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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) | 34° 25° | 35° 25° | 34° 25° | 34° 24° | 35° 23° | 35° 25° | 35° 25° |
| Precipitation | 45% | 32% | 45% | 16% | 17% | 30% | 26% |
| Humidity | 74% | 73% | 73% | 78% | 74% | 72% | 73% |
| Wind | 14 km/h | 12 km/h | 11 km/h | 15 km/h | 13 km/h | 15 km/h | 9 km/h |
Best time to visit Burkina Faso
The best time to visit Ouagadougou is from November to March, when conditions are mainly dry and suit city sightseeing. April and October are hotter or more changeable, while May to September is the least favourable period because rain, thunderstorms and humidity can disrupt outdoor plans.
JanuaryTemp (°C)26°Rain (mm)0Sun Hours9Dry Days30
January is dry, around 17-33°C. Clear skies suit city sightseeing, although harmattan dust can reduce visibility.
FebruaryTemp (°C)29°Rain (mm)0Sun Hours10Dry Days26
February is hot and dry, around 20-36°C. Mask-festival celebrations may take place in late February during even-numbered years.
MarchTemp (°C)31°Rain (mm)1Sun Hours10Dry Days29
March is very hot and dry, around 24-38°C. Mask-festival celebrations may occur in early March during even-numbered years.
AprilTemp (°C)34°Rain (mm)2Sun Hours12Dry Days27
April is extremely hot, around 27-40°C. Outdoor sightseeing suits the coolest parts of the day.
MayTemp (°C)34°Rain (mm)9Sun Hours12Dry Days27
May is very hot, around 27-38°C, with humid conditions arriving ahead of the rains. Lengthy daytime sightseeing can feel uncomfortable.
JuneTemp (°C)32°Rain (mm)21Sun Hours12Dry Days24
June is hot and humid, around 25-35°C, with the rainy season beginning. Showers and thunderstorms can interrupt outdoor plans.
JulyTemp (°C)29°Rain (mm)44Sun Hours11Dry Days21
July is wet, around 23-32°C, with heavy rain and thunderstorms. Downpours can disrupt sightseeing and travel around the city.
AugustTemp (°C)28°Rain (mm)75Sun Hours11Dry Days16
August is the wettest month, around 23-32°C, with frequent heavy rain and thunderstorms. Downpours can disrupt sightseeing and road travel.
SeptemberTemp (°C)29°Rain (mm)39Sun Hours11Dry Days21
September is humid and rainy, around 23-32°C, with showers and thunderstorms that can interrupt outdoor activities.
OctoberTemp (°C)30°Rain (mm)15Sun Hours10Dry Days27
October is hot, around 23-36°C, with rain and thunderstorms possible during the month. Post-rain landscapes are green and lush.
NovemberTemp (°C)30°Rain (mm)0Sun Hours8Dry Days30
November is hot and mainly dry, around 20-36°C. Harmattan dust may affect visibility, while dry conditions suit city sightseeing.
DecemberTemp (°C)27°Rain (mm)0Sun Hours7Dry Days30
December is dry, around 17-33°C. Harmattan winds may bring dusty skies, while clear periods support sightseeing.
Sources: responsibletravel.com, easeweather.com, easeweather.com
Activities are coming soon.
Brief
- Try local dishes such as tô with sauce, riz gras, grilled “poulet bicyclette,” and the fermented millet drink dolo. Use reputable eateries and ensure food is thoroughly cooked.
- Burkina Faso’s rainy season can bring sudden heavy downpours and localized flooding. Avoid crossing flooded roads or walking through standing water.
Safety and health
- Burkina Faso has a serious security environment involving terrorism, kidnapping, and sudden restrictions. Exercise extreme caution in Ouagadougou, avoid demonstrations and military or government sites, and do not travel overland outside the capital without reliable, current security advice. (
lemonde.fr)
- Yellow fever vaccination is recommended and is required for arriving travellers aged 9 months and older. Carry the International Certificate of Vaccination. (
cdc.gov)
- Malaria is a serious risk. Obtain medical advice about preventive medication before travel, use mosquito repellent and bed nets, and wear clothing that covers the skin. Dengue, Zika, leishmaniasis, and other mosquito- or sand-fly-borne infections are also possible. (
wikivoyage.org)
- Drink sealed bottled or treated water and take care with food hygiene. Avoid swimming, wading, or bathing in freshwater because of schistosomiasis, and avoid contact with muddy water or soil after heavy rain because of melioidosis. (
Recent News
- 2-4 September 2026: Ouagadougou launched a dedicated road-safety enforcement unit, while its first month of camera-based enforcement recorded nearly 19,910 violations and more than 146 million CFA francs in fines. Expect increased roadside checks, automated penalties, and stricter enforcement of seat belts, speed limits, traffic lights, and mobile-phone rules. (
faso7.com |
netafrique.net)
