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Ouagadougou weather in October (Burkina Faso)

Can you expect sunny skies in Ouagadougou in October? Is now the perfect time to visit? Find all the weather insights for this month on this page.

Temperatures

In October, Ouagadougou usually has extremely high temperatures and moderate rainfall. Anticipate daytime temperatures around 36°C, while night temperatures can drop to 24°C. Remember, these are typical temperatures, and there can be hotter days. Dress appropriately and stay hydrated to remain comfortable.

Precipitation

Ouagadougou in October usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 34 mm for the month. Looking at the last 30 years, the data shows about 4 days with rain.

Average sunshine

The city usually sees around 273 hours of sunlight, indicating many sunny days.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, October may not be the ideal month to visit Ouagadougou. January typically offers the most optimal weather. In contrast, June, August and October tend to have less optimal conditions.

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

 

Ouagadougou, monthly averages in October

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 24°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 36°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 13%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 34 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 4 days  
HumidityHumidity 60%  
SunshineSunshine 273 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine  

Where to go in Burkina Faso in October

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.

What To Do

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

Swimming
10/10
Camping
10/10

Interested in more climate information?

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