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Chutes de Koudou

Waterfall
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Chutes de Koudou essentials

Country: Burkina Faso
Driest months: Dec-Feb
Pay in: Franc (Fr)
Language: French

Chutes de Koudou at a Glance

When to Go

Best Time to Visit Chutes de Koudou

Dry season offers easier access; wet season offers fuller waterfalls but trickier conditions.

Dry season
November-March · 25-30°C (77-86°F)
Better access and clearer trails.
Wet season
April-October · 24-28°C (75-82°F)
Falls are at their most dramatic but trails can be slippery.

Weather & Climate near Chutes de Koudou

Climate

Chutes de Koudou's climate is classified as Tropical Savanna - Tropical Savanna climate with very hot summers (peaking in April) and hot winters (coldest in December). Temperatures range from 17°C to 39°C. Moderate rainfall (842 mm/year) with a pronounced dry season.

Air Quality: AQI 101 Unhealthy (Sg)
Best Time to Visit
DecemberFebruaryJanuary
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
44°
Warmest Month
11°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
Month Comfort Temp Feels Rain Sky Humidity Wind UV Daylight
January Ideal 18° - 34° 26° 0 mm clear 23% 2.7 m/s 1.7 very high 11.4h
February Ideal 20° - 37° 28° 1 mm mostly sunny 20% 3.0 m/s 1.8 very high 11.7h
March Excellent 24° - 39° 31° 6 mm some cloud 26% 2.5 m/s 2.0 extreme 12.0h
April Excellent 26° - 39° 34° 24 mm partly cloudy 44% 2.6 m/s 2.2 extreme 12.3h
May Very Good 25° - 36° 35° 76 mm partly cloudy 60% 2.6 m/s 2.2 extreme 12.5h
June Good 24° - 33° 32° 125 mm partly cloudy 69% 2.7 m/s 2.0 extreme 12.7h
July Very Good 23° - 31° 27° 187 mm partly cloudy 78% 2.3 m/s 2.0 very high 12.6h
August Good 22° - 30° 26° 230 mm overcast 84% 1.8 m/s 2.0 very high 12.4h
September Good 22° - 31° 26° 162 mm partly cloudy 83% 1.5 m/s 2.1 extreme 12.1h
October Excellent 22° - 34° 31° 29 mm some cloud 71% 1.7 m/s 2.0 extreme 11.8h
November Excellent 19° - 36° 28° 2 mm mostly sunny 47% 1.7 m/s 1.8 very high 11.5h
December Ideal 17° - 35° 26° 0 mm clear 32% 2.3 m/s 1.7 very high 11.3h
Getting There & Around

How to Get to Chutes de Koudou

Chutes de Koudou is reached via regional roads; visitors should check local guidance for the nearest town access and hiking routes. Local transport and guides are recommended for safety and navigation.

Tips for Visiting Chutes de Koudou

  • Local guides can help find the best viewpoints and ensure safe river crossings.
  • Bring waterproof bags for cameras and electronics - humidity and spray near the falls are common.
  • Plan for limited facilities; pack snacks and water.