Normal weather for Burkina Faso in April

It's hot in April in Burkina Faso with an average temperature of 40°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 40°C to a high of 41°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 26°C and 30°C.

In April, there is an average of 12 mm of precipitation, spread over 3 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the South.

Burkina Faso in April		UK
Average Temperature	40°C	15°C
High Temp	41°C	18°C
Low Temp	40°C	12°C
Total Precipitation	12 mm	29 mm
Rainy Days	3 days	7 days

Start of April

The month of April starts in Burkina Faso with hot temperatures, averaging around 41°C during the day and nights close to 28°C. There’s little chance of precipitation. The weather is mostly sunny and dry. Breezy clothes like shorts or a dress, plus a hat and sunglasses, are ideal.

Mid-April

By mid-April, the average daytime temperature stays the same at 41°C, with nights close to 28°C. Not much precipitation expected during this period. It’s mostly dry with sunshine. Breezy clothes like shorts or a dress, plus a hat and sunglasses, are ideal.

End of April

By the end of April, the average daytime temperature in Burkina Faso will be around 41°C, with nights close to 29°C. Barely any chance of precipitation. The weather will mostly be dry with lots of sunshine. Breezy clothes like shorts or a dress, plus a hat and sunglasses, are ideal.

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UV index

The UV index is a maximum of 10 this month. That's a very high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 10-15 minutes.

Is April a good time to visit Burkina Faso?

April isn’t a good time to be in Burkina Faso. The average temperature of 40°C this month is uncomfortably hot for a pleasant stay.

Temperature records for Burkina Faso in April

With 44°C, Burkina Faso hit the highest temperature in the last 10 years in April 2020. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 29°C in 2016. The extreme night temperatures ranged from a low of 21°C to a high of 32°C.

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The climate of Burkina Faso is based on weather data from Ouagadougou. Other locations might have different weather. You can check out all destinations in Burkina Faso for a full picture of the climate.

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Daily Temperature in April in Burkina Faso

This chart shows the average daily temperatures, both day and night, for each day in April in Burkina Faso, measured in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the maximum temperatures, while the blue line shows the minimums. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, gives an overview of the average daily temperatures during this month.

Daily Precipitation in April in Burkina Faso

The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in April for Burkina Faso, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are shown at the bottom of the chart.

A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that rain is more likely. But it’s still an average, so each day can be different. Based on historical weather data for April, you can expect around 3 days of rain in Burkina Faso.

Daily Precipitation in April in Burkina Faso

Daily UV Index in April in Burkina Faso

This chart shows the average daily UV index in April in Burkina Faso, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.

Temperature in April in Burkina Faso Over the Years

This chart shows the average temperature in April in Burkina Faso, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past years.

Total Precipitation in April in Burkina Faso Over the Years

This chart shows the average precipitation in April in Burkina Faso, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail.

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Daily climate in April for Burkina Faso

Click on a specific day in April for detailed info on the typical weather on that day in Burkina Faso. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.

Average Weather in Burkina Faso by Month

Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Burkina Faso. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.