Fosse aux Lions National Park

National Park

Fosse aux Lions National Park in northern Togo protects savannah habitat where visitors arrange wildlife outings, birding trips and guided drives to see large mammals and open landscapes.

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Fosse aux Lions National Park essentials

Address: Fosse aux Lions National Park, Savanes Region, Togo
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When to Go

Best Time to Visit Fosse aux Lions National Park

Dry season is preferable for vehicle access and wildlife viewing; rainy season complicates logistics.

Dry season
Nov-Mar · 22-30°C (72-86°F)
Easier access and better visibility for game; cooler nights.
Wet season
May-Oct · 24-32°C (75-90°F)
Green and lush but roads can become impassable.

Weather & Climate near Fosse aux Lions National Park

Climate

Fosse aux Lions National Park's climate is classified as Tropical Savanna - Tropical Savanna climate with very hot summers (peaking in March) and hot winters (coldest in August). Temperatures range from 19°C to 38°C. Abundant rainfall (1025 mm/year), wettest in August with a pronounced dry season.

Air Quality: AQI 97 Moderate
Best Time to Visit
JanuaryDecemberFebruary
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
43°
Warmest Month
11°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
Month Comfort Temp Feels Rain Sky Humidity Wind UV Daylight
January Ideal 19° - 35° 27° 0 mm clear 30% 2.3 m/s 1.6 very high 11.5h
February Excellent 22° - 37° 29° 2 mm mostly sunny 28% 2.1 m/s 1.8 very high 11.7h
March Excellent 25° - 39° 32° 17 mm some cloud 36% 2.1 m/s 2.0 extreme 12.0h
April Very Good 25° - 38° 35° 56 mm partly cloudy 54% 2.0 m/s 2.2 extreme 12.3h
May Good 24° - 35° 34° 102 mm partly cloudy 67% 2.2 m/s 2.2 extreme 12.5h
June Good 23° - 32° 30° 137 mm partly cloudy 74% 2.2 m/s 1.9 very high 12.6h
July Very Good 22° - 30° 26° 182 mm partly cloudy 81% 2.1 m/s 1.9 very high 12.6h
August Good 22° - 29° 25° 247 mm overcast 85% 1.8 m/s 1.9 very high 12.3h
September Good 21° - 31° 26° 204 mm partly cloudy 84% 1.3 m/s 2.0 very high 12.1h
October Very Good 22° - 34° 31° 70 mm some cloud 79% 1.4 m/s 2.0 extreme 11.8h
November Excellent 21° - 36° 30° 6 mm mostly sunny 59% 1.5 m/s 1.8 very high 11.5h
December Ideal 19° - 35° 27° 2 mm clear 42% 2.1 m/s 1.6 very high 11.4h
Getting There & Around

How to Get to Fosse aux Lions National Park

Reachable by road from northern regional centres; 4x4 transport and advance coordination with park authorities are recommended due to seasonal road conditions.

Tips for Visiting Fosse aux Lions National Park

  • Coordinate with local authorities before travel-permit and guide requirements can change.
  • Best wildlife sightings are at dawn and dusk-plan early starts and overnight stays if possible.
  • Bring binoculars and a long lens; sightings are often distant in the savanna.