The best times to visit Bouaké for ideal weather are

July 16th to September 23rd

based on average temperature and humidity from NOAA (the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration). Read below for more weather and travel details.

 

 


Other Bouaké Travel Info

Weather in Bouaké

Temperature

Average temperatures in Bouaké vary little. Considering humidity, temperatures feel hot for most of the year with a low chance of precipitation most of the year. The area is less temperate than some — in the 23rd percentile for pleasant weather — compared to tourist destinations worldwide. Weeks with ideal weather are listed above. If you’re looking for the very warmest time to visit Bouaké, the hottest months are February, March, and then January. See average monthly temperatures below. The warmest time of year is generally late February and early March where highs are regularly around 95.6°F (35.3°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 75.1°F (23.9°C) at night.

Bouaké Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

Key
High
Average
Low

Bouaké Temperatures (Celsius)

Key
High
Average
Low

“Feels-Like” Temperatures

The way we experience weather isn’t all about temperature. Higher temperatures affect us much more at higher humidity, and colder temperatures feel piercing with high winds. Our perceived temperatures factor in humidity and wind chill to better represent how hot or cold the day feels to a person.

Bouaké Perceived Temperature (F)

Key
High
Average
Low

Bouaké Perceived Temperature (C)

Key
High
Average
Low

 

Average Bouaké Temperatures by Month

Daily highs (averaged for the month) usually give the best indication of the weather. A significantly lower mean and low generally just means it gets colder at night.

Show Fahrenheit

Month Avg. High (°F) Avg. Mean (°F) Avg. Low (°F)
Jan 92.1 83.7 70.9
Feb 93.6 85.5 74.3
Mar 93.9 84.8 74.4
Apr 92 82.9 73.8
May 90.1 81.2 73.2
Jun 86.7 78.8 72.2
Jul 84 76.7 70.8
Aug 82.3 75.1 70.2
Sep 84.6 76.7 71
Oct 87.3 78.4 71
Nov 89 79.7 71.7
Dec 89.8 80.1 69.3

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan 33.4 28.7 21.6
Feb 34.2 29.7 23.5
Mar 34.4 29.3 23.6
Apr 33.3 28.3 23.2
May 32.3 27.3 22.9
Jun 30.4 26 22.3
Jul 28.9 24.8 21.6
Aug 27.9 23.9 21.2
Sep 29.2 24.8 21.7
Oct 30.7 25.8 21.7
Nov 31.7 26.5 22.1
Dec 32.1 26.7 20.7

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Bouaké are January, December, and then March. Note that we define “significant precipitation” as .1 inches or more in this section. The lowest chance of rain or snow occurs around early January. For example, on the week of January 1st there are no days of precipitation on average. By contrast, it’s most likely to rain or snow in early to mid October with an average of 5 days of significant precipitation the week of October 8th.

When can you find snow in Bouaké? Weather stations report no annual snow. Please note that a value of 0 for snow in the graph below may either mean there was no snow, or that snow is unreported.

Chance of Precipitation

The graph below shows the % chance of rainy and snowy days in Bouaké.

Key
Days with precipitation

Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Bouaké (in).

Key
Snow depth

Average Rain and Snow by Month

Show Inches

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (in) Total Precipitation (in)
Jan 0% 0 0
Feb 7% 0 0.6
Mar 3% 0 0.8
Apr 18% 0 5.8
May 13% 0 1.7
Jun 18% 0 2
Jul 10% 0 3.2
Aug 16% 0 3.5
Sep 21% 0 4.2
Oct 53% 0 9.8
Nov 14% 0 2.1
Dec 2% 0 0.1

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 0 0 0
Feb 7 0 1.5
Mar 3 0 2
Apr 18 0 14.7
May 13 0 4.3
Jun 18 0 5.1
Jul 10 0 8.1
Aug 16 0 8.9
Sep 21 0 10.7
Oct 53 0 24.9
Nov 14 0 5.3
Dec 2 0 0.3

 

Humidity and Wind

Bouaké has some extremely humid months, and dry months in the opposite season. The least humid month is January (24.3% relative humidity), and the most humid month is August (83.5%).

