The best times to visit Bobo Dioulasso for ideal weather are

October 29th to May 6th

based on average temperature and humidity from NOAA (the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration). Read below for more weather and travel details.

 

 


Other Bobo Dioulasso Travel Info

Weather in Bobo Dioulasso

Temperature

Average temperatures in Bobo Dioulasso vary little. Considering humidity, temperatures feel hot for most of the year with a low chance of precipitation most of the year. The area is less temperate than some — in the 19th percentile for pleasant weather — compared to tourist destinations worldwide. Weeks with ideal weather are listed above. If you’re looking for the very warmest time to visit Bobo Dioulasso, the hottest months are March, April, and then May. See average monthly temperatures below. The warmest time of year is generally mid March where highs are regularly around 100.5°F (38.1°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 79.1°F (26.2°C) at night.

Bobo Dioulasso Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Bobo Dioulasso Temperatures (Celsius)

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“Feels-Like” Temperatures

The way we experience weather isn’t all about temperature. Higher temperatures affect us much more at higher humidity, and colder temperatures feel piercing with high winds. Our perceived temperatures factor in humidity and wind chill to better represent how hot or cold the day feels to a person.

Bobo Dioulasso Perceived Temperature (F)

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Bobo Dioulasso Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Bobo Dioulasso Temperatures by Month

Daily highs (averaged for the month) usually give the best indication of the weather. A significantly lower mean and low generally just means it gets colder at night.

Show Fahrenheit

Month Avg. High (°F) Avg. Mean (°F) Avg. Low (°F)
Jan 90.7 78.8 66.8
Feb 96.8 85.1 73.2
Mar 99.9 88.8 77.9
Apr 99 88.2 77.7
May 95.8 85.8 76
Jun 91.2 82 73.4
Jul 87.3 78.9 71.5
Aug 85.5 77.4 71
Sep 87.5 78.5 70.8
Oct 91.9 81.5 72.4
Nov 94.6 83.1 71.5
Dec 91.4 79.5 67.3

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan 32.6 26 19.3
Feb 36 29.5 22.9
Mar 37.7 31.6 25.5
Apr 37.2 31.2 25.4
May 35.4 29.9 24.4
Jun 32.9 27.8 23
Jul 30.7 26.1 21.9
Aug 29.7 25.2 21.7
Sep 30.8 25.8 21.6
Oct 33.3 27.5 22.4
Nov 34.8 28.4 21.9
Dec 33 26.4 19.6

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Bobo Dioulasso are February, December, and then January. Note that we define “significant precipitation” as .1 inches or more in this section. The lowest chance of rain or snow occurs around early January. For example, on the week of January 1st there are no days of precipitation on average. By contrast, it’s most likely to rain or snow in early September with an average of 3 days of significant precipitation the week of September 3rd.

When can you find snow in Bobo Dioulasso? Weather stations report no annual snow. Please note that a value of 0 for snow in the graph below may either mean there was no snow, or that snow is unreported.

Chance of Precipitation

The graph below shows the % chance of rainy and snowy days in Bobo Dioulasso.

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Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Bobo Dioulasso (in).

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Average Rain and Snow by Month

Show Inches

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (in) Total Precipitation (in)
Jan 0% 0 0.1
Feb 0% 0 0
Mar 2% 0 0.5
Apr 8% 0 1.8
May 15% 0 3.3
Jun 27% 0 6.6
Jul 36% 0 8.2
Aug 44% 0 10.2
Sep 40% 0 9.9
Oct 19% 0 3
Nov 3% 0 0.5
Dec 0% 0 0

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 0 0 0.3
Feb 0 0 0
Mar 2 0 1.3
Apr 8 0 4.6
May 15 0 8.4
Jun 27 0 16.8
Jul 36 0 20.8
Aug 44 0 25.9
Sep 40 0 25.1
Oct 19 0 7.6
Nov 3 0 1.3
Dec 0 0 0

 

Humidity and Wind

Bobo Dioulasso has some very humid months, with some very dry months. The least humid month is January (12.4% relative humidity), and the most humid month is August (79.8%).

