Climate of Côte d'Ivoire — Month by Month
Country-wide average for Côte d'Ivoire. Part of Western Africa, Africa.
Located in Western Africa, Africa, Côte d'Ivoire has a tropical climate. Country-wide average temperatures range from 25.4°C / 77.7°F in August to 28.6°C / 83.5°F in March, with annual rainfall totalling around 1550 mm / 61 in — driest in January (15 mm / 0.6 in), wettest in June (355 mm / 14 in). These are national averages; regional variation can be substantial, especially in geographically diverse countries. For city-level detail see the cities section below, and for state or province breakdowns follow the subdivisions link if available.
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| Month | Temperature | Rainfall | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 27.5°C81.5°F | 15 mm0.6″ | Sunny & Hot |
| February | 28.3°C82.9°F | 45 mm1.8″ | — |
| March | 28.6°C83.5°F | 95 mm3.7″ | Tropical |
| April | 28.3°C82.9°F | 135 mm5.3″ | Tropical |
| May | 27.4°C81.3°F | 215 mm8.5″ | Tropical |
| June | 26.2°C79.2°F | 355 mm14″ | Tropical |
| July | 25.6°C78.1°F | 165 mm6.5″ | Tropical |
| August | 25.4°C77.7°F | 85 mm3.3″ | Tropical |
| September | 25.8°C78.4°F | 185 mm7.3″ | Tropical |
| October | 26.5°C79.7°F | 165 mm6.5″ | Tropical |
| November | 27.2°C81°F | 65 mm2.6″ | — |
| December | 27.4°C81.3°F | 25 mm1″ | Sunny & Hot |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Côte d'Ivoire?
The best months to visit Côte d'Ivoire for sunny, dry weather are January, December. The warmest month is March (28.6°C / 83.5°F average), and the driest is January (~15 mm / 0.6 in rainfall).
What is the climate of Côte d'Ivoire?
Côte d'Ivoire has country-wide monthly average temperatures ranging from 25.4°C / 77.7°F in August to 28.6°C / 83.5°F in March. Annual rainfall averages about 1550 mm / 61 in, with the wettest month being June (355 mm / 14 in) and the driest January (15 mm / 0.6 in). Regional variation within Côte d'Ivoire can be significant — see subdivision or city pages for detail.
What is the hottest month in Côte d'Ivoire?
The hottest month in Côte d'Ivoire is March, with a country-wide average temperature of 28.6°C / 83.5°F.
What is the coldest month in Côte d'Ivoire?
The coldest month in Côte d'Ivoire is August, with a country-wide average temperature of 25.4°C / 77.7°F.
When does it rain most in Côte d'Ivoire?
The wettest month in Côte d'Ivoire is June, averaging about 355 mm / 14 in of rain. The driest is January with about 15 mm / 0.6 in.