Salemata, Senegal: What to pack, what to wear, and when to go [2022]
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Traveling to Salemata, Senegal? If you're planning to go to Salemata, we've got some important information about when to go, what to wear, and what to pack.
Contents
- When to go to Salemata
- Important essentials for Salemata
- Activities for Salemata
- Salemata in January: weather and what to pack
- Salemata in February: weather and what to pack
- Salemata in March: weather and what to pack
- Salemata in April: weather and what to pack
- Salemata in May: weather and what to pack
- Salemata in June: weather and what to pack
- Salemata in July: weather and what to pack
- Salemata in August: weather and what to pack
- Salemata in September: weather and what to pack
- Salemata in October: weather and what to pack
- Salemata in November: weather and what to pack
- Salemata in December: weather and what to pack

About your travel guide
Hi! I'm Dev. I've traveled all over the world and in my travels, I have made many packing lists. In this series, my team and I have compiled the most useful information, as well as things we couldn't live without, to help you plan your trip.
When to go to Salemata, Senegal
Based on the climate and weather in Salemata, the best time to go is December. See below for details.
Important essentials for Salemata, Senegal
Here are some general tips on what to wear in Salemata, as well as several items to remember to pack when traveling there.
COVID-19 ESSENTIALS FOR 2022
Travel insurance that includes COVID-19 coverage
Cases are climbing again, and areas are returning to lockdown. If you or a companion get COVID-19, you may be stuck with no way home -- but travel insurance can protect you. Learn more about COVID-19 and travel insurance
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A vaccine card protector
Vaccine cards often wear out. An unreadable card can cause severe consequences. This vaccine card protector helps avoid that.
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(U.S. Residents) Telehealth COVID-19 test for entry to U.S.
U.S. residents still need a certified COVID-19 test to return home, but it can now be via Zoom. Learn more
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Touchless thermometer
A touchless thermometer is important to have.
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Hand sanitizer
This hand sanitizer is an easy-to-carry plane-friendly choice.
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Kids' KN95 masks
N95 masks don't exist for kids. These are a good alternative (and can also be used by adults if N95 masks are not available).
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N95 masks
These N95 masks provide the best level of COVID protection available.
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Travel disinfecting wipes
Use these to sanitize plane and hotel surfaces.
General health necessities
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Emergency water purifier
Some rural areas may have unreliable tap water, so it's useful to bring an emergency water purifier like this one.
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Travel first aid kit
This one is a excellent value.
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Emergency motion sickness relief
Don't forget these
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For families with young children
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Plug adapter
A plug adapter that supports outlet types C, D, E and K. This one should be appropriate for most places, but you may want to check with your hotel.
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Emergency phone
For this area, we suggest a good satellite phone. We recommend this satellite phoneHowever, in cities, a SIM card that works in Salemata may be sufficient. A good global SIM card is this one, but check the details before buying.
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Airplane or car necessities
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Money/passport pouch
A money pouch is vital for protecting your passport and credit cards.
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Power bank for devices
A portable power bank, like this one
What to wear/what to pack for Salemata, Senegal by month
Already know when you're traveling?
January
If you are traveling to Salemata in January, you will notice that it very dry with almost no rain. Average temperatures (including nighttime) are in the high 70s F (mid 20s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
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Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
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Cool and dry dresses
These dresses offer UV protection and cool you.
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Sunglasses
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Breatheable shirts
A cooling shirt can keep you cool and protect you from UV rays:
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Bug repellent
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Waterproof sandals
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Insulated water bottle
Our best choice:
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Loose-fit shorts
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Skirts
February
February in this region very dry with almost no rain. Temperatures average in the low 80s F (high 20s C), with daytime temperatures significantly higher.
What to wear/what to pack:
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Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
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Loose-fit shorts
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Breatheable shirts
A good breatheable shirt can cool you down quickly and protect you from skin damage:
-
Waterproof sandals
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Bug repellent
-
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses can provide UV protection and cool you.
-
Skirts
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Sunglasses
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Insulated water bottle
Our favorite:
March
March in Salemata very dry with almost no rain. Temperatures average in the 80s F (low 30s C), with daytime temperatures significantly higher.
What to wear/what to pack:
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Bug bite relief
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Insulated water bottle
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High-SPF sunscreen lotion
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Sunglasses
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Thin short sleeve shirts
You should pack extra, since these are likely to get wet or dirty.
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Personal cooling fan
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Skirts
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Cooling tank or crop tops
These are engineered to cool you:
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Bug repellent
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Lightweight 'harem' pants
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Sun protecting pants/skirts
These will keep your legs safe from UV rays while also cool. Our favorites:
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Light linen shorts
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Light dresses
These Columbia dresses are engineered for cooling and offer UV protection.
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Waterproof sandals
April
April very dry with almost no rain. Temperatures average in the high 80s F (low 30s C), with daytime temperatures significantly higher.
What to wear/what to pack:
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Light linen shorts
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Light dresses
These Columbia dresses are created to help you stay cool and to provide UV protection.
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Protecting pants
These will keep you safe from UV rays while also cool. Our favorites:
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Thin short sleeve shirts
Make sure pack additional, as these easily get wet or dirty.
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Cooling tank or crop tops
These are specially designed for cooling:
-
Waterproof sandals
-
Bug repellent
-
Sunglasses
-
Lightweight 'harem' pants
-
High-SPF sunscreen lotion
- https://amzn.to/31Mz9kT
Bug bite relief
-
Insulated water bottle
-
Skirts
-
Personal cooling fan
May
May in this region can be excruciatingly hot. Temperatures average in the low 80s F (low 30s C), with daytime temperatures significantly higher. It rains occasionally.