Wind in Bouaké is usually calm. The windiest month is June, followed by May and August. June’s average wind speed of around 6.6 knots (7.6 MPH or 12.2 KPH) is considered “a light breeze.” Maximum sustained winds (the highest speed for the day lasting more than a few moments) are at their highest in late April where average top sustained speeds reach 13.4 knots, which is considered a moderate breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

The graph below shows the average % humidity by month in Bouaké.

Key
Avg. Relative Humidity

Wind

The graph below shows wind speed (max and average) in knots.

Key
Max Sustained Wind
Average Daily Wind

Average Wind Speeds

Show Wind Speeds

All wind speeds are in knots. 1 knot = 1.15 MPH or 1.85 KPH.

Month Avg. Wind Avg. Wind Feel Sustained High Wind High Wind Feel
Jan 5.6 Light breeze 9.7 Gentle breeze
Feb 5.6 Light breeze 10.8 Gentle breeze
Mar 6 Light breeze 10.8 Gentle breeze
Apr 5.7 Light breeze 10.3 Gentle breeze
May 6.2 Light breeze 10.7 Gentle breeze
Jun 6.6 Light breeze 10.9 Gentle breeze
Jul 6 Light breeze 10.5 Gentle breeze
Aug 6.1 Light breeze 9.5 Gentle breeze
Sep 4.9 Light breeze 8.4 Gentle breeze
Oct 4 Light breeze 8.7 Gentle breeze
Nov 4 Light breeze 7.7 Gentle breeze
Dec 5.2 Light breeze 9.9 Gentle breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 24.3%
Feb 45.6%
Mar 49.9%
Apr 61%
May 68.9%
Jun 73.6%
Jul 77.8%
Aug 83.5%
Sep 81.2%
Oct 78.4%
Nov 69.6%
Dec 34.1%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Bouaké?

Our best data indicates this area is somewhat safe, but with extra warnings in a few regions. As of Dec 04, 2023 there are travel warnings and regional advisories for Côte d’Ivoire (Ivory Coast); exercise a high degree of caution and avoid some areas. Check this page for any recent changes or regions to avoid: Travel Advice and Advisories. This advisory was last updated on Nov 24, 2023.


 

The Busiest and Least Crowded Months

The busiest month for tourism in Bouaké, the Ivory Coast is November, followed by August and February. Prices for hotels and flights will be most expensive during these months, though you can save if you purchase well in advance. Tourists are unlikely to visit Bouaké in July. Those willing to visit at these times will likely find it the least expensive month.

Estimated Tourism by Month

 

Most Popular Months to Visit

Key
Tourists Seeking Accommodations

Tourism graph is based on Google searches for services used by tourists relative to the rest of the year. Tourism data for this area is extrapolated based on nearby areas. Displayed data is calculated relative to the peak, so a score of 50.2 in July means 50.2% of the tourists vs. November.

 

 

Overall Bouaké Travel Experience by Season

Spring (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel warm. Highs range from 95.6°F (35.3°C) and 88.6°F (31.4°C) with colder temperatures in the later months. Rain is rare with 1 to 5 days of significant precipitation per month. Spring is fairly slow for tourism, which makes it a good time for those looking for deals.

Summer (June through August)

The middle-year months have very comfortable weather with high temperatures that are comfortable. These months see moderate precipitation with 3 to 5 days of precipitation per month. June – August is the second busiest season for tourism in Bouaké, so lodging and other accommodations may cost slightly more.

Fall (September through November)

Fall daily highs range from 89.8°F (32.1°C) and 83.9°F (28.8°C), which will feel very nice given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a significant amount: 4 to 17 days per month. Tourism is the busiest during these months due to the weather, so hotels may be higher priced.

Winter (December through February)

Weather is perfect this time of year in Bouaké to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 95.6°F (35.3°C) and 88.1°F (31.2°C). On average, it rains or snows a smalll amount: 0 to 2 times per month. These times of year are the slowest with tourists.

 

Best Times to TravelLe Plateau, the Ivory Coast › Bouaké, the Ivory Coast