Climate of Guinea-Bissau — Month by Month
Country-wide average for Guinea-Bissau. Part of Western Africa, Africa.
Located in Western Africa, Africa, Guinea-Bissau has a tropical climate. Country-wide average temperatures range from 25.5°C / 77.9°F in January to 28°C / 82.4°F in April, with annual rainfall totalling around 1550 mm / 61 in — driest in January (0 mm / 0 in), wettest in August (500 mm / 19.7 in). These are national averages; regional variation can be substantial, especially in geographically diverse countries. For city-level detail see the cities section below, and for state or province breakdowns follow the subdivisions link if available.
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| Month | Temperature | Rainfall | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 25.5°C77.9°F | 0 mm0″ | Sunny & Hot, Sunny & Warm |
| February | 26.5°C79.7°F | 0 mm0″ | Sunny & Hot |
| March | 27.5°C81.5°F | 0 mm0″ | Sunny & Hot |
| April | 28°C82.4°F | 0 mm0″ | Sunny & Hot |
| May | 28°C82.4°F | 25 mm1″ | Sunny & Hot |
| June | 27°C80.6°F | 150 mm5.9″ | Tropical |
| July | 26°C78.8°F | 350 mm13.8″ | Tropical |
| August | 25.5°C77.9°F | 500 mm19.7″ | Tropical |
| September | 26°C78.8°F | 350 mm13.8″ | Tropical |
| October | 27°C80.6°F | 150 mm5.9″ | Tropical |
| November | 27°C80.6°F | 25 mm1″ | Sunny & Hot |
| December | 25.5°C77.9°F | 0 mm0″ | Sunny & Hot, Sunny & Warm |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Guinea-Bissau?
The best months to visit Guinea-Bissau for sunny, dry weather are January, February, March, April, May, November, December. The warmest month is April (28°C / 82.4°F average), and the driest is January (~0 mm / 0 in rainfall).
What is the climate of Guinea-Bissau?
Guinea-Bissau has country-wide monthly average temperatures ranging from 25.5°C / 77.9°F in January to 28°C / 82.4°F in April. Annual rainfall averages about 1550 mm / 61 in, with the wettest month being August (500 mm / 19.7 in) and the driest January (0 mm / 0 in). Regional variation within Guinea-Bissau can be significant — see subdivision or city pages for detail.
What is the hottest month in Guinea-Bissau?
The hottest month in Guinea-Bissau is April, with a country-wide average temperature of 28°C / 82.4°F.
What is the coldest month in Guinea-Bissau?
The coldest month in Guinea-Bissau is January, with a country-wide average temperature of 25.5°C / 77.9°F.
When does it rain most in Guinea-Bissau?
The wettest month in Guinea-Bissau is August, averaging about 500 mm / 19.7 in of rain. The driest is January with about 0 mm / 0 in.