Dakar marine weather forecast
Dakar (SNDKR) is a port in Senegal at 14°41.0′N 17°26.0′W. Today (Sep 15): N wind 11–12 kn, waves 1.3–1.3 m, from the NOAA GFS run 2026-09-15 18z. The live chart on this page shows current conditions and plans weather-optimized departures from this harbor.
Port facts (NGA World Port Index)| Position | 14°41.0′N 17°26.0′W |
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| UN/LOCODE | SNDKR |
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| Harbor size | Medium |
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| Harbor type | Coastal breakwater harbor |
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| Shelter | Good |
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| Channel depth | 11 m |
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| Anchorage depth | 14 m |
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| Tide range | 2 m |
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| Pilotage | Compulsory |
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| Time zone | Africa/Dakar |
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Facilities & services (NGA World Port Index)| Tugs | Assistance and salvage available |
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| Supplies | Fuel oil, diesel, water, provisions |
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| Repairs | Moderate |
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| Medical facilities | Available |
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10-day marine forecast — Dakar
| Date | Wind | Gusts | Waves |
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| N 11–12 kn | 13 kn | 1.3–1.3 m |
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| N 4–10 kn | 12 kn | 1.3–1.4 m |
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| W 12–14 kn | 17 kn | 1.3–1.5 m |
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| NW 11–15 kn | 16 kn | 1.4–1.5 m |
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| NNW 5–14 kn | 13 kn | 1.6–1.8 m |
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| N 7–7 kn | 6 kn | 1.5–1.7 m |
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| NE 3–3 kn | 4 kn | 1.3–1.4 m |
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| NNE 4–4 kn | 4 kn | 1.3–1.3 m |
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| NNW 10–10 kn | 11 kn | 1.4–1.4 m |
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| SE 11–11 kn | 12 kn | 1.5–1.5 m |
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Forecast from the NOAA GFS model run , waves from ECMWF WAM. Updated with each model cycle; the live chart below recalculates for your departure time and vessel.
What to watch in the forecast
Across the loaded 10-day outlook, the strongest daily modeled wind reaches 15 kn on Sep 18. The highest modeled significant wave height is 1.8 m on Sep 19. Compare the dated model run with official forecasts and warnings before departure.
Frequently asked
How is the weather at Dakar right now?
As of the NOAA GFS run 2026-09-15 18z: N wind 11–12 kn, waves 1.3–1.3 m. The 10-day outlook is in the forecast table on this page and updates with each model cycle.
How big is the harbor at Dakar?
Dakar is classed as a medium harbor (coastal breakwater harbor), with good shelter in the NGA World Port Index.
How deep is the approach to Dakar?
Per the NGA World Port Index, the entrance channel carries about 11 m and anchorage depths run about 14 m. Verify against current official charts before entry.
What restricts entry to Dakar?
Entry is affected by heavy swell. Check the live forecast on this page and official notices before approach.