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Bissau weather in August (Guinea-Bissau)

Thinking of visiting Bissau in August? Check the weather first! Explore our page to find a thorough overview of this month's weather conditions.

Temperatures

In August, Bissau usually has very high temperatures and heavy rainfall. Throughout the day, temperatures typically settle at around 30°C. But by evening, they drop to around 25°C. Expect milder temperatures this month, yet the warmth is still pleasantly present.

Precipitation

Bissau in August falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 460 mm for the month. Prepare for intense rain this month, as it marks the peak rainfall period. Having a poncho will keep you dry through the downpours. Past climate data indicates that roughly 22 days will see rain.

Average sunshine

The area enjoys a moderate level of sunlight, with around 156 hours. It's a good balance between sunny and cloudy days.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, August may not be the ideal month to visit Bissau. January typically offers the best circumstances. While July, August and September tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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Bissau, monthly averages in August

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 25°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 30°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 73%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 460 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 22 days  
SunshineSunshine 156 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine  

Where to go in Guinea-Bissau in August

Find out more about the weather in Guinea-Bissau and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

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In August generally
poor weather
with very high temperatures
and heavy monthly rainfall

More information

Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor
Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

Select a Month of Interest

Check the conditions for any month of the year.

For a detailed overview over the year and the best time to visit Guinea-Bissau, check out our Bissau's climate page.

So, what should you wear in this month?

It's going to be warm! Consider airy clothing, t-shirts, and other summer clothes. Shorts for men made of cotton or linen are good options for staying cool. However, there's a good chance of rain, so bring a raincoat just in case.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming
7/10
Cycling
7/10
Walking
7/10
Camping
6/10
Outdoor sports
7/10

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