What to wear/what to pack:
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Lightweight 'harem' pants
-
Thin short sleeve shirts
Be sure pack extra, as these get wet or dirty.
- https://amzn.to/31Mz9kT
Bug bite relief
-
Skirts
-
Light linen shorts
-
Light dresses
These Columbia dresses are engineered to help you stay cool and to provide UV protection.
-
Bug repellent
-
Protecting pants
These will keep your legs protected from UV rays while also cool. Our favorites:
-
Sunglasses
-
Waterproof sandals
-
Insulated water bottle
-
Personal cooling fan
-
Cooling tank or crop tops
These are developed to help you stay cool:
-
High-SPF sunscreen lotion
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A rain coat to layer with a coat
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100% waterproof footwear
We use rain boots:
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Rain pants
These pants can be a lifesaver in a rainstorm.
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Waterproof phone bag
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Umbrella
This one is a great choice.
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Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your suitcases stay dry. We like:
June
If you are traveling to Salemata in June, you will notice that it can be sweltering. Expect it to rain about a third of the time. Average temperatures (including nighttime) are in the 80s F (high 20s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
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Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
-
Bug repellent
-
Sunglasses
-
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses can provide UV protection and help you stay cool.
-
Breatheable shirts
A breatheable shirt can make you comfortable and guard against skin damage:
-
Loose-fit shorts
-
Waterproof sandals
-
Skirts
-
Insulated water bottle
Our first choice:
-
A rain coat to layer with a jacket
-
100% waterproof footwear
We like rain boots:
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Rain pants
These pants will be a lifesaver in a rainstorm.
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Waterproof phone bag
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Wind resistant umbrella
This one is a great option.
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Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your suitcases stay dry. We like:
July
July for Salemata is really hot. Temperatures average in the low 80s F (high 20s C), with daytime temperatures significantly higher. It rains about half of the time.
What to wear/what to pack:
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Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
-
Waterproof sandals
-
Breatheable shirts
A breatheable shirt can keep you comfortable and guard against UV rays:
-
Loose-fit shorts
-
Skirts
-
Insulated water bottle
Our best choice:
-
Bug repellent
-
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses to provide UV protection and help you stay cool.
-
Sunglasses
-
A rain poncho to layer with another jacket
-
100% waterproof footwear
We suggest these rain boots:
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Rain pants
Rain pants can be vital in a storm.
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Waterproof phone bag
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Windproof umbrella
This one is an excellent one to buy.
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Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your things stay dry. We like:
August
August is constantly hot. Temperatures average in the low 80s F (high 20s C), with daytime temperatures significantly higher. It rains about two thirds of the time.
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Loose-fit shorts
-
Breatheable shirts
A cooling shirt can keep you cool and guard against UV rays:
-
Sunglasses
-
Bug repellent
-
Skirts
-
Waterproof sandals
-
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
-
Insulated water bottle
Our favorite:
-
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses can provide UV protection and cool you.
-
A rain coat to layer with another jacket
-
100% waterproof footwear
We suggest these rain boots:
-
Rain pants
These pants will be vital in a storm.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Wind resistant umbrella
This one is a perfect one to buy.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your suitcases don't get wet. We like:
September
September in Salemata is consistently hot. Temperatures average in the low 80s F (high 20s C), with daytime temperatures significantly higher. It rains about half of the time.
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses include UV protection and help you stay cool.
-
Loose-fit shorts
-
Skirts
-
Waterproof sandals
-
Breatheable shirts
A good breatheable shirt can make you comfortable and guard against the sun:
-
Sunglasses
-
Insulated water bottle
Our fave:
-
Bug repellent
-
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
-
A rain coat to layer with a jacket
-
100% waterproof footwear
We use rain boots:
-
Rain pants
These pants are essential in a storm.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Wind resistant umbrella
This one is a great one to buy.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your bags remain dry. We suggest:
October
If you are traveling to Salemata in October, you will notice that it is consistently hot. Expect it to rain regularly. Average temperatures (including nighttime) are in the low 80s F (high 20s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Loose-fit shorts
-
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses to provide UV protection and keep you cool.
-
Bug repellent
-
Insulated water bottle
Our best choice:
-
Skirts
-
Sunglasses
-
Waterproof sandals
-
Breatheable shirts
A cooling shirt can cool you down quickly and guard against the sun:
-
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
-
A rain poncho to layer with a jacket
-
100% waterproof footwear
We suggest these rain boots:
-
Rain pants
These are essential in a rainstorm.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Windproof umbrella
This one is an excellent one to buy.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your bags stay dry. We suggest:
November
Traveling to Salemata in November, you will notice that it very dry with almost no rain. Average temperatures (including nighttime) are in the low 80s F (high 20s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses to provide UV protection and keep you cool.
-
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
-
Breatheable shirts
A good breatheable shirt can keep you cool and protect you from skin damage:
-
Waterproof sandals
-
Bug repellent
-
Insulated water bottle
Our best choice:
-
Sunglasses
-
Skirts
-
Loose-fit shorts
December
December in this region very dry with almost no rain. Temperatures average in the high 70s F (mid 20s C), with daytime temperatures significantly higher.
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Loose-fit shorts
-
Skirts
-
Sunglasses
-
Bug repellent
-
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses to provide UV protection and help you stay cool.
-
Waterproof sandals
-
Insulated water bottle
Our fave:
-
Breatheable shirts
A breathing shirt can keep you comfortable and protect you from skin damage:
-
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
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