Felix Houphouet Boigny Stadium
Stadium Large multiuse stadium in Abidjan hosting major events
Abidjan’s Félix Houphouët-Boigny Stadium hosts national football matches, club fixtures and large concerts; visitors come for energetic matches, occasional tournaments, and the stadium’s location near the city center and Plateau business district.
Félix Houphouët-Boigny Stadium is a multi-purpose sports stadium in Abidjan, Ivory Coast, named for the country’s first president, Félix Houphouët-Boigny. It serves as a major venue for national football matches and large public events.
Spectators come for football matches, athletics meets and national ceremonies; the stadium functions as one of Abidjan’s principal large-capacity venues. Facilities and event schedules vary with national sports calendars and occasional international fixtures.
The stadium was named to honour Félix Houphouët-Boigny and has hosted domestic and international sporting events since its construction. It has been a focal point for major matches and public gatherings in Abidjan.
Situated within the Abidjan urban area, the stadium lies in the city’s sporting district and is accessible by the city’s road network and public transport from central Abidjan.
- Primary uses: Located in Abidjan and named after the country's first president, it is used mainly for football and athletics and for national sporting events.
Tips for Visiting Felix Houphouet Boigny Stadium #
- If you're attending a match or event, arrive early to clear security checks and heavy vehicle congestion around the stadium; public transport or drop-off points a short walk away usually move faster than driving to the gates.
- Buy tickets only from official outlets or the club's authorized sellers ahead of the event to avoid scalpers and entry problems on match day.
- If you want to visit the stadium outside match days, check with local visitor information or the stadium's administration for permitted visiting times - access can be limited during team training or official events.
Best Time to Visit Felix Houphouet Boigny Stadium #
Plan visits around the event schedule; non‑event days are best for a quiet visit, while match or concert days bring very large crowds.
Weather & Climate near Felix Houphouet Boigny Stadium #
Felix Houphouet Boigny Stadium's climate is classified as Tropical Monsoon - Tropical Monsoon climate with consistently warm temperatures year-round. Temperatures range from 22°C to 31°C. Abundant rainfall (1749 mm/year), wettest in June with a pronounced dry season.
January
January is warm with highs of 30°C and lows of 23°C. The driest month with just 22 mm.
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February
February is hot, feeling like 30°C due to high humidity. Moderate rainfall (57 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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March
March is hot, feeling like 32°C with oppressive humidity. Significant rainfall (115 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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April
April is the hottest month, feeling like 32°C with oppressive humidity. Significant rainfall (157 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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May
May is hot, feeling like 32°C with oppressive humidity. Heavy rain (274 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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June
June is warm with muggy conditions (dew point 23°C). The wettest month with heavy rain (462 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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July
July is warm with muggy conditions (dew point 22°C). Significant rainfall (135 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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August
August is warm with highs of 26°C and lows of 22°C. Moderate rainfall (43 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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September
September is warm with muggy conditions (dew point 22°C). Regular rainfall (88 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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October
October is warm with muggy conditions (dew point 23°C). Significant rainfall (167 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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November
November is hot, feeling like 31°C with oppressive humidity. Significant rainfall (160 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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December
December is hot, feeling like 30°C due to high humidity. Moderate rainfall (69 mm).
