Best time to visit Guinea-Bissau

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When is the best time to visit Guinea-Bissau?

The best time to visit Guinea-Bissau (Bissau) is July and September based on the following average weather conditions.

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Daily hours of sunshine = 10 hours or more [remove]

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2
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2.5
Mar
2.5
Apr
2
May
2
Jun
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Jul
2.5
Aug
3
Sep
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Max Day Temperature (°F)

91
Jan
95
Feb
95
Mar
95
Apr
95
May
91
Jun
86
Jul
86
Aug
86
Sep
90
Oct
91
Nov
90
Dec

Hours of Sunshine (daily)

8
Jan
8
Feb
9
Mar
9
Apr
8
May
7
Jun
6
Jul
5
Aug
6
Sep
7
Oct
8
Nov
8
Dec

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The weather guide for Guinea-Bissau (Bissau) shows long term weather averages processed from data supplied by CRU (University of East Anglia) & today's weather forecast provided by meteoblue. Find out more about our data sources.

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Guinea-Bissau weather overview

The tiny country of Guinea-Bissau borders Guinea to the south and shares its tropical climate. It has a very heavy rainy season from May to November when conditions are made unpleasant by high humidity. Things look up between December and April when Harmattan desert winds bring dryer air to the interior and trade winds perk up the coast. Dry season temperatures get higher the further you go inland but tend to plummet at night.

What to pack for Guinea-Bissau weather

Take light clothing and good waterproofs for the rains and warmer attire for dry season nights inland.

Which is the hottest month in Guinea-Bissau?

The hottest time of year in Bissau, Guinea-Bissau is normally October. Expect maximum daytime temperatures to reach 90°F with very high heat and humidity.

Which month has the most rain in Guinea-Bissau?

In terms of rainfall, August is usually the wettest month in Bissau, Guinea-Bissau with 21.4 inches on average. There are normally 22 days in August with some rain.

When is it sunniest in Guinea-Bissau?

The sunniest time of year in Bissau, Guinea-Bissau is normally March with bright sunshine on average for 72% of daylight hours; that's 9 hours of sunshine per day.

When is the sea warmest in Guinea-Bissau?

The sea is usually at its warmest in Bissau, Guinea-Bissau in November when the water temperature reaches 84°F.

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Guinea-Bissau - quick facts
Time difference	UK +0 hours
Language(s)	Portuguese Creole, Portuguese
Currency	West African CFA Franc
Electricity	C + E + F plug (220V)
Driving side	Right
Visa^✝	Yes