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Storms and rain expected in Dakar, Thiès and Mbour

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The National Civil Aviation and Meteorology Agency forecasts light to moderate rain and thunderstorms in some areas of Dakar, Thiès and Mbour on 11 October 2026 between 6 a.m. and noon. The weather bulletin urges residents to take care when travelling, but does not indicate any particular alert level.

There is a risk of thunderstorms and light to moderate rain on Sunday morning in Dakar, Thiès and Mbour, Senegal. Forecasts from the National Civil Aviation and Meteorology Agency (ANACIM) are valid from 6 a.m. to noon, according to its bulletin of 11 October 2026.

Rainfall may be accompanied by thunderstorms in some areas. ANACIM is urging residents of the three localities to take care when travelling and carrying out morning activities.

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