Dori weather in August (Burkina Faso)

How does the August weather in Dori compare to other months? Discover if this is the best time for your journey with our detailed monthly weather breakdown.

Temperatures

In August, Dori tends to experience very high temperatures and high rainfall. In the daytime, temperatures tend to hover near 34°C, cooling down at night to around 24°C. Bear in mind, these are average temperatures, and it can get even warmer on particular days. Make sure to choose clothing that accommodates the warmth.

Precipitation

Dori in August usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 128 mm for the month. As the month with the most rain, you'll want to have an umbrella with you to manage the frequent showers. Historically, the month has about 11 days of rain.

Average sunshine

There are approximately 250 hours of sunshine this month, meaning plenty of sunny days and a vibrant atmosphere.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, January typically offers the best circumstances. While July and September tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Dori climate page with graphs.

 

Dori, monthly averages in August

Min Temperature 24°C  

Max Temperature 34°C  

Chance of Rain 38%  

Precipitation 128 mm  

Rainy days 11 days  

Humidity 80%  

Sunshine 250 hours  

Percentage Sunshine  

Where to go in Burkina Faso in August

Find out more about the weather in Burkina Faso and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

Weather conditions Weather

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

It's going to be warm! Consider airy clothing, t-shirts, and other summer clothes. Shorts for men made of cotton or linen are good options for staying cool. However, there's a good chance of rain, so bring a raincoat just in case.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming

9/10

Cycling

7/10

Walking

7/10

Camping

6/10

Outdoor sports

7/10

Interested in more climate information?

This site provides you with all the information you need about the climate in Dori.

Our site offers climate and forecast data for every country in the world. Are you going to Burkina Faso? On this website you can find historical weather averages for many cities in Burkina Faso. Not sure yet where to go? We now have a tool which recommends destinations that suit your ideal travel conditions. Find out where to go with our weather planner.