August weather forecast
Guinea-Bissau

August in Guinea-Bissau remains squarely within the wet season, characterized by continued high rainfall and persistently warm temperatures. The average temperatures during this month range from 23°C (73.4°F) in the cooler morning hours to approximately 30°C (86°F) in the afternoon. Despite these temperatures being similar to July, the consistent heavy rainfall leads to high levels of humidity, creating a warm and moist climate.

In the coastal city of Bissau, August experiences similar weather patterns. The temperatures typically range between 23°C (73.4°F) and 30°C (86°F). The city's coastal position brings a slight reprieve from the inland heat but also contributes to high humidity and significant rainfall.

August is one of the rainiest months of the year in Guinea-Bissau, with average precipitation levels reaching up to 370mm (14.57"). This heavy rainfall, marginally higher than July, continues to mark the peak of the monsoon season.

Compared to July, August experiences similar temperatures but sees a slight increase in rainfall. The high rainfall and warm temperatures result in a flourish of vegetation, creating a lush, vibrant landscape across the country. For travellers interested in wildlife and flora, early August may still provide opportunities for exploration before the heaviest rains of the year set in. However, due to the heavy rainfall, road conditions can become challenging, and flooding may occur in certain areas.

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• Bissau - August »
  The month with the most rainfall in Bissau is August, when the rain falls for 22 days and typically aggregates up to 683mm (26.89") of precipitation. Bissau registers an average high-temperature of a tropical 30°C (86°F) with the arrival of August, showing minor deviation from the preceding month.
• Gabu - August »
  In Gabu during August, the rain falls for 20 days and regularly aggregates up to 398mm (15.67") of precipitation. The month with the least sunshine in Gabu is August, with an average of 5h of sunshine.
• Canchungo - August »
  The month with the most rainfall in Canchungo is August, when the rain falls for 27.1 days and typically aggregates up to 254mm (10") of precipitation. The month with the most rainfall in Canchungo is August, when the rain falls for 27.1 days and typically aggregates up to 254mm (10") of precipitation.
• Bissora - August »
  August in Bissora experiences a further increase in rainfall - totaling 245mm (9.65"), making it the wettest month of the year. In Bissora, the month of August is known for its lowest average temperatures, reaching a high of 30.5°C (86.9°F) and a low of 23.8°C (74.8°F).
• Bolama - August »
  The month with the most rainfall in Bolama is August, when the rain falls for 26.9 days and typically aggregates up to 270mm (10.63") of precipitation. August, with average temperatures reaching a high of 29.6°C (85.3°F) and a low of 25°C (77°F), is the coldest month in Bolama, Guinea-Bissau.
• Cacheu - August »
  The month with the most rainfall in Cacheu is August, when the rain falls for 27.1 days and typically aggregates up to 254mm (10") of precipitation. The month with the most rainfall in Cacheu is August, when the rain falls for 27.1 days and typically aggregates up to 254mm (10") of precipitation.
• Buba - August »
  The month with the most rainfall in Buba is August, when the rain falls for 25.7 days and typically aggregates up to 286mm (11.26") of precipitation. The month with the least sunshine in Buba is August, with an average of 5.1h of sunshine.
• Catió - August »
  The month with the least sunshine in Catió is August, with an average of 5.1h of sunshine. Catió's coldest month, August, generally records average temperatures ranging from a high of 29.9°C (85.8°F) to a low of 23.8°C (74.8°F).
• Quebo - August »
  The month with the most rainfall in Quebo is August, when the rain falls for 25.7 days and typically aggregates up to 286mm (11.26") of precipitation. With an average high-temperature of 29.9°C (85.8°F) and an average low-temperature of 23.8°C (74.8°F), August is the coldest month in Quebo, Guinea-Bissau.
• Fulacunda - August »
  The month with the most rainfall in Fulacunda is August, when the rain falls for 25.7 days and typically aggregates up to 286mm (11.26") of precipitation. August and September, with an average relative humidity of 85%, are most humid months in Fulacunda.
• Farim - August »
  The month with the most rainfall in Farim is August, when the rain falls for 27.7 days and typically aggregates up to 206mm (8.11") of precipitation. August, with its average high-temperature of 31°C (87.8°F) and an average low-temperature of 23.1°C (73.6°F), holds the record as the coldest month in Farim, Guinea-Bissau.