The weather in October in Burkina Faso
It's hot in October in Burkina Faso with an average temperature of 36°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 33°C to a high of 38°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 23°C and 25°C.
October isn’t a good month to be in Burkina Faso. The average temperature of 36°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 October 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 40°C in 2023, Burkina Faso reached the highest temperature in October over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 28°C in 2020. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 18°C to a highest value of 27°C.
Rainfall amount
In October, there is an average of 33 mm of precipitation, spread over 6 days. The wind speed is around 3 Bft, mostly coming from the South.
Daily weather in October for Burkina Faso
Click on any day in October 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.
October weather comparison
| Burkina Faso | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 36°C | 21°C |
| Max. temperature | 38°C | 26°C |
| Min. temperature | 23°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 33 mm | 119 mm |
| Rainy days | 6 days | 13 days |
Start of October
The month of October starts in Burkina Faso with hot temps, averaging around 35°C during the day and nights around 25°C.
Mid October
By mid-October, daytime temps rise to around 37°C, with nights around 25°C. Not much precipitation expected during this period. It’s mostly dry and sunny.
End of October
By the end of October, the average daytime temperature in Burkina Faso is around 37°C, while nighttime temps are about 25°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 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.
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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.
Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in October in Burkina Faso. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in October in Burkina Faso
Temperature in October in Burkina Faso over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in October 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 October in Burkina Faso
Total precipitation in October in Burkina Faso over the years
Daily UV index in October in Burkina Faso
This chart shows the average daily UV index in October 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.