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

Observing a minor shift, the average high-temperature during February adjusts from January's hot 32.2°C (90°F) to a torrid 36.3°C (97.3°F). Ouagadougou, after an intense day, registers a significant cooling to an average low-temperature of 19.1°C (66.4°F) throughout February.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

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

Sunshine

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

UV index

February through September, with an average maximum UV index of 12, are months with the highest UV index in Ouagadougou. A UV Index of 11, and more, symbolizes an excessive health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 12 during February leads to these instructions:
Put into effect every essential safeguard, as unprotected skin and eyes might burn instantly. The Sun's UV radiation is most intense from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sun exposure during these hours. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely. Apply generously and frequently a broad-spectrum SPF 30+ sunscreen every two hours, or immediately after swimming or any outdoor exercise.