Ivory Coast Travel Guide
Ivory Coast travel guide: interactive map, live weather, best time to visit, things to do and nearby places.
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 78°F (25°C) in Ivory Coast with clear sky. It feels like 85°F. Today runs from 73°F to 88°F. Chance of precipitation is 49%. Sightseeing conditions score 8.6/10 - excellent - go now.
The best time to visit Ivory Coast is January, November and December. The climate is temperate. June, September 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 warmer than average for August. The forecast high of 88°F is 4°F above the 84°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 6 PM to 9 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. sightseeing is the strongest bet in Ivory Coast today at 8.6/10. No weather-related travel disruption is expected today. Roads and airports should run normally.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Map of Ivory Coast
Interactive map with nearby places. Switch between street, terrain and satellite views.
Coordinates: 6°49′39.4″N 5°17′21.5″W (6.8276, -5.2893)
Weather in Ivory Coast right now
Source: Open-Meteo. Updated 8:40 AM, Aug 21 local time.
Weekend outlook
🌧️ 86° / 73°
Showers · 80% rain · wind 10 mph
🌦️ 82° / 73°
Light showers · 97% rain · wind 10 mph
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 | 8:40 AM (UTC+00:00) |
| Best months | January, November and December |
| Climate | Temperate |
Best time to visit Ivory Coast
Go in January, November and December. These months score highest on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and useful daylight.
Hardest months: June, September and October - expect the least comfortable mix of heat, cold or rain.
What to pack, what to skip
- Lightweight, light-coloured clothing and a refillable water bottle
- Sunglasses, a brimmed hat and SPF 30+
- A packable rain shell - 7 of the next 7 days carry a real chance of rain
- If your dates are flexible, avoid June, September and October - historically the least comfortable months here.
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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 78°F (25°C) with clear sky. Humidity is 84% 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. June, September 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 8:40 AM.
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 August 21, 2026 at 8:40 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
