Weather · March

Burkina Faso weather in March

Temperature, rain, what to pack, this month's events and prices

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March in Burkina Faso: an average of 30°, about 0 mm of rain for the month. Roughly 11h 56m of daylight, with light from about 06:09 to 18:04. March in Burkina Faso is perfectly doable if you dress right and plan the day — usually with fewer tourists and better prices.

The weather in detail

Burkina Faso in March

Average temp30°
Rain this month0 mm
Daylight11.9 h
Sun06:09-18:04
Seasonshoulder/low season, better prices
Day by day

Every day in March, the multi-year average

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29°The month's average temperature range (30-year average, not a forecast)32°
What to do

March in Burkina Faso, what works

Good for the beach, the pool and water activities, but plan the day around the heat: out early, a long midday break, back out towards sunset. Sightseeing and walks are best first thing.

What to pack: Light, breathable clothes, a hat, sunglasses and a water bottle. Avoid exertion at midday.

What's on in March

Holidays & events in Burkina Faso

  • 8 MarchInternational Women's Day
  • 20 MarchEnd of Ramadan (Eid al-Fitr)

On public holidays banks and offices close, some sites change hours and transport shifts, but it's also the best way to see living tradition.

Questions & answers

March in Burkina Faso, FAQ

Do I need a coat in Burkina Faso in March?
Light, breathable clothes, a hat, sunglasses and a water bottle. Avoid exertion at midday.
Can you sit outside at cafés in Burkina Faso in March?
Yes, on most days sitting outside is pleasant, especially during the day and early evening.
Does it snow in Burkina Faso in March?
No. Temperatures are well above freezing.
How many hours of daylight in Burkina Faso in March?
About 11h 56m of daylight. The sun rises around 06:09 and sets around 18:04. Plan sightseeing around the light.
Is March a good time to visit Burkina Faso?
March in Burkina Faso is perfectly doable if you dress right and plan the day — usually with fewer tourists and better prices.
Plan the trip

Burkina Faso — flights & hotels

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Sources: Climate: Open-Meteo 1991-2020 · Daylight: astronomical calculation · Holidays: date-holidays dataset