Geography of Ivory Coast
Geography of Ivory Coast: location, coordinates, elevation, terrain and the places around it.
Geography of Ivory Coast
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Coordinates: 6°49′39.4″N 5°17′21.5″W (6.8276, -5.2893)
Quick facts about Ivory Coast
| Type | Country |
|---|---|
| Continent | Africa |
| Continent | Africa |
| Coordinates | 6°49′39.4″N 5°17′21.5″W (6.8276, -5.2893) |
| Capital | Yamoussoukro |
| Population | 29.000.000 |
| Area | 124.504 sq mi |
| ISO code | CI |
| ISO 3166-1 alpha-3 | CIV |
| Currency | West African CFA franc (XOF) |
| Languages | French |
| Calling code | +225 |
| Time zone | Africa/Abidjan |
| Local time | 6:06 PM (UTC+00:00) |
| Best months | January, November and December |
| Climate | Temperate |
Summary
Ivory Coast is a country in Africa. Ivory Coast is a country in Africa with its capital at Yamoussoukro. It has a population of about 29 million. The capital is Yamoussoukro.
Right now it is 80°F (27°C) in Ivory Coast with light drizzle. It feels like 89°F. Today runs from 72°F to 80°F. Chance of precipitation is 96%. Sightseeing conditions score 7.3/10 - good conditions.
The best time to visit Ivory Coast is January, November and December. The climate is temperate. May, June and October tend to be the least comfortable months. February is the warmest month with average highs near 95°F, while December is the coldest with lows near 71°F.
In plain terms. Today is slightly cooler than average for October. The forecast high of 80°F is 5.6°F below the 86°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 7 AM to 10 AM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. fishing is the strongest bet in Ivory Coast today at 9.5/10. Wet roads are likely; braking distances roughly double in heavy rain.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Climate in Ivory Coast month by month
Average high, average low and total rainfall, based on three years of reanalysis data.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 93° | 72° | 0,5 in | ★★★★★ |
| February | 95° | 74° | 1,7 in | ★★★★☆ |
| March | 93° | 75° | 3,3 in | ★★★★☆ |
| April | 92° | 75° | 3,9 in | ★★★★☆ |
| May | 89° | 75° | 6,3 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| June | 86° | 73° | 8,2 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| July | 84° | 72° | 3,9 in | ★★★★☆ |
| August | 84° | 71° | 4,7 in | ★★★★☆ |
| September | 85° | 72° | 5,0 in | ★★★★☆ |
| October | 86° | 72° | 8,1 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| November | 89° | 72° | 2,2 in | ★★★★☆ |
| December | 91° | 71° | 0,8 in | ★★★★★ |
Climate type: Temperate. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Ivory Coast?
Ivory Coast is a country in Africa. Its coordinates are 6.8276, -5.2893. It lies in Africa.
What is the weather like in Ivory Coast right now?
It is currently 80°F (27°C) with light drizzle. Humidity is 85% and wind is 4 mph.
When is the best time to visit Ivory Coast?
January, November and December offer the most comfortable conditions in Ivory Coast, which has a temperate climate. May, June and October are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Ivory Coast in?
Ivory Coast observes Africa/Abidjan (UTC+00:00). The local time is 6:06 PM.
How many people live in Ivory Coast?
Ivory Coast has a population of approximately 29 million.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (countries-v1) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Map tiles | OpenStreetMap contributors, CARTO and Esri. |
| Elevation | Open-Meteo digital elevation model where the dataset has no value. |
| Method | Scores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown. |
Last updated October 4, 2026 at 6:06 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
