Coldest Cities in Senegal

Top 100 cities ranked by coldest cities

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Coldest Cities — Senegal

1 Le Plateau 01 75°F

2 Dakar 01 76°F

3 Guédiawaye 01 76°F

4 Mermoz Boabab 01 76°F

5 N’diareme limamoulaye 01 76°F

6 Pikine 01 76°F

7 Bargny 01 78°F

8 Bargny Guèdj 01 78°F

9 Bargny Ngoude 01 78°F

10 Diamniadio 01 78°F

11 Jaxaay Parcelle Niakoul Rap 01 78°F

12 Niakoul Rab 01 78°F

13 Rufisque 01 78°F

14 Rufisque est 01 78°F

15 Sangalkam 01 78°F

16 Kayar 07 78°F

17 Ngaparou 07 78°F

18 Sali 07 78°F

19 Somone 07 78°F

20 Saint-Louis 14 79°F

21 Mboro 07 79°F

22 Nguékhokh 07 79°F

23 Poponguine 07 79°F

24 Pout 07 79°F

25 Sébikhotane 01 79°F

26 Karang 09 79°F

27 Tionk Essil 12 79°F

28 Dougnane 07 79°F

29 Guéoul 13 79°F

30 Kébémer 13 79°F

31 Ziguinchor 12 79°F

32 Bignona 12 80°F

33 Diouloulou 12 80°F

34 Joal 07 80°F

35 Mékhé 07 80°F

36 Thiès 07 80°F

37 Thiès Nones 07 80°F

38 Mbour 07 80°F

39 Goudomp 18 80°F

40 Tivaouane 07 80°F

41 Louga 13 80°F

42 Kbombole 07 80°F

43 Khombole 07 80°F

44 Pal 14 80°F

45 Dabo 11 80°F

46 Kolda 11 80°F

47 Marsassoum 11 80°F

48 Sédhiou 18 80°F

49 Thiadiaye 07 80°F

50 Bounkiling 18 80°F

51 Diaoubé 11 80°F

52 Ndiagne 13 80°F

53 Sokone 09 80°F

54 Kounkané 11 81°F

55 Bambey 03 81°F

56 Foundiougne 09 81°F

57 Madina Wandifa 18 81°F

58 Soum 09 81°F

59 Médina Gounas 11 81°F

60 Ndiamakouta 18 81°F

61 Tambacounda 05 81°F

62 Vélingara 11 81°F

63 Ross-Bétio 14 81°F

64 Diofior 09 81°F

65 Nganda 16 81°F

66 Touba 03 81°F

67 Nioro du Rip 10 81°F

68 Fatick 09 81°F

69 Malèm Hodar 16 81°F

70 Richard-Toll 14 81°F

71 Rosso 14 81°F

72 Diourbel 03 82°F

73 Kaffrine 16 82°F

74 Koumpentoum 05 82°F

75 Poukham Un 09 82°F

76 Tiébo 03 82°F

77 Keur Médoune 03 82°F

78 Mbaké 03 82°F

79 Ndofane 10 82°F

80 Birkelane 16 82°F

81 Gandiaye 10 82°F

82 Koungheul 16 82°F

83 Koungneul Sossé 16 82°F

84 Passi 09 82°F

85 Gossas Village 09 82°F

86 Guinguinéo 10 82°F

87 Keur Madiabel 10 82°F

88 Sibassor 10 82°F

89 Kahone 10 82°F

90 Kaolack 10 82°F

91 Dagana 14 83°F

92 Gaé 14 83°F

93 Goudiry 05 83°F

94 Dara 13 83°F

95 Ndibène Dahra 13 83°F

96 Kédougou 17 83°F

97 Linguère 13 84°F

98 Bakel 05 84°F

99 Kidira 05 84°F

100 Podor 14 84°F

The coldest cities in Senegal experience low average annual temperatures, with long winters and significant snowfall. Le Plateau has an average annual temperature of just 75°F.

Cold-climate cities often feature distinct four-season lifestyles with winter sports, fall foliage, and summer outdoor recreation. Many residents value the seasonal changes and outdoor activities that come with colder climates, including skiing, snowboarding, and ice fishing.

Living in cold-climate cities typically means higher heating costs, the need for winter-ready vehicles and clothing, and seasonal challenges like snow removal. However, these cities often compensate with lower costs of living, less crowding, and strong community bonds forged through shared seasonal experiences.

Did You Know?

1. At 75°F average, Le Plateau experiences temperatures well below freezing for months each year.
2. Cold-climate cities often have underground walkway systems, enclosed skyways, or heated bus shelters to help residents navigate harsh winters.
3. Despite the cold, many of these cities rank high in quality of life due to strong economies, good schools, and vibrant cultural scenes.

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