Temperatures in January
It's hot in January in Ouagadougou with an average temperature of 33°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 31°C to a high of 35°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 17°C and 20°C.
Max and Min Temperatures per Day
This chart shows the daily maximum and minimum temperatures in degrees Celsius for Ouagadougou in January. The red line indicates the max temperatures, and the blue line shows the minimums.
Start of January
The month of January starts in Ouagadougou with hot temperatures, averaging around 33°C during the day and nights close to 18°C. You won’t see any precipitation in the first days of the month, it’s all sunny skies.
Since temperatures can differ between day and night, it’s a good idea to dress in layers.
Mid-January
By mid-January, the average daytime temperature rises to around 34°C, with nights close to 18°C. Not much precipitation expected during this period. It’s mostly dry with sunshine.
Temperatures vary between day and night, so it’s smart to wear layers.
End of January
By the end of January, the average daytime temperature in Ouagadougou will be around 35°C, with nights close to 20°C. No precipitation expected, with plenty of sunshine on the horizon.
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Precipitation in January
In January, there is an average of 10 mm of precipitation, spread over 0 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the Northeast.
The average chance of precipitation is only 1% in January.
Precipitation Chance
This chart shows the daily precipitation chance (in percentages) in January for Ouagadougou. 0% means it never rained on that day in the past 10 years, and 100% means it rained every day. All values in between represent the average chance of precipitation on that day.
Ouagadougou in January |
London | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average Temperature |
33°C | 8°C | |
 High Temp |
35°C | 9°C | |
| Low Temp |
31°C | 6°C | |
 Total Precipitation |
10 mm | 58 mm | |
| Rainy Days |
0 days | 9 days | |
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 9 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 January a good time to visit Ouagadougou?
January is a fantastic month to be in Ouagadougou for sunny weather. You’ll get high temperatures and little chance of rain this month.
Temperature records for Ouagadougou in January
With 39°C, Ouagadougou hit the highest temperature in the last 10 years in January 2021. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 25°C in 2020. The extreme night temperatures ranged from a low of 13°C to a high of 24°C.
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Daily Temperature in January in Ouagadougou
This chart shows the average daily temperatures, both day and night, for each day in January in Ouagadougou, 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 January in Ouagadougou
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in January for Ouagadougou, 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 January, you can expect it to stay dry all month in Ouagadougou.
Daily UV Index in January in Ouagadougou
This chart shows the average daily UV index in January in Ouagadougou, 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 January in Ouagadougou Over the Years
This chart shows the average temperature in January in Ouagadougou, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past years.
Total Precipitation in January in Ouagadougou Over the Years
This chart shows the average precipitation in January in Ouagadougou, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail.
Daily climate in January for Ouagadougou
Click on a specific day in January for detailed info on the typical weather on that day in Ouagadougou. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
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Average Weather in Ouagadougou by Month
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