Burkina Faso

Burkina Faso Weather in November

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

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Ouagadougou Koudougou Bobo-Dioulasso Dori

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What to Expect in Burkina Faso in November

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

Temperatures

The average maximum temperatures are very hot and range from 35°C (95°F) in Bobo-Dioulasso to 37°C (99°F) in Fada N'gourma. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 22°C (72°F) in Fada N'gourma and 21°C (70°F) in Bobo-Dioulasso. The temperatures cited for both day and night represent usual averages, but it's possible some days could be hotter. It's advisable to dress accordingly to handle the heat.

For specific regional insights in Burkina Faso, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In November, precipitation varies across different areas. From almost no rainfall in Dori with an average of 0.1 mm (0 in) to low rainfall in Gaoua with 7.7 mm (0.3 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine is generally plentiful throughout many areas. Ouagadougou enjoys about 280 hours of sunlight, ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

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Best Places to Visit in Burkina Faso in November

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

Temperature range in Burkina Faso (November)

Precipitation variation in Burkina Faso (November)

Ouagadougou

In November Ouagadougou generally has extremely high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 37°C (99°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 21°C (70°F) and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« October
November
December »
October
November
December
Max temperature
36°C (97°F)
37°C (99°F)
34°C (93°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
21°C (70°F)
18°C (64°F)
Monthly sun hours
273 hours
280 hours
290 hours
Monthly rainfall
34 mm (1.3 in)
0.9 mm (0.04 in)
0 mm (0 in)
Monthly rainy days
4 days
a single day
0 days
Weather conditions
poor
unpleasant
pleasant
Climate in Ouagadougou →

Koudougou

In November Koudougou generally has extremely high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 36°C (97°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 21°C (70°F) and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« October
November
December »
October
November
December
Max temperature
35°C (95°F)
36°C (97°F)
34°C (93°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
21°C (70°F)
19°C (66°F)
Monthly rainfall
35 mm (1.4 in)
1.2 mm (0.05 in)
0 mm (0 in)
Monthly rainy days
4 days
a single day
0 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
unpleasant
pleasant
Climate in Koudougou →

Bobo-Dioulasso

In November Bobo-Dioulasso generally has extremely high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 35°C (95°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 21°C (70°F) and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« October
November
December »
October
November
December
Max temperature
33°C (91°F)
35°C (95°F)
34°C (93°F)
Min temperature
23°C (73°F)
21°C (70°F)
19°C (66°F)
Monthly sun hours
256 hours
272 hours
266 hours
Monthly rainfall
62 mm (2.4 in)
4.8 mm (0.2 in)
0.1 mm (0 in)
Monthly rainy days
6 days
a single day
0 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
tolerable
pleasant
Climate in Bobo-Dioulasso →

Dori

In November Dori generally has extremely high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 37°C (99°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 21°C (70°F) and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« October
November
December »
October
November
December
Max temperature
38°C (100°F)
37°C (99°F)
34°C (93°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
21°C (70°F)
18°C (64°F)
Monthly sun hours
303 hours
299 hours
297 hours
Monthly rainfall
8.1 mm (0.3 in)
0.1 mm (0 in)
0 mm (0 in)
Monthly rainy days
2 days
0 days
0 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
unpleasant
pleasant
Climate in Dori →

Fada N'gourma

In November Fada N'gourma generally has extremely high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 37°C (99°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 22°C (72°F) and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« October
November
December »
October
November
December
Max temperature
36°C (97°F)
37°C (99°F)
35°C (95°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
22°C (72°F)
20°C (68°F)
Monthly sun hours
291 hours
294 hours
292 hours
Monthly rainfall
34 mm (1.3 in)
1.1 mm (0.04 in)
0 mm (0 in)
Monthly rainy days
4 days
a single day
a single day
Weather conditions
poor
unpleasant
tolerable
Climate in Fada N'gourma →

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In our records: Burkina Faso November extremes

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

  • In our records, the coldest November daytime high in Burkina Faso was 19°C (66°F) in Gaoua on November 30, 2004.

Popular cities in November

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Ouagadougou 37°C (99°F) 21°C (70°F) 0.9 mm (0.04 in)
Koudougou 36°C (97°F) 21°C (70°F) 1.2 mm (0.05 in)
Bobo-Dioulasso 35°C (95°F) 21°C (70°F) 4.8 mm (0.2 in)
Dori 37°C (99°F) 21°C (70°F) 0.1 mm (0 in)
Gaoua 36°C (97°F) 22°C (72°F) 7.7 mm (0.3 in)
Fada N'gourma 37°C (99°F) 22°C (72°F) 1.1 mm (0.04 in)

Burkina Faso weather in November: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Burkina Faso in November?

November in Burkina Faso brings poor weather. In Ouagadougou, daytime temperatures are typically around 37°C (99°F) and nighttime lows hover near 21°C (70°F).

What is the average temperature in Burkina Faso in November?

In Ouagadougou, the average daytime high in November is 37°C (99°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 21°C (70°F).

Does Burkina Faso get a lot of rain in November?

Rain is generally moderate to light in Burkina Faso during November, with Ouagadougou averaging close to 0.9 mm (0.04 in).

Is November a Good Time to Visit Burkina Faso?

In our opinion, November 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. 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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