-arid with limited rainfall with a pronounced dry season.

Air Quality: AQI 117 Unhealthy (Sg)
Best Time to Visit
JanuaryMarchApril
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
33°
Warmest Month
16°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 16°C. Almost no rain.

94 Ideal

Comfort

21°
Feels Like Mild
21°C
Temperature
16° 26°
70%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

2 mm
Rainfall
4.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.6
UV Index
Very High
11.3h daylight

February

February is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 16°C. Almost no rain and partly cloudy skies.

92 Ideal

Comfort

21°
Feels Like Mild
21°C
Temperature
16° 26°
76%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

1 mm
Rainfall
4.5 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.9
UV Index
Very High
11.6h daylight

March

March is mild with highs of 27°C and lows of 16°C. The driest month with just 0 mm.

94 Ideal

Comfort

22°
Feels Like Mild
22°C
Temperature
16° 27°
83%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

0 mm
Rainfall
4.6 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.3
UV Index
Extreme
11.9h daylight

April

April is mild with highs of 27°C and lows of 17°C. The driest month with just 0 mm.

94 Ideal

Comfort

22°
Feels Like Mild
22°C
Temperature
17° 27°
88%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

0 mm
Rainfall
4.9 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.5
UV Index
Extreme
12.3h daylight

May

May is mild with highs of 27°C and lows of 19°C. The driest month with just 0 mm and partly cloudy skies.

92 Ideal

Comfort

23°
Feels Like Mild
23°C
Temperature
19° 27°
88%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

0 mm
Rainfall
4.8 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.5
UV Index
Extreme
12.7h daylight

June

June is warm with muggy conditions (dew point 22°C). Almost no rain and partly cloudy skies.

88 Excellent

Comfort

25°
Feels Like Warm
25°C
Temperature
21° 29°
86%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

8 mm
Rainfall
4.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.3
UV Index
Extreme
12.8h daylight

July

July is warm with muggy conditions (dew point 24°C). Moderate rainfall (53 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

78 Very Good

Comfort

27°
Feels Like Warm
27°C
Temperature
23° 30°
84%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

53 mm
Rainfall
3.7 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.2
UV Index
Extreme
12.8h daylight

August

August is hot, feeling like 30°C with oppressive humidity. The wettest month with heavy rain (145 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

70 Very Good

Comfort

30°
Feels Like Hot
27°C
Temperature
24° 30°
84%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

145 mm
Rainfall
3.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.2
UV Index
Extreme
12.5h daylight

September

September is the hottest month, feeling like 31°C with oppressive humidity. Significant rainfall (122 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

68 Good

Comfort

31°
Feels Like Hot
27°C
Temperature
24° 31°
83%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

122 mm
Rainfall
3.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.1
UV Index
Extreme
12.1h daylight

October

October is the hottest month, feeling like 31°C due to high humidity. Light rainfall.

84 Excellent

Comfort

31°
Feels Like Hot
27°C
Temperature
23° 32°
79%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

21 mm
Rainfall
3.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.0
UV Index
Extreme
11.7h daylight

November

November is warm with highs of 30°C and lows of 21°C. Almost no rain.

94 Ideal

Comfort

26°
Feels Like Warm
26°C
Temperature
21° 30°
73%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

2 mm
Rainfall
3.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.7
UV Index
Very High
11.3h daylight

December

December is mild with highs of 28°C and lows of 18°C. Almost no rain.

94 Ideal

Comfort

23°
Feels Like Mild
23°C
Temperature
18° 28°
69%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

1 mm
Rainfall
3.8 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.6
UV Index
Very High
11.2h daylight

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