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Ouagadougou weather in December (Burkina Faso)

Looking to travel to Ouagadougou in December? Wondering if it's an optimal time for a visit? This page provides detailed information on the weather conditions for that month.

In December, Ouagadougou typically experiences very high temperatures and almost no rainfall. Anticipate daytime temperatures around 34°C, while night temperatures can drop to 18°C. Remember, these are typical temperatures, and certain days could be even hotter. Ensure you wear appropriate clothing to handle the warmth.

Ouagadougou in December usually receives almost no rainfall, averaging around 0 mm for the month. It's the month receiving the least amount of rain. As the days go by, you can expect fewer clouds and less precipitation. This makes it an ideal time for outdoor activities and events that might be disrupted by wetter conditions in other months. Typically around 0 days of rainfall is expected.

The city usually sees around 290 hours of sunlight, indicating many sunny days.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, 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 December

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 18°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 34°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 1%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 0 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 0 days  
HumidityHumidity 29%  
SunshineSunshine 290 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine  

Where to go in Burkina Faso in December

Find out more about the weather in Burkina Faso in December and which places have the best weather 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 Ouagadougou in December?

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.

What To Do

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

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

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