Africa Weather Forecast
Africa weather: 73°F, overcast. Hourly forecast, 14-day outlook, UV, air quality and the best time to visit.
Will it rain in Africa?
Possibly - there is a 39% chance in Africa today.
A 39% chance means rain is likely somewhere nearby at some point - carry a layer, but do not cancel.
Over the next 7 days, about 1,3 in of precipitation is forecast, with the wettest days falling on Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun and Mon.
Rainfall over the next 7 days is close to normal for August (1,3 in against a typical 1,6 in).
16-day forecast for Africa
Daily highs and lows, precipitation and UV.
| Day | Conditions | High / Low | Precip | Wind | UV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tue, Aug 25 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 90° / 73° | 39% · 0,0 in | 3 mph | 9 |
| Wed, Aug 26 | 🌧️ Showers | 89° / 74° | 92% · 0,3 in | 7 mph | 9 |
| Thu, Aug 27 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 89° / 74° | 69% · 0,0 in | 5 mph | 8 |
| Fri, Aug 28 | ⛈️ Thunderstorm | 87° / 74° | 59% · 0,3 in | 9 mph | 8 |
| Sat, Aug 29 | 🌧️ Heavy drizzle | 89° / 74° | 67% · 0,2 in | 7 mph | 7 |
| Sun, Aug 30 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 89° / 72° | 71% · 0,1 in | 6 mph | 9 |
| Mon, Aug 31 | 🌧️ Heavy drizzle | 85° / 72° | 86% · 0,3 in | 6 mph | 8 |
| Tue, Sep 1 | ⛈️ Thunderstorm | 87° / 72° | 80% · 0,4 in | 5 mph | 6 |
| Wed, Sep 2 | ⛈️ Thunderstorm | 86° / 71° | 90% · 0,2 in | 7 mph | 8 |
| Thu, Sep 3 | ⛈️ Thunderstorm | 87° / 72° | 80% · 0,6 in | 6 mph | 8 |
| Fri, Sep 4 | 🌦️ Light showers | 86° / 72° | 69% · 0,5 in | 5 mph | 9 |
| Sat, Sep 5 | 🌦️ Light showers | 84° / 72° | 62% · 0,3 in | 5 mph | 4 |
| Sun, Sep 6 | 🌦️ Drizzle | 80° / 72° | 74% · 0,3 in | 7 mph | 6 |
| Mon, Sep 7 | 🌦️ Drizzle | 85° / 71° | 82% · 0,4 in | 5 mph | 8 |
| Tue, Sep 8 | 🌧️ Heavy drizzle | 78° / 70° | 55% · 0,4 in | 4 mph | 5 |
| Wed, Sep 9 | ☀️ Clear sky | -- / -- | 39% | -- | — |
What this means for Africa
Today is slightly warmer than average for August. The forecast high of 90°F is 5.8°F above the 84°F typical for this month.
A 39% chance means rain is likely somewhere nearby at some point - carry a layer, but do not cancel.
No weather-related travel disruption is expected today. Roads and airports should run normally.
Within 15 degrees of the equator, day length barely changes all year; seasons are defined by rain, not temperature.
Northern Hemisphere, so peak summer falls in June to August.
The gap between the warmest and coldest month averages 44°F - an unusually even climate through the year.
What to pack, what to skip
- Lightweight, light-coloured clothing and a refillable water bottle
- Sunglasses, a brimmed hat and SPF 30+
- A packable rain shell - 6 of the next 7 days carry a real chance of rain
- If your dates are flexible, avoid July, August and September - historically the least comfortable months here.
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Africa?
Africa is a continent. Its coordinates are 8.7832, 21.0936.
What is the weather like in Africa right now?
It is currently 73°F (23°C) with overcast. Humidity is 97% and wind is 2 mph.
When is the best time to visit Africa?
January, February, November and December offer the most comfortable conditions in Africa, which has a Mediterranean climate. July, August and September are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Africa in?
Africa observes Africa/Bangui (UTC+01:00). The local time is 6:48 AM.
How many people live in Africa?
Africa has a population of approximately 1.46 billion.
What is the nearest airport to Africa?
The closest airports are Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO), 1.295 mi away, Cairo International Airport (CAI), 1.618 mi away and Cape Town International Airport (CPT), 2.959 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Africa?
Popular options include Kruger National Park, Maasai Mara National Reserve, Serengeti National Park, Jemaa el-Fnaa, Pyramids of Giza and Table Mountain.
What places are in Africa?
Africa covers 23 places in this atlas, including Algeria, Botswana, Cameroon, Egypt, Ethiopia and Ghana.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (continents) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Forecast and observations | Open-Meteo (ECMWF and national models). |
| Air quality and pollen | Copernicus CAMS via Open-Meteo. US AQI scale. |
| Climate averages | ERA5 reanalysis via the Open-Meteo archive, aggregated over 3 years. |
| Method | Scores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown. |
Last updated August 25, 2026 at 6:48 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
