Ouagadougou weather in July (Burkina Faso)

Is July a good time to explore Ouagadougou weather-wise? See what weather conditions to anticipate this month with our guide.

Temperatures

In July, Ouagadougou typically experiences very high temperatures and high rainfall. During the daylight hours, temperatures often reach 33°C. After dark they usually decrease to around 24°C. Average temperatures can be deceiving; some days will be hotter. Wear breathable fabrics and drink plenty of water to stay cool.

Precipitation

Ouagadougou in July usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 130 mm for the month. Rain is expected on roughly 12 days.

Average sunshine

With approximately 270 hours hours of sun, the days are filled with brightness. It makes it a perfect month for outdoor activities.

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 July

Min Temperature 24°C  

Max Temperature 33°C  

Chance of Rain 38%  

Precipitation 130 mm  

Rainy days 12 days  

Humidity 72%  

Sunshine 270 hours  

Percentage Sunshine  

Where to go in Burkina Faso in July

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

Weather conditions Weather

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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).

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

9/10

Cycling

7/10

Walking

7/10

Camping

6/10

Outdoor sports

7/10

Interested in more climate information?

This site provides you with all the information you need about the climate in Ouagadougou.

Our site offers climate and forecast data for every country in the world. Are you going to Burkina Faso? On this website you can find historical weather averages for many cities in Burkina Faso. Not sure yet where to go? We now have a tool which recommends destinations that suit your ideal travel conditions. Find out where to go with our weather planner.