Burkina Faso

Burkina Faso Weather in March

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

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Ouagadougou Koudougou Bobo-Dioulasso Dori

Planning a journey to Burkina Faso this March and curious over the weather conditions to await? Your essential details are found on this page, answering your query:

What to Expect in Burkina Faso in March

March in Burkina Faso generally has very hot temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from almost none to low.

Temperatures

You can expect very hot maximum daytime temperatures of around 39°C (102°F) and nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°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 specific regional insights in Burkina Faso, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In March, precipitation varies across different areas. From almost no rainfall in Dori with an average of 0.9 mm (0.04 in) to low rainfall in Gaoua with 21 mm (0.8 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine is generally plentiful throughout many areas. Ouagadougou enjoys about 265 hours of sunlight, ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

Explore Burkina Faso by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Burkina Faso — and find the best time to visit. (based on Ouagadougou)

January33°C (91°F) February36°C (97°F) March39°C (102°F) April40°C (104°F) May39°C (102°F) This monthJune36°C (97°F) July33°C (91°F) August32°C (90°F) September33°C (91°F) October36°C (97°F) November37°C (99°F) December34°C (93°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Burkina Faso in March

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Burkina Faso.

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

Temperature range in Burkina Faso (March)

Precipitation variation in Burkina Faso (March)

Ouagadougou

In March Ouagadougou generally has extremely high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 39°C (102°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
36°C (97°F)
39°C (102°F)
40°C (104°F)
Min temperature
21°C (70°F)
25°C (77°F)
27°C (81°F)
Monthly sun hours
265 hours
265 hours
265 hours
Monthly rainfall
0.7 mm (0.03 in)
2.2 mm (0.1 in)
12 mm (0.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
0 days
a single day
3 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
unpleasant
unpleasant
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Koudougou

In March Koudougou generally has extremely high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 39°C (102°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
36°C (97°F)
39°C (102°F)
40°C (104°F)
Min temperature
21°C (70°F)
25°C (77°F)
27°C (81°F)
Monthly rainfall
0.7 mm (0.03 in)
2.9 mm (0.1 in)
14 mm (0.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
0 days
a single day
3 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
unpleasant
unpleasant
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Bobo-Dioulasso

In March Bobo-Dioulasso generally has extremely high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 39°C (102°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
37°C (99°F)
39°C (102°F)
38°C (100°F)
Min temperature
22°C (72°F)
25°C (77°F)
27°C (81°F)
Monthly sun hours
246 hours
252 hours
235 hours
Monthly rainfall
1.6 mm (0.1 in)
10 mm (0.4 in)
40 mm (1.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
0 days
2 days
4 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
unpleasant
poor
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Dori

In March Dori generally has extremely high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 39°C (102°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
36°C (97°F)
39°C (102°F)
42°C (108°F)
Min temperature
20°C (68°F)
24°C (75°F)
27°C (81°F)
Monthly sun hours
278 hours
300 hours
272 hours
Monthly rainfall
0.2 mm (0.01 in)
0.9 mm (0.04 in)
1.8 mm (0.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
0 days
a single day
a single day
Weather conditions
unpleasant
unpleasant
unpleasant
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Fada N'gourma

In March Fada N'gourma generally has extremely high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 40°C (104°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C (79°F) and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
37°C (99°F)
40°C (104°F)
40°C (104°F)
Min temperature
22°C (72°F)
26°C (79°F)
28°C (82°F)
Monthly sun hours
275 hours
288 hours
249 hours
Monthly rainfall
0.8 mm (0.03 in)
3.7 mm (0.1 in)
15 mm (0.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
0 days
a single day
3 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
unpleasant
unpleasant
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In our records: Burkina Faso March extremes

Notable March records observed across cities in Burkina Faso in our climate database (1978 – 2026). Historic readings can vary in quality, so treat these as illustrative.

  • Based on our data, the coldest March night in Burkina Faso dropped to -5°C (23°F) in Ouagadougou on March 8, 1993.

Popular cities in March

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Ouagadougou 39°C (102°F) 25°C (77°F) 2.2 mm (0.1 in)
Koudougou 39°C (102°F) 25°C (77°F) 2.9 mm (0.1 in)
Bobo-Dioulasso 39°C (102°F) 25°C (77°F) 10 mm (0.4 in)
Dori 39°C (102°F) 24°C (75°F) 0.9 mm (0.04 in)
Gaoua 39°C (102°F) 26°C (79°F) 21 mm (0.8 in)
Fada N'gourma 40°C (104°F) 26°C (79°F) 3.7 mm (0.1 in)

Burkina Faso weather in March: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Burkina Faso in March?

In March, Burkina Faso generally has poor weather conditions. Ouagadougou sees daytime temperatures near 39°C (102°F), with nights cooling to roughly 25°C (77°F).

What is the average temperature in Burkina Faso in March?

In Ouagadougou, the average daytime high in March is 39°C (102°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 25°C (77°F).

Does Burkina Faso get a lot of rain in March?

March is on the drier side in Burkina Faso. Ouagadougou averages only about 2.2 mm (0.1 in), with most days staying dry.

Is March a Good Time to Visit Burkina Faso?

In our opinion, March may not be the ideal time to visit Burkina Faso due to the typically unpleasant weather in Ouagadougou.

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

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