What’s the climate like in Ivory Coast?
The current climate in Ivory Coast features temperatures ranging from a high of 36°C to a low of 30°C throughout the year. The average yearly temperature is around 34°C. At night, temperatures in the colder months average around 20°C and in the warmer months around 24°C.
The highest temperature recorded in Ivory Coast in recent years was 41°C in April 2023. The lowest daytime temperature recorded was 22°C in August 2023.
On average, Ivory Coast receives 1181 mm of precipitation each year. For comparison, New York gets 1142 mm of precipitation annually.
You can check out all destinations in Ivory Coast to get the full picture of the climate.
Best time to visit Ivory Coast?
The best time to visit Ivory Coast for sunny weather is January, March through May, July and October through December. During this period, you'll have nice temperatures and not too much rain, making it a great time to visit Ivory Coast. In the other months of the year, there's too much rain or the temperature isn't ideal for a visit if you want sunny and pleasant weather.
Climate Table of Ivory Coast
The climate table of Ivory Coast shows the average temperatures, rainfall, and UV index per month. The table provides an overview of the average day and night temperatures in degrees Celsius, the total amount of rainfall in millimeters, the total snowfall in centimeters, and the UV index for each month. Rainfall is always measured as water, even if it's snow or hail.
Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
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Temp. max (°C) | 35 | 36 | 35 | 35 | 34 | 31 | 30 | 30 | 31 | 32 | 34 | 34 |
Temp. min (°C) | 21 | 23 | 24 | 24 | 24 | 23 | 23 | 22 | 23 | 23 | 23 | 21 |
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Precipitation (mm) | 3,9 | 47 | 98 | 96 | 108 | 159 | 120 | 178 | 202 | 116 | 46 | 6,7 |
UV Index | 9 | 9 | 9 | 9 | 8 | 7 | 7 | 7 | 7 | 8 | 8 | 8 |
Click on the month name to see more weather details, like daily averages, temperatures, and precipitation for the past years in that month.
- Average yearly temperature: 34°C
- Highest temperature: 36°C in February
- Lowest temperature: 30°C in July and August
- Precipitation: 1181 mm per year, averaging 98 mm per month
- Driest months: 3,9 mm in January, 6,7 mm in December and 46 mm in November
- Wettest months: 202 mm in September, 178 mm in August and 159 mm in June
Weather experiences in Ivory Coast
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Average Temperature per Month in Ivory Coast
This graph shows the average maximum temperatures per month in Ivory Coast. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and the average is calculated based on the recorded temperatures per month from past years.
Average Precipitation per Month in Ivory Coast
This graph shows how much rainfall Ivory Coast gets on average per month. Rainfall is always measured as water, even if it's snow or hail. This makes it easy to compare how much has fallen, regardless of the form of precipitation. The amount of rainfall is measured in millimeters, and the average is calculated based on the recorded rainfall per month from past years.
Average UV Index per Month in Ivory Coast
This graph shows the average UV index per month in Ivory Coast. The UV index indicates the intensity of ultraviolet radiation and ranges from 0 to a maximum of 11.
Yearly Temperature in Ivory Coast
This graph shows the average yearly temperature in Ivory Coast. The yearly temperature, expressed in degrees Celsius, is the average of all twelve monthly temperatures summed up for that year.
Total Yearly Precipitation in Ivory Coast
This chart shows the total yearly precipitation in Ivory Coast over the past few years. The total yearly precipitation, measured in millimeters, is the sum of all the rain that fell in the twelve months of that year.
Weather experiences in Ivory Coast
The weather in Ivory Coast is rated an average of 3,6 out of 5 stars by 5 visitors. Have you been to Ivory Coast? Share your weather experience to help other visitors.
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Even during the monsoon season, there were only brief, refreshing showers followed by sunshine. The heat was pleasant, not oppressive.— This text is automatically translated to English
Despite the promise of a tropical climate, the days were often wet and unpredictable. The heat could be oppressive at times.— This text is automatically translated to English
Not too hot, perfect for a relaxing vacation. There were a few days of rain, but generally the sky was clear blue.— This text is automatically translated to English
Unfortunately, the weather was unpredictable. There were sunny days and sudden showers. Be sure to bring an umbrella! The temperature was comfortable, not too hot.— This text is automatically translated to English
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Average weather in Ivory Coast by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Ivory Coast. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.