Dakar (offshore)
Dakar (offshore) on the coast in Dakar (Almadies). Coastal and sea fishing with species ranked by weather, water temperature and season, see below.
Conditions right now
Water temperature is an estimate based on weather and season.
Best times today
Local time at the spot, from the most likely species' daily rhythm.
Next hours
Likely catch now (7 species)
About the fishing here
Dakar (offshore) is a coastal fishing spot in Dakar (Almadies). The fishing here is from the shore.
Popular catches here include Great Barracuda, Atlantic Sailfish, West African Spanish Mackerel, Giant Trevally, Atlantic Tarpon and Leerfish.
Great Barracuda fishing is usually best around Jan-Dec. The best windows are usually dawn, day and dusk.
A national or regional fishing permit is generally required here. Check the local rules. Napp ranks the species above from the live weather, water temperature, season and time of day, so the order changes through the day.
Tips right now
Fishing permit
You need a fishing permit (fiskekort) to fish here. Buy it online:
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Common questions
What fish can you catch at Dakar (offshore)?
Popular catches here include Great Barracuda, Atlantic Sailfish, West African Spanish Mackerel, Giant Trevally, Atlantic Tarpon, Leerfish and African Red Snapper.
Do you need a fishing license at Dakar (offshore)?
Usually yes. Most countries require a national or regional fishing permit. Check the local rules via the link on this page.
When is the best time to fish Dakar (offshore)?
Great Barracuda fishing is usually best around Jan-Dec. The best windows are usually dawn, day and dusk.
What is biting at Dakar (offshore) right now?
Right now Great Barracuda is the most likely catch, at about 19%.