August · Guinea-Bissau
Best time to visit Bafata in August Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Bafata in August
Average temperature 26°C, 361 mm of rain, about 18 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 88% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
August score
3.7/10
Ranked #12 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 26°C
- Rainfall
- 361 mm
- Humidity
- 88%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 18
- Crowd Density
- Quiet / Uncrowded
- Average Expenses
- $ · Budget Friendly ($)
August in Bafata scores 3.7/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - ranked #12 of 12. Expect around 26°C, 361 mm of rain, and roughly 18 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Bafatá is a historic eastern Guinea-Bissau town on the Geba River, with colonial traces, market life, and a slower inland perspective on the country.
August in Bafata: expect compromises
At 26°C (78°F) this is comfortable city weather in August, with sightseeing easiest before lunch and after the afternoon peak.
Expect monsoon-level rainfall at 361 mm: only about 18 days with 6+ hours of sunshine across the month, and stretches of heavy rain are normal.
That is 3.7/10 on the same scale — 12th of 12 months, versus 8.6/10 for the best month here.
Pack light clothing, a hat and real sun protection, a proper rain shell rather than an umbrella.
Budget for low-season pricing, and crowds are light for this destination.
If your dates are flexible, December is materially better in Bafata — 4.9 points higher on the same scale.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Bafata in August?
- In August, Bafata averages 26°C, 361 mm of rain, and about 18 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 3.7/10.
- Is August a good time to visit Bafata?
- August earns a 3.7/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Bafata in August?
- Expect about 361 mm of rain in August. Average humidity is 88% and there are about 18 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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