Forecast by:  | 11 Sep Fri | 12 Sep Sat | 13 Sep Sun | 14 Sep Mon | 15 Sep Tue | 16 Sep Wed | 17 Sep Thu |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Temp (°C) | 31° 24° | 31° 25° | 30° 24° | 30° 24° | 30° 24° | 31° 24° | 28° 24° |
| Precipitation | 58% | 66% | 73% | 68% | 69% | 63% | 74% |
| Humidity | 79% | 81% | 82% | 82% | 78% | 78% | 83% |
| Wind | 16 km/h | 17 km/h | 16 km/h | 15 km/h | 17 km/h | 16 km/h | 10 km/h |
Best time to visit Guinea
The best time to visit Guinea is December to March, when dry, warm conditions support sightseeing in Conakry and travel inland. April and October to November are acceptable, though rain or haze may affect journeys. June to September is best avoided, as heavy rainfall can flood or damage roads and severely disrupt travel.
JanuaryTemp (°C)26°Rain (mm)2Sun Hours10Dry Days30
January is dry and warm, around 12-27°C. It suits sightseeing in Conakry and travel around Guinea.
FebruaryTemp (°C)27°Rain (mm)3Sun Hours10Dry Days26
February is dry and warm, around 13-28°C. Clearer conditions favour sightseeing in Conakry and journeys inland.
MarchTemp (°C)28°Rain (mm)4Sun Hours10Dry Days26
March is generally dry, around 14-28°C. City visits and inland journeys are well suited to the settled weather.
AprilTemp (°C)28°Rain (mm)9Sun Hours10Dry Days22
April is hot and wet, around 18-31°C, with rain beginning to affect travel. Lush scenery accompanies occasional downpours.
MayTemp (°C)29°Rain (mm)42Sun Hours9Dry Days17
May is hot and wet, around 20-31°C. Heavy showers can disrupt road journeys, while the countryside is lush.
JuneTemp (°C)27°Rain (mm)102Sun Hours7Dry Days11
June is humid and rainy, around 19-28°C. Frequent heavy downpours can flood or damage roads and disrupt travel.
JulyTemp (°C)26°Rain (mm)194Sun Hours6Dry Days5
July is very wet, around 18-26°C. Peak rainfall makes roads especially difficult and can cause major disruption to journeys.
AugustTemp (°C)24°Rain (mm)266Sun Hours5Dry Days4
August is the wettest month, around 20-25°C. Peak rainfall can flood or damage roads, severely disrupting travel.
SeptemberTemp (°C)25°Rain (mm)162Sun Hours7Dry Days7
September is very wet, around 18-26°C. Peak rainfall makes roads especially difficult and can heavily disrupt journeys beyond Conakry.
OctoberTemp (°C)27°Rain (mm)86Sun Hours8Dry Days12
October is warm and wet, around 17-27°C. Downpours remain possible, while green scenery features across the country.
NovemberTemp (°C)27°Rain (mm)55Sun Hours9Dry Days20
November is warm and broadly dry, around 14-27°C. Harmattan haze may begin, reducing visibility in some areas.
DecemberTemp (°C)27°Rain (mm)11Sun Hours10Dry Days28
December is dry and warm, around 12-27°C. Little rain supports sightseeing in Conakry and travel around Guinea.
Sources: responsibletravel.com
Activities are coming soon.
Brief
- Try local dishes such as rice with peanut or leaf-based sauces, grilled fish, mafé, foufou, and ginger or bissap drinks.
- Heavy seasonal rains can make some roads and low-lying areas difficult to pass, especially around Conakry and during rural travel. Allow extra time for road journeys and avoid crossing flooded roads or bridges.
Safety and health
- A CDC Level 1 notice reports diphtheria outbreaks in Guinea and several other sub-Saharan African countries. Ensure routine diphtheria vaccination is up to date before travel. (
cdc.gov)
- Yellow fever vaccination is recommended for travellers aged 9 months and older. A certificate may be required for travellers arriving at Conakry's Ahmed Sékou Touré International Airport and for arrivals from countries with yellow-fever transmission. (
- Malaria is prevalent. Use prescribed malaria prevention, insect repellent, long clothing and mosquito protection, particularly during evening and early morning. (
wikivoyage.org)
- Drink only sealed bottled water. Avoid untreated freshwater because of schistosomiasis, and avoid floodwater, mud and contaminated soil after heavy rain because of melioidosis risk. (
- Medical facilities are limited, trauma care is poor and ambulance or emergency rescue services may be unavailable. Consider comprehensive evacuation insurance and carry essential medicines. (
Recent News
- 23 August 2026: A landfill mound collapsed onto homes in Conakry's Dar es Salaam area after heavy rain, killing at least 30 people and injuring others. The area was subject to rescue, evacuation and relocation activity; avoid the dumpsite and follow local restrictions. (
bbc.com |
theguardian.com)
- 24 August 2026: A train derailment near Kagbelen in Dubreka injured four people and suspended rail traffic serving the Friguia refinery. The disruption was primarily freight-related, but travellers using roads or rail links around Dubreka should check local conditions before departure. (
kitco.com)
