The best times to visit Conakry for ideal weather are

November 19th to April 22nd

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

 

 


Other Conakry Travel Info

Weather in Conakry

Temperature

Average temperatures in Conakry vary very little. Considering humidity, temperatures feel hot all 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 Conakry, the hottest months are May, April, and then March. See average monthly temperatures below. The warmest time of year is generally early May where highs are regularly around 89.9°F (32.2°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 78.4°F (25.8°C) at night.

Conakry Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Conakry 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.

Conakry Perceived Temperature (F)

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Conakry Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Conakry 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 88.5 81.7 74
Feb 89 82.2 75.6
Mar 89.5 83.1 77.1
Apr 89.4 83.2 77.6
May 89.1 83.5 77.9
Jun 86.4 81.5 75.9
Jul 83.4 79.3 75
Aug 82.5 78.6 74.8
Sep 84.3 80 75.4
Oct 86.5 81.1 75.6
Nov 88 82.9 77.5
Dec 88.1 82.2 75.8

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan 31.4 27.6 23.3
Feb 31.7 27.9 24.2
Mar 31.9 28.4 25.1
Apr 31.9 28.4 25.3
May 31.7 28.6 25.5
Jun 30.2 27.5 24.4
Jul 28.6 26.3 23.9
Aug 28.1 25.9 23.8
Sep 29.1 26.7 24.1
Oct 30.3 27.3 24.2
Nov 31.1 28.3 25.3
Dec 31.2 27.9 24.3

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Conakry are January, March, and then December. 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 mid August with an average of 5 days of significant precipitation the week of August 13th.

When can you find snow in Conakry? 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 Conakry.

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Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Conakry (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
Feb 1% 0 0.1
Mar 0% 0 0
Apr 2% 0 0.3
May 9% 0 3.4
Jun 30% 0 9.9
Jul 45% 0 23.5
Aug 60% 0 26
Sep 42% 0 12.5
Oct 23% 0 6.3
Nov 6% 0 2.3
Dec 0% 0 0

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 0 0 0
Feb 1 0 0.3
Mar 0 0 0
Apr 2 0 0.8
May 9 0 8.6
Jun 30 0 25.1
Jul 45 0 59.7
Aug 60 0 66
Sep 42 0 31.8
Oct 23 0 16
Nov 6 0 5.8
Dec 0 0 0

 

Humidity and Wind

Conakry has some extremely humid months, with other comfortably humid months. The least humid month is January (57.2% relative humidity), and the most humid month is August (87.3%).

Wind in Conakry is usually calm. The windiest month is April, followed by May and March. April’s average wind speed of around 7.6 knots (8.8 MPH or 14.1 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 August where average top sustained speeds reach 13.9 knots, which is considered a moderate breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

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

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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 5.8 Light breeze 9.6 Gentle breeze
Feb 6.5 Light breeze 11.6 Significant breeze
Mar 7.3 Gentle breeze 12.2 Gentle breeze
Apr 7.6 Gentle breeze 12.4 Significant breeze
May 7.4 Gentle breeze 12.9 Gentle breeze
Jun 6.9 Light breeze 12.3 Significant breeze
Jul 7 Gentle breeze 11.9 Gentle breeze
Aug 7.1 Gentle breeze 12.6 Significant breeze
Sep 6.8 Light breeze 11.8 Gentle breeze
Oct 6.1 Light breeze 10.9 Gentle breeze
Nov 5.8 Light breeze 9.8 Gentle breeze
Dec 5.5 Light breeze 9.1 Gentle breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 57.2%
Feb 62.5%
Mar 61.2%
Apr 62.5%
May 69.1%
Jun 78.6%
Jul 84.9%
Aug 87.3%
Sep 83.5%
Oct 79.6%
Nov 75%
Dec 63.9%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Conakry?

Our best data indicates this area is somewhat safe. As of Dec 04, 2023 there are travel warnings for Guinea; exercise a high degree of caution. Check this page for any recent changes or regions to avoid: Travel Advice and Advisories. This advisory was last updated on Nov 28, 2023.


 

The Busiest and Least Crowded Months

The busiest month for tourism in Conakry, Guinea is October, followed by November and July. 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 Conakry in September. 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 very reliable. Displayed data is calculated relative to the peak, so a score of 60.5 in September means 60.5% of the tourists vs. October.

 

 

Overall Conakry Travel Experience by Season

Spring (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel warm. Highs range from 89.9°F (32.2°C) and 87.9°F (31.1°C) with similar temperatures in the later months. Rain is rare with 0 to 3 days of significant precipitation per month. Spring is the second 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 comfortable. These months see the most precipitation with 9 to 19 days of precipitation per month. June – August is the busiest season for tourism in Conakry, so lodging and other accommodations may cost more than usual.

Fall (September through November)

Fall daily highs range from 88.3°F (31.3°C) and 83°F (28.3°C), which will feel very nice given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a significant amount: 2 to 13 days per month. Tourism is fairly slow during these months due to the weather, so hotels may be lower priced.

Winter (December through February)

Weather is perfect this time of year in Conakry to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 89.8°F (32.1°C) and 87.9°F (31.1°C). On average, it rains or snows a insignificant amount: consistently 0 times per month. These times of year are the slowest with tourists.

 

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