The month in detail
What to expect in January
January is peak dry season in Abidjan. The air is warm and humidity more bearable than in the rainy season. Rain is virtually absent (6% of days) — ideal for planning without a backup. Not the best window, but acceptable if dates are constrained. August (7.9/10) is significantly better if possible.
January ranks 2 out of 12 months in Abidjan. Compared to December: 12 pts fewer rainy days.
This month's conditions
What it's like in January
UV index
8 · very high
protection essential
Feels like
very humid
23°
Sea
29°C
warm, ideal
Daylight
11.7h of daylight
Air quality
fair
AQI 47
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Is January the right month?
The best month in Abidjan is August (7.9/10), 2.0 pts higher than January.
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Hotels at their lowest outside peak season, highest on comfortable months. Shoulder seasons offer a good price/climate compromise.
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Practical info
What you need to know before you go
Three angles: the country (language, currency, safety, budget), the year-round climate, and the specifics of a tropical stay.
Country · Ivory Coast
🗣️LanguageFrench
💶CurrencyFranc CFA (CFA)
🚗DrivingRight-hand
🛡️Safety ⓘSafe · 2/5
💰Cost of living ⓘCheap · 2/5
🌡️ Climate
🌍Climate typeEquatorial tropical
📈Climate trend ⓘStable
🔥Hottest monthFebruary · 31°C
❄️Coolest monthJuly · 27°C
🌧️Rainiest month ⓘJune · 53%
🏝️ Tropical stay
🌞Dry season ⓘMay → Sep
🌧️Wet season ⓘDec → Mar
🌀Cyclones ⓘNone (equator)
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Location
Where is Abidjan ?
Global position + regional geographic context.
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🔍 Geographic context
Ivory CoastEquatorial tropical climate with a 7.9 → 4.9 gap between best and worst month. 10 years of ERA5 data to choose by project.
5.36°N · 4.01°W
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Abidjan?
August is the best month with 27.0°C highs, 22.0°C lows, 3.9h of sunshine and 14.0% rainy days.
How many hours of sunshine does Abidjan get in August?
Abidjan averages 3.9 sunshine hours per day in August. It is the sunniest month with a climate score of 7.8/10.
What is the rainiest month in Abidjan?
June is the most unfavourable month with June has the lowest climate score of the year and the lowest climate score of the year.
What are the temperatures at night in Abidjan in August?
In August, overnight lows reach 22.0°C, while afternoon highs average 27.0°C.
Is Abidjan good in winter?
In winter (December-February), Abidjan scores 5.7/10 on average — Decent period conditions for cultural visits.. The best month overall remains August with a score of 7.8/10.
When should you avoid Abidjan?
June is the most difficult month to visit Abidjan, with June has the lowest climate score of the year. Climate conditions are at their lowest of the year during this period.
Can you swim in Abidjan in January?
In January, the sea averages 29°C in Abidjan: warm, ideal. Ideal conditions for swimming and snorkeling.
Do you need sun protection in Abidjan in January?
The average UV index reaches 8 in January in Abidjan (very high), with about 11.7h of daylight. Protection essential.