Last updated: March 2, 2024
The weather in Ouagadougou, Burkina Faso, during August is characterized by an average temperature of 27°C (80°F). Highs can soar to 34°C (93°F), while lows may dip to 22°C (71°F). Typically, the humidity level in Ouagadougou throughout August hovers around 82%.
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In August, Ouagadougou averages 221 mm (8.7 inches) of rainfall, typically over the course of 23 rainy days. The month enjoys an average of 12 hours 30 minutes of daylight, with the sun shining for approximately 8 hours 59 minutes each day. Additionally, there is a 17% probability of sunny days during this period.
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In August, the UV Index in Ouagadougou reaches a maximum of 14, indicating a level of Extreme exposure. The most intense UV radiation typically occurs between 12:00 and 14:00, during which unprotected skin may burn in as little as 10 minutes.
| 07:00 | 08:00 | 09:00 | 10:00 | 11:00 | 12:00 | 13:00 | 14:00 | 15:00 | 16:00 | 17:00 | 18:00 | 19:00 | |
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| UVI | 1 | 3 | 6 | 10 | 13 | 14 | 13 | 10 | 6 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Exposure | Low | Moderate | High | VeryHigh | Extreme | VeryHigh | High | Moderate | Low | ||||
| Time to burn | 45 min | 30 min | 25 min | 15 min | 10 min | 15 min | 25 min | 30 min | 45 min | ||||