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Grand-Bassam weather by month and the best time to visit
When to go to Grand-Bassam
Dec–Mar is driest and breezy. Heavy rain May–July; the Abissa festival of the N'zima people runs around late Oct–early Nov.
Grand-Bassam weather by month
Average daily high, rainfall and conditions.
- Jan29°37 mm
- Feb29°65 mm
- Mar29°125 mm
- Apr29°170 mm
- May28°232 mm
- Jun27°267 mm
- Jul26°87 mm
- Aug25°34 mm
- Sep26°70 mm
- Oct27°138 mm
- Nov28°98 mm
- Dec29°57 mm
Monthly averages
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Humidity | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 29°C84°F | 26°C78°F | 37 mm | 78% | Pleasant |
| February | 29°C84°F | 26°C79°F | 65 mm | 82% | Pleasant |
| March | 29°C84°F | 27°C80°F | 125 mm | 83% | Pleasant |
| April | 29°C83°F | 27°C80°F | 170 mm | 85% | Rainy |
| May | 28°C83°F | 27°C80°F | 232 mm | 85% | Rainy |
| June | 27°C81°F | 26°C78°F | 267 mm | 85% | Rainy |
| July | 26°C79°F | 24°C76°F | 87 mm | 86% | Pleasant |
| August | 25°C78°F | 23°C74°F | 34 mm | 87% | Pleasant |
| September | 26°C79°F | 24°C75°F | 70 mm | 88% | Pleasant |
| October | 27°C81°F | 25°C77°F | 138 mm | 85% | Pleasant |
| November | 28°C83°F | 26°C79°F | 98 mm | 83% | Pleasant |
| December | 29°C84°F | 26°C79°F | 57 mm | 81% | Pleasant |
Best months across Ivory Coast
| Place | Best months | Warmest month |
|---|---|---|
| Abidjan | Dec–Mar | Jan (32°C) |
| Grand-Bassam | Dec–Mar | Jan (29°C) |
Quick answers
What is the best month to visit Grand-Bassam?
Dec–Mar. Dec–Mar is driest and breezy. Heavy rain May–July; the Abissa festival of the N'zima people runs around late Oct–early Nov.
When is the rainy season in Grand-Bassam?
Rain peaks in June with about 267 mm. Months with 150 mm or more: Apr–Jun.
What is the hottest month in Grand-Bassam?
January, with average highs of 29°C (84°F).
How cold does Grand-Bassam get?
The coolest nights are in August, averaging 23°C (74°F).
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Sources
Climate averages are modelled from NASA POWER (MERRA-2) for 2001–2020 at about 50 km resolution, so coasts and valleys can differ a little. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.