Best time to visit the Ivory Coast

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When is the best time to visit Ivory Coast?

The best time to visit Ivory Coast (Yamoussoukro) is June, July and October based on the following average weather conditions.

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Max Day Temperature (°C)

  • 33°C maximum daytime temperature in January in Ivory Coast (Yamoussoukro)33
    Jan
  • 35°C maximum daytime temperature in February in Ivory Coast (Yamoussoukro)35
    Feb
  • 34°C maximum daytime temperature in March in Ivory Coast (Yamoussoukro)34
    Mar
  • 33°C maximum daytime temperature in April in Ivory Coast (Yamoussoukro)33
    Apr
  • 32°C maximum daytime temperature in May in Ivory Coast (Yamoussoukro)32
    May
  • 30°C maximum daytime temperature in June in Ivory Coast (Yamoussoukro)30
    Jun
  • 29°C maximum daytime temperature in July in Ivory Coast (Yamoussoukro)29
    Jul
  • 29°C maximum daytime temperature in August in Ivory Coast (Yamoussoukro)29
    Aug
  • 30°C maximum daytime temperature in September in Ivory Coast (Yamoussoukro)30
    Sep
  • 31°C maximum daytime temperature in October in Ivory Coast (Yamoussoukro)31
    Oct
  • 32°C maximum daytime temperature in November in Ivory Coast (Yamoussoukro)32
    Nov
  • 32°C maximum daytime temperature in December in Ivory Coast (Yamoussoukro)32
    Dec

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Which is the hottest month in the Ivory Coast?

The hottest time of year in Yamoussoukro, Ivory Coast is normally March. Expect maximum daytime temperatures to reach 34°C with very high heat and humidity.

Which month has the most rain in the Ivory Coast?

In terms of rainfall, June is usually the wettest month in Yamoussoukro, Ivory Coast with 163mm on average. There are normally 15 days in June with some rain.

When is it sunniest in the Ivory Coast?

The sunniest time of year in Yamoussoukro, Ivory Coast is normally April with bright sunshine on average for 57% of daylight hours; that's 7 hours of sunshine per day.

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The weather guide for Ivory Coast (Yamoussoukro) shows long term weather averages processed from data supplied by CRU (University of East Anglia) & today's weather forecast provided by meteoblue. Find out more about our data sources.

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Ivory Coast weather overview

The south of the Ivory Coast is sandwiched between Liberia and Ghana. In the south and along the coast, there are two rainy seasons - March to July and October to December - with torrential downpours during the first rains. Humidity is high throughout the year and rain can occur along the coast at any time. Inland and in the north, there is one rainy season from May to September and a long dry season throughout the winter months.

What to pack for Ivory Coast weather

Light clothing is appropriate with waterproofs for the rains and warmer clothing for winter evenings, which can be chilly.

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