The weather in April in Burkina Faso
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.
April isn’t a good month to be in Burkina Faso. The average temperature of 40°C this month is uncomfortably hot for a comfortable stay.
Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average daily maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and precipitation (in millimeters) in April for Burkina Faso. A low precipitation value usually indicates little to no rainfall on that day in recent years, while a higher value suggests more frequent rainfall.
Temperature records
With 44°C in 2020, Burkina Faso reached the highest temperature in April over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 29°C in 2016. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 21°C to a highest value of 32°C.
Rainfall amount
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.
Daily weather in April for Burkina Faso
Click on any day in April to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Burkina Faso. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
April weather comparison
| Burkina Faso | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 40°C | 17°C |
| Max. temperature | 41°C | 22°C |
| Min. temperature | 26°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 12 mm | 81 mm |
| Rainy days | 3 days | 11 days |
Start of April
The month of April starts in Burkina Faso with hot temps, averaging around 41°C during the day and nights around 28°C.
Mid April
By mid-April, daytime temps stay steady at around 41°C, with nights around 28°C. Not much precipitation expected during this period. It’s mostly dry and sunny.
End of April
By the end of April, the average daytime temperature in Burkina Faso is around 41°C, while nighttime temps are about 29°C. There’s hardly any chance of precipitation. The weather will be mostly dry with plenty of sun.
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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.
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Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in April in Burkina Faso. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in April in Burkina Faso
Temperature in April in Burkina Faso over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in April in Burkina Faso. Precipitation is always measured as water, even when it falls as snow or hail The amount of precipitation is displayed in millimeters, while snowfall is shown in centimeters.
Daily Precipitation in April in Burkina Faso
Total precipitation in April in Burkina Faso over the years
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.
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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.