Ouagadougou Weather and Climate: A Comprehensive Guide
The weather in Ouagadougou sees moderate temperature fluctuations over the course of a year.
Temperatures can be very hot at the high end
to roughly very warm at the low end.
It maintains moderate precipitation patterns.
Now, let’s break down all the climate details for a clearer picture.
Average maximum day and minimum night temperature
The weather in Ouagadougou changes moderately throughout the year, offering enough variation to appreciate each season. Typically, average maximum daytime temperatures range from a very hot 40°C in April to a very warm 32°C in the coolest month, January.
Nights are cooler, with lows often dropping to around 18°C during the colder months. Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.Temperature ranges by month
Precipitation and rainy days
On average, Ouagadougou receives a reasonable amount of rainfall, with an annual precipitation of 587 mm. The climate in Ouagadougou shows significant variation throughout the year. Expect heavy rainfall in August, with an average of 207 mm of precipitation over 15 rainy days. In contrast, December offers drier and sunnier days, with around 0 mm of rainfall over 0 rainy days. For more details, please visit our Ouagadougou Precipitation page.The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail and snow
The average number of days each month with precipitation
Sunshine over the year
Ouagadougou offers a pleasant mix of sunny and slightly overcast days. The difference in sunshine hours between December (9.7 hours daily) and September (7.2 hours daily) provides a bit of variety for visitors and residents. Visit our detailed sunshine hours page for more information.Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
Average humidity
The relative humidity is moderate throughout the year in Ouagadougou.
The city experiences its highest humidity in August, reaching 80%. In February, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 21%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
Relative humidity over the year
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Select a Month of Interest
Check the conditions for any month of the year.
The best time of year to visit Ouagadougou in Burkina Faso
Other facts from our historical weather data:Yes, the months of January, February, March, April, November and December are very dry.
April has an average maximum temperature of 40°C and is the hottest month of the year.
The coolest month is January with an average maximum temperature of 32°C.
August tops the wettest month list with 207 mm of rainfall.
December is the driest month with 0 mm of precipitation.
December is the sunniest month with an average of 290 hours of sunshine.
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