Ouagadougou · AutumnMonth summary
Ouagadougou weather in September
✅ Good
🌡️ Temperature min / max
73°F – 90°F
🌧 Rainy days
54% of days
☀️ Sunshine
11.0h per day on average
🌊 🌊 Season
Autumn
⭐ ⭐ Weather score
7.2/10
📅 📅 Best month
January (7.9/10)
Quick decision
Should you visit Ouagadougou in September?
✅ Good
✅ Yes if: you're willing to accept showers in exchange for lower prices and fewer tourists.
❌ No if: you're planning 100% outdoor activities — rain is frequent.
Our take: Favourable conditions in September (7.2/10). January scores higher but the gap is small.
By trip type
Ouagadougou in September by trip type
- 🏙️ 🏙️ City break / culture : ✅ Good
- 🚶 🚶 Outdoor activities : ⚠️ Possible
- 🏖️ Beach / swimming : ⚠️ Possible
- 💰 💰 Budget : 💸 Peak season
Local context
What to expect in September
Autumn in Ouagadougou is often underrated: 32°F, golden light and declining crowds. An interesting window. With 54% of rainy days, always have indoor alternatives planned. Not the best window, but acceptable if dates are constrained. January (7.9/10) is significantly better if possible.
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Month-by-month comparison
| Month | Min °F | Max °F | Rain % | Precip in | Sun h/d | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ☀️ January | 63°F | 91°F | 0% | 0.0in | 10.9h | 7.9/10 |
| 🥵 February | 68°F | 97°F | 0% | 0.0in | 11.0h | 6.9/10 |
| 🥵 March | 75°F | 102°F | 2% | 0.0in | 10.8h | 6.9/10 |
| 🥵 April | 82°F | 104°F | 3% | 0.0in | 11.1h | 6.9/10 |
| 🥵 May | 82°F | 100°F | 17% | 0.0in | 11.2h | 6.9/10 |
| 🌤️ June | 77°F | 95°F | 31% | 0.1in | 11.1h | 7.1/10 |
| 🌤️ July | 75°F | 90°F | 58% | 0.2in | 10.7h | 7.1/10 |
| ⛅ August | 73°F | 86°F | 78% | 0.3in | 9.3h | 7.0/10 |
| 🌤️ September | 73°F | 90°F | 54% | 0.2in | 11.0h | 7.2/10 |
| ☀️ October | 75°F | 93°F | 18% | 0.0in | 11.1h | 7.4/10 |
| 🥵 November | 68°F | 97°F | 0% | 0.0in | 10.9h | 6.9/10 |
| ☀️ December | 66°F | 93°F | 0% | 0.0in | 10.6h | 7.6/10 |
Ideal
Fair
Challenging climate
◀ Current month · Source Open-Meteo · 10 years
📊 Data source
Data based on 10 years of ERA5 records via Open-Meteo, with ECMWF seasonal adjustment. In September, Ouagadougou averages 90°F, 54% rainy days and 11.0h of sunshine per day. Overall weather score: 7.2/10.
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Comparison
September vs January (best month)
The best month is January (score 7.9/10). Difference:
- 🌡️ Max temperature : +1°F
- 🌧 Rainy days : -54%
- ☀️ Sunshine : -0.1h/day
FAQ
FAQ — Ouagadougou in September
Is September a good time to visit Ouagadougou?
September is an acceptable time for Ouagadougou (score 7.2/10). Conditions are decent but not optimal — consider January (7.9/10) if possible.
Does it rain a lot in Ouagadougou in September?
Yes, 54% of days see rain in September. Plan some indoor activities as backup.
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