2026 Rainy Season: ANACIM warns of possible false starts in central Senegal

ANACIM warns of potential false starts of the rainy season in central Senegal due to a rainfall pause since June 24. Seedlings are at risk and soil water reserves are low. There is a marked contrast between north and south, with weak rains in the center and south. Rain episodes are expected from July 13, with a significant storm event between July 16 and 20.