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Ouagadougou weather and climate in 2024
Day
36 °C
Night
23 °C
Sea
0 °C
Precipitation
36 mm
in month
Rainy days
5 days
in month
Daylight
12 hours
average
Sunshine
9 hours
average
Humidity
60 %
Day
36 °C
Night
23 °C
Sea
0 °C
Precipitation
36 mm
in month
Rainy days
5 days
in month
Daylight
12 hours
average
Sunshine
9 hours
average
Humidity
60 %
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Weather overview
Ouagadougou (Burkina Faso) in general has a tropical climate. The day temperatures range from 32 °C (89 °F) in August to 40 °C (103 °F) in April. The highest night temperatures could be experienced in May with 27 °C (81 °F), the lowest in January with 17 °C (62 °F). The least rainy month in Ouagadougou is December with its 0 days of rain, the rainiest month is August, when it rains 17 days.
January weather
The tourist season is taking place in Ouagadougou, and the ongoing dry season is noticeable too. The day temperature descents similarly to the previous month, its value is 33 °C (91 °F), while the night temperature is on its minimum, with its value being 17 °C (62 °F).
February weather
The day temperature starts to rise, with its value of 36 °C (96 °F) in Ouagadougou, and the night temperature rise's start could be observed as well in February. The tourist season continues, and the dry season is taking place too. The humidity is on its minimum, the value of this measure is 22 %.
March weather
The day temperature rises similarly to the previous month, with its value being 38 °C (101 °F) in Ouagadougou, and the night temperature rises similarly to the previous month too, with its value of 24 °C (74 °F). The dry season is close to its peak this month. The beginning of the rise of the number of rainy days could be noticed, with its value of 1 day. The number of sun hours (without clouds) starts to descent, with its value of 8 hours.
April weather
The maximum of the day temperature is observable, with its value of 40 °C (103 °F) in Ouagadougou, while the night temperature rises similarly to the previous month, the value of this measure is 26 °C (80 °F). The rainfall amount starts to rise, while the number of rainy days continues to rise, with its value of 3 days. The dry season is taking place. The wind speed is on its maximum in April.
May weather
The number of rainy days rises similarly to the previous month in Ouagadougou, and the rainfall amount rises similarly to the previous month too, its value is 61 mm (2.41 in). The beginning of the descent of the day temperature could be noticed, with its value of 39 °C (101 °F), while the maximum of the night temperature can be noticed, with its value of 27 °C (81 °F). The number of sun hours (without clouds) rise's start could be observed, with its value of 8 hours.
June weather
The rise of the number of rainy days can be observed, with its value being 9 days in Ouagadougou, and the rainfall amount rises similarly to the previous month as well, the value of this measure is 102 mm (4.00 in). The day temperature continues to descent, the value of this measure is 36 °C (97 °F), while the beginning of the descent of the night temperature could be noticed in June. The number of sun hours (without clouds) descent's start could be observed, with its value being 8 hours. The maximum of the day length can be noticed, with its value being 13 hours.
July weather
The descent of the day temperature can be observed in Ouagadougou, and the night temperature descents similarly to the previous month too, with its value being 24 °C (75 °F). The wet season is about to start. The number of rainy days continues to rise, with its value of 14 days, and the rise of the rainfall amount can be observed too, with its value being 181 mm (7.12 in). The number of sun hours (without clouds) descents similarly to the previous month, the value of this measure is 7 hours.
August weather
The minimum of the day temperature can be noticed, the value of this measure is 32 °C (89 °F) in Ouagadougou, while the night temperature continues to descent, its value is 23 °C (73 °F). The maximum of the number of rainy days is observable, with its value being 17 days, and the rainfall amount is on its maximum too, with its value of 220 mm (8.66 in). The wet season is taking place. The number of sun hours (without clouds) is on its minimum, the value of this measure is 7 hours.
September weather
The beginning of the rise of the day temperature could be noticed, the value of this measure is 33 °C (91 °F) in Ouagadougou. The ongoing wet season is noticeable. The rainfall amount starts to descent, its value is 138 mm (5.43 in), and the number of rainy days descent's start could be observed as well, its value is 13 days. The beginning of the rise of the number of sun hours (without clouds) could be noticed, the value of this measure is 7 hours. The wind speed is on its minimum, with its value of 2.
October weather
The rise of the day temperature can be observed, with its value of 36 °C (96 °F) in Ouagadougou. The descent of the number of rainy days can be observed, the value of this measure is 5 days, and the descent of the rainfall amount can be observed as well, with its value being 36 mm (1.43 in). The number of sun hours (without clouds) continues to rise, with its value of 9 hours.
November weather
The tourist season is at its beginning in November in Ouagadougou. The descent of the number of rainy days can be observed, its value is 0 days, and the rainfall amount continues to descent too, its value is 3 mm (0.10 in). The night temperature descent's start could be observed, the value of this measure is 20 °C (68 °F), while the day temperature rises similarly to the previous month, its value is 36 °C (98 °F). The number of sun hours (without clouds) is on its maximum in November.
December weather
The tourist season continues in December in Ouagadougou. The day temperature descent's start could be observed, the value of this measure is 34 °C (92 °F), while the night temperature descents similarly to the previous month, with its value of 17 °C (62 °F). The minimum of the rainfall amount can be noticed, with its value being 0 mm (0.00 in), and the number of rainy days reaches its minimum as well, its value is 0 days. The number of sun hours (without clouds) starts to descent, its value is 9 hours.
FAQs
What is the average number of rainy days in January in Ouagadougou?
In Ouagadougou in January, we can expect 0 days to be rainy, that is, days when precipitation exceeds 2 mm (0.08 in). Converted to days of the week, this means that it will occur on an average of 0.0 days of the week, or in general - 0 % days.
Is February a good month to visit Ouagadougou?
In Ouagadougou in February, there are ideal conditions for a vacation. At night, temperatures hover around a pleasant 20 °C (67 °F). You can expect just 0 days of rain during the month, taking an umbrella is not necessary. Some people will find 36 °C (96 °F) temperature high, while others will enjoy it.
How humid is Ouagadougou in March?
In March in Ouagadougou, expect humidity around 28 %.
Is April part of the wet season in Ouagadougou?
No, there is no wet season in Ouagadougou in April - you can expect 3 days of rain during the month.
Is May part of the dry season in Ouagadougou?
No, May is not a dry month in Ouagadougou, expect rain approximately 7 days in a month.
How many hours of sun to expect in Ouagadougou in June?
There is an average length of sunshine of 8 hours per day in Ouagadougou in June.
What is the air temperature in Ouagadougou in October at night?
The average night temperature in Ouagadougou in October is 23 °C (74 °F). A very pleasant temperature for long evening walks, fun over a drink outside, or doing sports in the morning. If possible, look for a hotel with air conditioning.
What is the temperature in Ouagadougou during the day in November?
In November in Ouagadougou, the average daily temperatures will be 36 °C (98 °F). High temperature, when staying in other than air-conditioned rooms or water can be uncomfortable. Be sure to bring sunscreen, very light clothing, and strictly look for rooms with air conditioning.
Is it hot in December in Ouagadougou?
Yes, it is hot in Ouagadougou in December, although the perception of heat can be subjective. Daytime temperatures rise to 34 °C (92 °F).
We make the most from 40 years of historical weather data to predict the best weather conditions.
Deciding on where to go for a holiday is hard sometimes. Get inspired by the most popular destinations.
We aggregate data from combining multiple weather sources to ensure accuracy of the highest order.