Wind in Bobo Dioulasso is usually calm. The windiest month is May, followed by June and January. May’s average wind speed of around 7.2 knots (8.3 MPH or 13.3 KPH) is considered “a gentle breeze.” Maximum sustained winds (the highest speed for the day lasting more than a few moments) are at their highest in early to mid May where average top sustained speeds reach 12.2 knots, which is considered a moderate breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

The graph below shows the average % humidity by month in Bobo Dioulasso.

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Wind

The graph below shows wind speed (max and average) in knots.

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Average Wind Speeds

Show Wind Speeds

All wind speeds are in knots. 1 knot = 1.15 MPH or 1.85 KPH.

Month Avg. Wind Avg. Wind Feel Sustained High Wind High Wind Feel
Jan 7 Gentle breeze 11.2 Significant breeze
Feb 6.7 Light breeze 11 Significant breeze
Mar 6.2 Light breeze 10.5 Significant breeze
Apr 6.9 Light breeze 11.4 Significant breeze
May 7.2 Gentle breeze 11.8 Significant breeze
Jun 7.1 Gentle breeze 12.2 Significant breeze
Jul 6.4 Light breeze 11.2 Significant breeze
Aug 5.8 Light breeze 10.5 Gentle breeze
Sep 4.7 Light breeze 9.8 Significant breeze
Oct 4.9 Light breeze 9.2 Gentle breeze
Nov 4.9 Light breeze 9.2 Significant breeze
Dec 6.4 Light breeze 10.8 Gentle breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 12.4%
Feb 13%
Mar 21.4%
Apr 37.9%
May 52.9%
Jun 64.8%
Jul 73.9%
Aug 79.8%
Sep 75.8%
Oct 63.7%
Nov 34.3%
Dec 16.7%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Bobo Dioulasso?

Our best data indicates this area is generally not safe, especially in some areas. As of Dec 04, 2023 there are very strong travel warnings and regional advisories for Burkina Faso; avoid all travel. Check this page for any recent changes or regions to avoid: Travel Advice and Advisories. This advisory was last updated on Nov 27, 2023.


 

The Busiest and Least Crowded Months

The busiest month for tourism in Bobo Dioulasso, Burkina Faso is July, followed by December and May. Prices for hotels and flights will be most expensive during these months, though you can save if you purchase well in advance. Tourists are unlikely to visit Bobo Dioulasso in June. Those willing to visit at these times will likely find it the least expensive month.

Estimated Tourism by Month

 

Most Popular Months to Visit

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Tourists Seeking Accommodations

Tourism graph is based on Google searches for services used by tourists relative to the rest of the year. Tourism data for this area is extrapolated based on nearby areas. Displayed data is calculated relative to the peak, so a score of 32.7 in June means 32.7% of the tourists vs. July.

 

 

Overall Bobo Dioulasso Travel Experience by Season

Spring (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel very warm. Highs range from 100.5°F (38.1°C) and 94.2°F (34.6°C) with colder temperatures in the later months. Rain is rare with 1 to 5 days of significant precipitation per month. Spring is the busiest for tourism, which makes it a good time for those looking for things to do.

Summer (June through August)

The middle-year months have very comfortable weather with high temperatures that are quite warm. These months see the most precipitation with 8 to 14 days of precipitation per month. June – August is fairly slow season for tourism in Bobo Dioulasso, so lodging and other accommodations may cost slightly less.

Fall (September through November)

Fall daily highs range from 95.3°F (35.2°C) and 86.1°F (30.1°C), which will feel very nice given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a significant amount: 1 to 12 days per month. Tourism is the slowest during these months due to the weather, so hotels may be affordably priced.

Winter (December through February)

Weather is perfect this time of year in Bobo Dioulasso to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 99°F (37.2°C) and 88.5°F (31.4°C). On average, it rains or snows a insignificant amount: consistently 0 times per month. These times of year are the second busiest with tourists.

 

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