Burkina Faso

Burkina Faso Weather in January

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

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Ouagadougou Koudougou Bobo-Dioulasso Dori

Considering a trip to Burkina Faso this January and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:

What to Expect in Burkina Faso in January

January in Burkina Faso generally has temperatures that range from very warm to very hot, with almost no precipitation.

Temperatures

During the day temperatures vary from very warm in Dori at 32°C (90°F) to very hot in Gaoua at 35°C (95°F). At night it cools down to 20°C (68°F) in Gaoua and 17°C (63°F) in Dori. These night and day temperatures are average and some days may be even warmer. So be prepared and dress for the heat.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Burkina Faso, check out the map below.

Precipitation

January is a very dry month with an average rainfall of around 0.2 mm (0.01 in) in Ouagadougou.

Average sunshine

Plenty of sunshine can be expected in numerous places in January. Ouagadougou typically receives 288 hours of sunlight, making it ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

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Best Places to Visit in Burkina Faso in January

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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 January for some of the most popular destinations in Burkina Faso?

Temperature range in Burkina Faso (January)

Precipitation variation in Burkina Faso (January)

Ouagadougou

In January Ouagadougou generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 33°C (91°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 18°C (64°F) and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
34°C (93°F)
33°C (91°F)
36°C (97°F)
Min temperature
18°C (64°F)
18°C (64°F)
21°C (70°F)
Monthly sun hours
290 hours
288 hours
265 hours
Monthly rainfall
0 mm (0 in)
0.2 mm (0.01 in)
0.7 mm (0.03 in)
Monthly rainy days
0 days
0 days
0 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
perfect
unpleasant
Climate in Ouagadougou →

Koudougou

In January Koudougou generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 33°C (91°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 19°C (66°F) and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
34°C (93°F)
33°C (91°F)
36°C (97°F)
Min temperature
19°C (66°F)
19°C (66°F)
21°C (70°F)
Monthly rainfall
0 mm (0 in)
0.2 mm (0.01 in)
0.7 mm (0.03 in)
Monthly rainy days
0 days
0 days
0 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
perfect
unpleasant
Climate in Koudougou →

Bobo-Dioulasso

In January 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.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
34°C (93°F)
34°C (93°F)
37°C (99°F)
Min temperature
19°C (66°F)
19°C (66°F)
22°C (72°F)
Monthly sun hours
266 hours
284 hours
246 hours
Monthly rainfall
0.1 mm (0 in)
0.5 mm (0.02 in)
1.6 mm (0.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
0 days
0 days
0 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
pleasant
unpleasant
Climate in Bobo-Dioulasso →

Dori

In January Dori generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 32°C (90°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 17°C (63°F) and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
34°C (93°F)
32°C (90°F)
36°C (97°F)
Min temperature
18°C (64°F)
17°C (63°F)
20°C (68°F)
Monthly sun hours
297 hours
300 hours
278 hours
Monthly rainfall
0 mm (0 in)
0.1 mm (0 in)
0.2 mm (0.01 in)
Monthly rainy days
0 days
0 days
0 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
perfect
unpleasant
Climate in Dori →

Fada N'gourma

In January Fada N'gourma 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.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
35°C (95°F)
34°C (93°F)
37°C (99°F)
Min temperature
20°C (68°F)
19°C (66°F)
22°C (72°F)
Monthly sun hours
292 hours
298 hours
275 hours
Monthly rainfall
0 mm (0 in)
0.1 mm (0 in)
0.8 mm (0.03 in)
Monthly rainy days
a single day
0 days
0 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
pleasant
unpleasant
Climate in Fada N'gourma →

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Popular cities in January

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Ouagadougou 33°C (91°F) 18°C (64°F) 0.2 mm (0.01 in)
Koudougou 33°C (91°F) 19°C (66°F) 0.2 mm (0.01 in)
Bobo-Dioulasso 34°C (93°F) 19°C (66°F) 0.5 mm (0.02 in)
Dori 32°C (90°F) 17°C (63°F) 0.1 mm (0 in)
Gaoua 35°C (95°F) 20°C (68°F) 0.7 mm (0.03 in)
Fada N'gourma 34°C (93°F) 19°C (66°F) 0.1 mm (0 in)

Burkina Faso weather in January: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Burkina Faso in January?

January in Burkina Faso brings tolerable weather. In Ouagadougou, daytime temperatures are typically around 33°C (91°F) and nighttime lows hover near 18°C (64°F).

What is the average temperature in Burkina Faso in January?

Ouagadougou averages a daytime maximum of 33°C (91°F) in January, with overnight lows close to 18°C (64°F).

Does Burkina Faso get a lot of rain in January?

Not particularly. Ouagadougou averages just 0.2 mm (0.01 in) of rain in January, making it a mostly dry month for Burkina Faso.

Is January a Good Time to Visit Burkina Faso?

We consider January to be one of the best times to travel to Burkina Faso. Typically, the climate in Ouagadougou is perfect.

On average, the best time to visit Burkina Faso is in January with generally tolerable weather in Ouagadougou. The weather in February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December, on the other hand, tends to be poor.

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