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Gaoua weather in August (Burkina Faso)

Looking to travel to Gaoua in August? This guide provides all the details you need.

In August, Gaoua typically experiences very high temperatures and heavy rainfall. Throughout the day, temperatures typically settle at around 30°C. But by evening, they drop to around 23°C. This month usually represents the year's cooler end of the spectrum. However, it still remains warm.

Gaoua in August usually receives heavy rainfall, averaging around 226 mm for the month. It records the year's peak rainfall, often coming down quite heavily. We recommend bringing a poncho, which will keep you dry. Typically around 16 days of rainfall is expected.

The area experiences a moderate amount of sunshine, with approximately 155 hours of sunlight expected. This makes it neither too gloomy nor overly bright.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, August may not be the ideal month to visit Gaoua. June and October typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, April and August tend to have less optimal conditions.

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

 

Gaoua, monthly averages in August

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 23°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 30°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 55%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 226 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 16 days  
SunshineSunshine 155 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine  

Where to go in Burkina Faso in August

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

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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 Gaoua in August?

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 in August.

Swimming
7/10
Cycling
7/10
Walking
7/10
Camping
6/10
Outdoor sports
7/10

Interested in more climate information?

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