Burkina Faso weather in October
What is the weather like in Burkina Faso in October?
The weather conditions in Burkina Faso in October vary from poor to pleasant depending on the destination.
During October in Burkina Faso the average maximum daytime temperatures are very high and range from 33°C (91°F) in Bobo-Dioulasso to 37°C (99°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.
Precipitation in October varies from low in Dori with an average of 14mm (0.6inch) rainfall to high in Gaoua with 90mm (3.5inch).
It is also generally a
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We invite you to have a look at the map below to find out more about the different weather conditions per location in Burkina Faso.
Where to go in Burkina Faso in October
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Popular destinations in Burkina Faso
What is the weather like in October for the 5 most popular destinations in Burkina Faso?
Average weather in Ouagadougou
In October Ouagadougou generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 36°C (97°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 23°C (73°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Average weather in Koudougou
In October Koudougou generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 36°C (97°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 23°C (73°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Average weather in Bobo-Dioulasso
In October Bobo-Dioulasso generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 33°C (91°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 22°C (72°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.
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Average weather in Dori
In October Dori generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 37°C (99°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 22°C (72°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.
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Average weather in Fada N'gourma
In October Fada N'gourma generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 35°C (95°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 21°C (70°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.
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Is October the best time to go to Burkina Faso?
In our opinion October is not the best time to visit Burkina Faso with commonly poor weather in Ouagadougou.
On average the best time to visit Burkina Faso is in January and December with generally perfect weather in Ouagadougou.
The worst months are May, June, August and October that can have poor weather conditions.
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