Burkina Faso

Burkina Faso Weather in December

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Burkina Faso in December.

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Ouagadougou Koudougou Bobo-Dioulasso Dori

Thinking about venturing to Burkina Faso this December and curious about the weather conditions to expect? This page holds all the key information you seek, responding to your question:

What to Expect in Burkina Faso in December

December in Burkina Faso generally has very warm temperatures, with almost no precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect very warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 34°C (93°F) and nighttime temperatures around 18°C (64°F) in Ouagadougou. The temperatures mentioned for both day and night are typical averages. However some days might get even hotter. It's best to stay prepared by wearing cloths suitable for the warmth.

For a closer look at conditions across Burkina Faso, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

December is a very dry month with an average rainfall of around 0 mm (0 in) in Ouagadougou. Looking at the climate data spanning the last 30 years, this month usually has the lowest rainfall in Ouagadougou, marking it as the year's driest month.

Average sunshine

Several destinations enjoy plenty of sunshine this month. Ouagadougou sees close to 290 hours of sunlight, making it great for sun lovers.

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Best Places to Visit in Burkina Faso in December

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in Burkina Faso

What is the weather like in December for some of the most popular destinations in Burkina Faso?

Temperature range in Burkina Faso (December)

Precipitation variation in Burkina Faso (December)

Ouagadougou

In December Ouagadougou generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 34°C (93°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 18°C (64°F) and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
37°C (99°F)
34°C (93°F)
33°C (91°F)
Min temperature
21°C (70°F)
18°C (64°F)
18°C (64°F)
Monthly sun hours
280 hours
290 hours
288 hours
Monthly rainfall
0.9 mm (0.04 in)
0 mm (0 in)
0.2 mm (0.01 in)
Monthly rainy days
a single day
0 days
0 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
pleasant
perfect
Climate in Ouagadougou →

Koudougou

In December Koudougou generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 34°C (93°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 19°C (66°F) and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
36°C (97°F)
34°C (93°F)
33°C (91°F)
Min temperature
21°C (70°F)
19°C (66°F)
19°C (66°F)
Monthly rainfall
1.2 mm (0.05 in)
0 mm (0 in)
0.2 mm (0.01 in)
Monthly rainy days
a single day
0 days
0 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
pleasant
perfect
Climate in Koudougou →

Bobo-Dioulasso

In December Bobo-Dioulasso generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 34°C (93°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 19°C (66°F) and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
35°C (95°F)
34°C (93°F)
34°C (93°F)
Min temperature
21°C (70°F)
19°C (66°F)
19°C (66°F)
Monthly sun hours
272 hours
266 hours
284 hours
Monthly rainfall
4.8 mm (0.2 in)
0.1 mm (0 in)
0.5 mm (0.02 in)
Monthly rainy days
a single day
0 days
0 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
pleasant
pleasant
Climate in Bobo-Dioulasso →

Dori

In December Dori generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 34°C (93°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 18°C (64°F) and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
37°C (99°F)
34°C (93°F)
32°C (90°F)
Min temperature
21°C (70°F)
18°C (64°F)
17°C (63°F)
Monthly sun hours
299 hours
297 hours
300 hours
Monthly rainfall
0.1 mm (0 in)
0 mm (0 in)
0.1 mm (0 in)
Monthly rainy days
0 days
0 days
0 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
pleasant
perfect
Climate in Dori →

Fada N'gourma

In December Fada N'gourma generally has extremely high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 35°C (95°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 20°C (68°F) and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
37°C (99°F)
35°C (95°F)
34°C (93°F)
Min temperature
22°C (72°F)
20°C (68°F)
19°C (66°F)
Monthly sun hours
294 hours
292 hours
298 hours
Monthly rainfall
1.1 mm (0.04 in)
0 mm (0 in)
0.1 mm (0 in)
Monthly rainy days
a single day
a single day
0 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
tolerable
pleasant
Climate in Fada N'gourma →

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Popular cities in December

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Burkina Faso in December.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Ouagadougou 34°C (93°F) 18°C (64°F) 0 mm (0 in)
Koudougou 34°C (93°F) 19°C (66°F) 0 mm (0 in)
Bobo-Dioulasso 34°C (93°F) 19°C (66°F) 0.1 mm (0 in)
Dori 34°C (93°F) 18°C (64°F) 0 mm (0 in)
Gaoua 35°C (95°F) 20°C (68°F) 0.9 mm (0.04 in)
Fada N'gourma 35°C (95°F) 20°C (68°F) 0 mm (0 in)

Burkina Faso weather in December: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Burkina Faso in December?

In December, Burkina Faso generally has poor weather conditions. Ouagadougou sees daytime temperatures near 34°C (93°F), with nights cooling to roughly 18°C (64°F).

What is the average temperature in Burkina Faso in December?

Average temperatures in Burkina Faso during December range from a nighttime low near 18°C (64°F) to a daytime high around 34°C (93°F) in Ouagadougou.

Does Burkina Faso get a lot of rain in December?

Rain is generally moderate to light in Burkina Faso during December, with Ouagadougou averaging close to 0 mm (0 in).

Is December a Good Time to Visit Burkina Faso?

Given the typically pleasant weather conditions in Ouagadougou, December may not be the ideal time to visit Burkina Faso.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in January offering mostly tolerable weather in Ouagadougou. On the other hand, the months of February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

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