The month in detail
What to expect in January
January is peak dry season in Lomé. The air is warm and humidity more bearable than in the rainy season. Rain is virtually absent (4% of days) — ideal for planning without a backup. Not the best window, but acceptable if dates are constrained. December (6.0/10) is significantly better if possible.
January ranks 2 out of 12 months in Lomé.
This month's conditions
What it's like in January
UV index
8 · high
sunscreen and hat advised
Feels like
very humid
23°
Sea
29°C
warm, ideal
Daylight
11.7h of daylight
Air quality
poor
AQI 71
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Is January the right month?
The best month in Lomé is December (6.0/10), 0.1 pt 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 · Togo
🗣️LanguageFrench
💶CurrencyFranc CFA (CFA)
🚗DrivingRight-hand
🛡️Safety ⓘSafe · 2/5
💰Cost of living ⓘVery cheap · 1/5
🌡️ Climate
🌍Climate typeEquatorial tropical
📈Climate trend ⓘStable
🔥Hottest monthFebruary · 32°C
❄️Coolest monthAugust · 27°C
🌧️Rainiest month ⓘJune · 48%
🏝️ Tropical stay
🌞Dry season ⓘMay → Sep
🌧️Wet season ⓘDec → Mar
🌀Cyclones ⓘNone (equator)
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Location
Where is Lomé ?
Global position + regional geographic context.
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🔍 Geographic context
TogoEquatorial tropical climate with a 6.0 → 5.1 gap between best and worst month. 10 years of ERA5 data to choose by project.
6.13°N · 1.22°E
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Lomé?
December is the best month with 31.0°C highs, 25.0°C lows, 7.3h of sunshine and 2.0% rainy days.
How many hours of sunshine does Lomé get in December?
Lomé averages 7.3 sunshine hours per day in December. It is the sunniest month with a climate score of 6.0/10.
What is the rainiest month in Lomé?
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 Lomé in December?
In December, overnight lows reach 25.0°C, while afternoon highs average 31.0°C.
Is Lomé good in winter?
In winter (December-February), Lomé scores 5.8/10 on average — Decent period conditions for cultural visits.. The best month overall remains December with a score of 6.0/10.
When should you avoid Lomé?
June is the most difficult month to visit Lomé, 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 Lomé in January?
In January, the sea averages 29°C in Lomé: warm, ideal. Ideal conditions for swimming and snorkeling.
Do you need sun protection in Lomé in January?
The average UV index reaches 8 in January in Lomé (high), with about 11.7h of daylight. Sunscreen and hat advised.