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Koudougou weather in August (Burkina Faso)

Thinking of visiting Koudougou in August? Check the weather first! Here’s a detailed forecast of the month’s weather patterns.

Temperatures

In August, Koudougou usually has very high temperatures and heavy rainfall. During the daylight hours, temperatures often reach 31°C. After dark they usually decrease to around 23°C. While the temperatures are lower than usual, the month maintains its warmth throughout.

Precipitation

Koudougou in August usually receives heavy rainfall, averaging around 227 mm for the month. With the year's heaviest rain occurring this month, it's best to be equipped with a poncho to handle the frequent downpours. Climate statistics over the past 30 years suggest around 16 days of rain.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, August may not be the ideal month to visit Koudougou. January typically offers the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, May and August tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Koudougou climate page with graphs.

 

Koudougou, monthly averages in August

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 23°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 31°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 52%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 227 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 16 days  

Where to go in Burkina Faso in August

Find out more about the weather in Burkina Faso and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

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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).

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.

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

Interested in more climate information?

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