Senegal
Geographical & General Info
Capital: Dakar
Population: approx. 17.3 million
Languages: French (official), Wolof (most spoken)
Area: 196,722 km²
Time Zone: UTC+0 (GMT)
Currency: West African CFA franc (XOF)
Flag Colors: Green, yellow, red with a green star
National Holiday: April 4
National Anthem: Pincez Tous vos Koras, Frappez les Balafons
Neighboring Countries: Mauritania, Mali, Guinea, Guinea-Bissau, The Gambia
Top 15 Largest Cities
- Dakar
- Touba
- Thiès
- Rufisque
- Kaolack
- M'Bour
- Ziguinchor
- Saint-Louis
- Diourbel
- Louga
- Tambacounda
- Kolda
- Mbacké
- Tivaouane
- Richard-Toll
Top 15 Attractions
- Gorée Island
- Lac Rose (Lake Retba)
- Djoudj National Bird Sanctuary
- Saint-Louis (historic city center)
- Saly Portudal
- African Renaissance Monument
- Niokolo-Koba National Park
- Sine-Saloum Delta
- Casamance Region
- Great Mosque of Touba
- Cap Skirring
- Bandia Reserve
- Ngor Island
- Lompoul Desert
- Mosque of the Divinity (Dakar)
Climate & Nature
Senegal has a tropical climate featuring a dry season (November to May) and a rainy season (June to October). The landscape ranges from dry savannas and baobab trees in the north to lush tropical forests and mangroves in the south.
Culture & Gastronomy
Senegalese culture is renowned for 'Teranga' (hospitality), vibrant musical traditions (mbalax), and colorful attire. Its cuisine is among the finest in West Africa, famous for dishes like Thiéboudienne (fish and rice), Yassa (marinated chicken or fish with onions), and Mafé (peanut stew).
Economy
Senegal's economy is one of the most stable in West Africa. Key sectors include agriculture (peanuts), fishing, mining (phosphate and gold), tourism, and services centered around the international port of Dakar.
Did You Know?
- The Gambia is almost entirely surrounded by Senegal, except for its coastline?
- Dakar was the historic finish line of the famous desert rally, the 'Paris-Dakar'?
- Lac Rose (Lake Retba) owes its striking pink color to high salt concentration and unique algae?
- The baobab tree is the national tree of Senegal, symbolizing strength and community?
- The African Renaissance Monument in Dakar is taller than the Statue of Liberty in New York?
Live footage: Discover Senegal via webcams and livestreams
Watch the most current webcams in Senegal and enjoy real-time footage from beautiful locations. Whether you want to check the current weather, see the crowds at points of interest, or simply want to daydream with a livestream from Senegal: our interactive map points you to the best camera viewpoints.
All webcam locations in Senegal: Weather & Info
In the list below you'll find all available webcams from Senegal in alphabetical order. Click on a city for the full live connection, current temperature, wind speed and local weather conditions for that specific place.
