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Bissau Weather in January

With daytime temperatures of 33°C (91°F) and nighttime lows of 21°C (70°F), January in Bissau brings very high temperatures during the day. The excellent weather makes it an appealing time to visit.

Rainfall in Bissau in January

On average, there are about 0 days with rain during this month, averaging 0.6 mm (0.02 in). If rain does fall, it tends to be very light and barely worth getting out an umbrella for.

Temperature in Bissau in January

Bissau in January has excellent weather. Days reach 33°C (91°F) and nights cool to 21°C (70°F). It's usually most comfortable outside during the morning and later in the day. At 21°C (70°F) overnight, nights are warm enough to sit outside comfortably in light clothing.

Sunshine in Bissau in January

With approximately 250 hours of sunshine, the days are filled with clear skies. It makes it a perfect month for being outside.

If you're a fan of comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, January is a great time to visit.

Bissau Temperature in January

Min Temperature
21°C (70°F)
Max Temperature
33°C (91°F)
Chance of Rain
1%
Precipitation
0.6 mm (0.02 in)
Rainy days
0 days
Sunshine
250 hours
Percentage Sunshine

Bissau Weather by Month

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Historical weather records for Bissau in January

Browse day-by-day weather records for Bissau spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.

Bissau historical weather extremes in January

Based on weather observations in Bissau between 2006 and 2025, these are the recorded extremes during January.

  • Bissau recorded its highest January temperature of 39°C (102°F) on January 31, 2020.
  • Bissau experienced its chilliest January day on January 11, 2017, reaching only 24°C (75°F).
  • The lowest overnight temperature recorded in January was 13°C (55°F) (January 19, 2009).

Best Places in Guinea-Bissau in January

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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).

What to Wear in Bissau in January

Get ready for hot weather in January! Lightweight, breathable fabrics are your best friend during this month. Cotton and linen shirts, shorts, sundresses, and sandals will keep you comfortable. Light colors help reflect the heat, avoid wearing black. You'll definitely want to pack sunglasses and sunscreen. There will be plenty of bright sunshine this month.

What To Do in Bissau in January

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

  • Swimming
    10/10
  • Cycling
    8/10
  • Walking
    8/10
  • Barbeque
    10/10
  • Camping
    10/10
  • Outdoor sports
    8/10

Bissau 3-Day Forecast

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