Lake Kompienga
Reservoir Man-made reservoir in eastern Burkina Faso, hydroelectric dam
A reservoir in southeastern Burkina Faso formed by the Kompienga Dam. It supports local fisheries and riverside villages, and serves as a landmark for regional travel and irrigation.
Lake Kompienga is a reservoir in southeastern Burkina Faso created by the Kompienga Dam and used for hydroelectric power and water management. It occupies a river valley close to the town of Kompienga.
The lake provides local fisheries and supports livelihoods in the surrounding communities; shoreline villages use the reservoir for fishing and domestic water. The reservoir has a large surface extent for the region and is a key infrastructure feature in southeastern Burkina Faso.
The dam that formed the lake was constructed in the late 20th century to generate electricity and regulate river flow. Since construction the reservoir has been an important regional source of power and water.
The lake lies in southeastern Burkina Faso near the town of Kompienga, within the country’s eastern lowlands; it is distant from the national capital and is accessed from regional road networks.
- Reservoir use: Formed behind a hydroelectric dam and used for power generation, irrigation and local fisheries.
- Visitor notes: Local fishing and boat activity are common; access and facilities are limited outside nearby towns.
How to Get to Lake Kompienga #
Reachable by road from regional centers like Fada N’Gourma and by local roads serving surrounding villages. Travel conditions depend on the season; the dry season provides the most reliable overland access.
Tips for Visiting Lake Kompienga #
- If visiting the dam or viewpoints, check local regulations and opening hours at the reservoir management office.
- Early morning drives offer calm water and better chances to spot waterbirds along the margins.
- Bring sunscreen and a hat - the Sahelian sun is strong during most of the year.
Best Time to Visit Lake Kompienga #
Dry season typically provides better road conditions; reservoir behavior changes markedly with rains.
Weather & Climate near Lake Kompienga #
Lake Kompienga's climate is classified as Tropical Savanna - Tropical Savanna climate with very hot summers (peaking in April) and hot winters (coldest in August). Temperatures range from 20°C to 38°C. Moderate rainfall (921 mm/year) with a pronounced dry season.
January
January is warm with highs of 34°C and lows of 20°C. The driest month with just 0 mm and clear sunny skies.
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February
February is hot with highs of 36°C and lows of 22°C. Almost no rain and mostly sunny skies.
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March
March is hot with highs of 38°C and lows of 25°C. Light rainfall.
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April
April is the hottest month, feeling like 35°C. Moderate rainfall (41 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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May
May is hot, feeling like 35°C. Regular rainfall (87 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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June
June is hot, feeling like 32°C due to high humidity. Significant rainfall (132 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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July
July is warm with muggy conditions (dew point 23°C). Significant rainfall (177 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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August
August is warm with muggy conditions (dew point 23°C). The wettest month with heavy rain (235 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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September
September is warm with muggy conditions (dew point 23°C). Significant rainfall (186 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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October
October is hot, feeling like 32°C due to high humidity. Moderate rainfall (45 mm) and mostly sunny skies.
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November
November is hot, feeling like 30°C. Almost no rain and clear sunny skies.
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December
December is warm, feeling like 27°C. Almost no rain and clear sunny skies.
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