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Ouagadougou weather in August (Burkina Faso)

What kind of weather does August bring to Ouagadougou? Want to know if it's a good time to visit? This page has all the weather details for the month.

Temperatures

The month of August in Ouagadougou typically brings very high temperatures and heavy rainfall. In the daytime, temperatures tend to hover near 32°C, cooling down at night to around 23°C. Expect milder temperatures this month, yet the warmth is still pleasantly present.

Precipitation

Ouagadougou in August usually receives heavy rainfall, averaging around 207 mm for the month. Prepare for the heaviest rain of the year this month, which often comes in heavy showers. A poncho is a smart choice to stay dry. Looking at the last 30 years, the data shows about 15 days with rain.

Average sunshine

Expect a lot of sunshine this month, with about 240 hours of sunny weather. The abundant sunlight creates a lively and bright atmosphere.

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

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

 

Ouagadougou, monthly averages in August

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 23°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 32°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 50%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 207 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 15 days  
HumidityHumidity 80%  
SunshineSunshine 240 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine  

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.

Swimming
8/10
Cycling
7/10
Walking
7/10
Camping
6/10
Outdoor sports
7/10

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