Bissau weather
Today's sky, the hour-by-hour rain chance and the 16-day forecast for Bissau, Guinea-Bissau. Like most weather services, we show Bissau at one spot: Bissau, its largest city. At 9:15 PM local time it was partly cloudy and 25°C (78°F). Mostly light, on-and-off rain; heavier around 8 PM (1.7 mm total). Best months for weather: Nov–Mar.
Current conditions
- Clouds
- 70%
- Chance of rain
- 45%
- Rain
- 0.0 mm/h
Hourly Forecast
Mostly light, on-and-off rain; heavier around 8 PM (1.7 mm total)
Daily Forecast
Best Time to Visit
Peak season Nov–MarOff season Jul–Sep
About Bissau weather
Is it raining in Bissau right now?
No. It’s partly cloudy and 25° right now. Mostly light, on-and-off rain; heavier around 8 PM (1.7 mm total).
What’s the weather like in Bissau this week?
Over the next 7 days, expect highs of 31–33° and lows of 23–26°. Rain is likely on 2 of 7 days (Saturday, Sunday). The driest day looks like Friday.
Has it been raining in Bissau lately?
In the past 7 days, Bissau had 2 rainy days and 3.8 mm of rain in total.
What should I pack for Bissau?
For the coming week, bring an umbrella or rain jacket, light, breathable clothes and sunscreen.
Bissau weather by month
When is the best time to visit Bissau?
Based on weather alone, the best time to visit Bissau is Nov–Mar, according to NASA's 2001–2025 climate averages. Jul–Sep tends to be the least pleasant. Average highs run from 28°C (83°F) in August to 36°C (97°F) in April.
What is the rainiest month in Bissau?
August is the wettest month, with about 487 mm (19.2 in) of rain on average. December is the driest, with about 0 mm (0.0 in).
What is the hottest month in Bissau?
April is the warmest, with average highs of 36°C (97°F) and lows of 22°C (71°F). August is the coolest, with highs of 28°C (83°F) and lows of 24°C (76°F).
Does Bissau have a rainy season?
Yes. Jul–Oct is the rainy season (150 mm or more a month), while Nov–May is usually dry (under 60 mm).
Sources: 2001–2025 monthly averages from NASA POWER (MERRA-2 reanalysis for Bissau), forecast and current conditions from Open-Meteo. Page updated . How we rate months
Compare places in Bissau
Weather can differ a lot within Bissau: coasts, hills and mountains each have their own climate.
| Place | Best months | Rainy months | Highs | Rain a year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bissau | Nov–Mar | Jul–Oct | 28–36°C | 1,555 mm |
| Bairro Militar | Nov–Mar | Jul–Oct | 28–36°C | 1,555 mm |
| Contumo | Nov–Mar | Jul–Oct | 28–36°C | 1,555 mm |
| Reino de Bandim | Nov–Mar | Jul–Oct | 28–36°C | 1,555 mm |
| Missira | Nov–Mar | Jul–Oct | 28–36°C | 1,555 mm |
| Reino de Antula | Nov–Mar | Jul–Oct | 28–36°C | 1,555 mm |
| Quelele | Nov–Mar | Jul–Oct | 28–36°C | 1,555 mm |
| Plaque | Nov–Mar | Jul–Oct | 28–36°C | 1,555 mm |
| Luanda | Nov–Mar | Jul–Oct | 28–36°C | 1,555 mm |
| Sintra-Nema | Nov–Mar | Jul–Oct | 28–36°C | 1,555 mm |
| Belem | Nov–Mar | Jul–Oct | 28–36°C | 1,555 mm |
| Santa-Luzia | Nov–Mar | Jul–Oct | 28–36°C | 1,555 mm |