March Rainfall and Precipitation in Burkina Faso

Monthly rainfall totals, rainy days and the driest cities across Burkina Faso in March.

Burkina Faso experiences precipitation in March ranging from almost none in Dori with 0.9 mm (0.04 in) of rainfall to low in Gaoua with 21 mm (0.8 in) of rainfall.

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
Monthly precipitation 0 mm (0 in) dry → 150 mm (5.9 in) wet

Marker color shows total monthly precipitation in March: pale blue is dry, deep blue is wet.

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Burkina Faso precipitation in March: frequently asked questions

How much rainfall does Burkina Faso receive in March?

In March, Ouagadougou typically receives modest rainfall, around 2.2 mm (0.1 in), making this a relatively dry month.

How many days does it rain in Burkina Faso in March?

Ouagadougou sees roughly a single day rainy days during March.

Is March part of the rainy season in Burkina Faso?

Not really. March is outside the wettest stretch of the year in Burkina Faso.

What is the wettest city in March in Burkina Faso?

Looking at our data, Gaoua tops the wettest-cities list in Burkina Faso for March, with monthly rainfall averaging 21 mm (0.8 in).

What is the driest city in March in Burkina Faso?

The driest place is Dori with an average rainfall of 0.9 mm (0.04 in) according to our data.

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