February weather forecast
Ouagadougou, Burkina Faso

The weather turns warmer in February, building onto the heat experienced in January. This month also continues the trend of low humidity and minimal rainfall. Interestingly, the UV index reaches a peak at 12, alerting residents and tourists to guard against excessive sun exposure. Similar to January, February is dry, though it starts drawing toward the incoming wet season. The daylight extends marginally, preparing for the upcoming spring.

Temperature

With the start of February in Ouagadougou, the average high-temperature marginally shifts from January's tropical 32.2°C (90°F) to a sweltering 36.3°C (97.3°F). Ouagadougou registers a substantial downturn from daytime peaks throughout February nights, with an average low-temperature of 19.1°C (66.4°F).

Humidity

February is the least humid month in Ouagadougou, with an average relative humidity of 28.5%.

Rainfall

February through December are months with rainfall in Ouagadougou. February is the first month it rains. Throughout February, in the average 0.1 rainfall days, it receives 2mm (0.08") of precipitation. In Ouagadougou, during the entire year, the rain falls for 35.2 days and collects up to 788mm (31.02") of precipitation.

Daylight

In February, the average length of the day in Ouagadougou is 11h and 44min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:31 and sunset at 18:07. On the last day of February, in Ouagadougou, sunrise is at 06:21 and sunset at 18:15 GMT.

Sunshine

January through March, May, October and November, with an average of 9h of sunshine, are months with the most sunshine.

UV index

February through September, with an average maximum UV index of 12, are months with the highest UV index in Ouagadougou, Burkina Faso. A UV Index estimate of 11, and higher, represents an extreme health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: During February, 12 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Enforce all necessary safety measures, unprotected skin may suffer burns swiftly. The Sun's UV radiation is most potent between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this time. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades. After a swim or an outdoor workout, generously apply and reapply a broad-spectrum SPF 30+ sunscreen.