Average weather for Burkina Faso in January
It's hot in January in Burkina Faso 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.
Start of January
The month of January starts in Burkina Faso with hot temps, averaging around 33°C during the day and nights around 18°C. No precipitation expected at the start of the month; it’ll be sunny.
With the temperature difference between day and night, it’s smart to wear layers.
Mid January
By mid-January, daytime temps rise to around 34°C, with nights around 18°C. Not much precipitation expected during this period. It’s mostly dry and sunny.
Since it cools down at night, it’s a good idea to wear layers.
End of January
By the end of January, the average daytime temperature in Burkina Faso is around 35°C, while nighttime temps are about 20°C. No precipitation expected at the end of the month; it’ll be mostly sunny.
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.
Burkina Faso in January |
New York | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average temperature |
33°C | 5°C | |
 Max. temperature |
35°C | 11°C | |
| Min. temperature |
31°C | -5°C | |
 Total precipitation |
10 mm | 97 mm | |
| Rainy days |
0 days | 12 days | |
December
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 Burkina Faso?
January is an awesome month to be in Burkina Faso for sunny weather. You’ll have high temperatures and not much chance of rain this month.
Temperature records
With 39°C in 2021, Burkina Faso reached the highest temperature in January over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 25°C in 2020. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 13°C to a highest value of 24°C.
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The climate in Burkina Faso is based on weather data from Ouagadougou. Other spots might have different weather. You can check out all destinations in Burkina Faso to get the full picture of the climate.
Daily Temperature in January in Burkina Faso
This chart shows the average daily high and low temperatures in January for Burkina Faso, in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the highs, and the blue line shows the lows. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, provide the average temperatures for this month.
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Daily Precipitation in January in Burkina Faso
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in January for Burkina Faso, measured in millimeters over the past few years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are listed 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 it rained more often. But remember, it’s just an average, and every day can be different. Based on historical weather data for January, you can expect it to stay dry all month in Burkina Faso.
Daily UV index in January in Burkina Faso
This chart shows the average daily UV index in January 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 January in Burkina Faso over the years
This chart shows the average temperature in January in Burkina Faso, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past few years.
Total precipitation in January in Burkina Faso over the years
This chart shows the average precipitation in January in Burkina Faso, measured in millimeters over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, whether it’s snow or hail.
Daily weather in January for Burkina Faso
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Average weather in Burkina Faso by month
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