August · Guinea-Bissau
Best time to visit Bijagos in August Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Bijagos in August
Average temperature 26°C, 479 mm of rain, about 21 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 86% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
August score
3.4/10
Ranked #11 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 26°C
- Rainfall
- 479 mm
- Humidity
- 86%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 21
- Crowd Density
- Quiet / Uncrowded
- Average Expenses
- $ · Budget Friendly ($)
August in Bijagos scores 3.4/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - ranked #11 of 12. Expect around 26°C, 479 mm of rain, and roughly 21 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
The Bijagós is a remote Atlantic archipelago of mangroves, tidal channels, community-managed islands, wildlife habitat, and low-volume boat travel.
August in Bijagos — the hardest end of the year
Days in August average 26°C (79°F) and humidity near 86% — front-load outdoor plans before the heat builds and treat the middle of the day as indoor time.
This is the year's wettest stretch at 479 mm, but with about 21 days with 6+ hours of sunshine it is not a total loss; an indoor fallback covers the risk.
That is 3.4/10 on the same scale — 11th of 12 months, versus 8.1/10 for the best month here.
Pack the lightest breathable clothing you own, a hat, and more water than feels necessary, a proper rain shell rather than an umbrella.
Expect low-season pricing, and crowds are light for this destination.
If your dates are flexible, January is materially better in Bijagos — 4.7 points higher on the same scale.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Bijagos in August?
- In August, Bijagos averages 26°C, 479 mm of rain, and about 21 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 3.4/10.
- Is August a good time to visit Bijagos?
- August earns a 3.4/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Bijagos in August?
- Expect about 479 mm of rain in August. Average humidity is 86% and there are about 21 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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