Lake Buyo
Lake Artificial reservoir in western Ivory Coast, supports fisheries
A reservoir on the Sassandra River behind Buyo Dam in western Ivory Coast, near the town of Buyo. Noted for its dam infrastructure and local fishing communities; visitors pass through for lakeside views and regional transport links.
Lake Buyo is a lake in western Ivory Coast within Montagnes District. It is identified as a named waterbody in regional mapping and place-name databases.
The site functions as a local freshwater feature within its district and appears on regional maps of the western Ivory Coast. Public access and local uses are governed by local authorities and communities.
Lake Buyo is a natural or managed waterbody recorded in national geographic records; available sources do not indicate a documented construction history in this summary. Local economic or environmental roles are determined by regional land and water use.
The lake lies in Montagnes District in western Ivory Coast at the coordinates provided. The surrounding landscape is part of western Ivory Coast’s interior rather than the coastal zone.
How to Get to Lake Buyo #
Lake Buyo is reached by road from regional centres in the Montagnes District; services are centered on nearby towns with connections to larger road networks. Local vehicle hire or guided transport is recommended for visitors.
Tips for Visiting Lake Buyo #
- Combine a visit with local forest communities to gain perspective on how the reservoir affects regional hydrology.
- Roads to the area can be poor-plan extra travel time and check local advice on vehicle suitability.
- Bring local currency and anticipate limited services outside major towns.
Best Time to Visit Lake Buyo #
Dry season is generally preferable for travel; the lake's ecology is most active during and after the rains.
Weather & Climate near Lake Buyo #
Lake Buyo's climate is classified as Tropical Savanna - Tropical Savanna climate with consistently warm temperatures year-round. Temperatures range from 20°C to 33°C. Abundant rainfall (1452 mm/year), wettest in September with a pronounced dry season.
January
January is warm with highs of 32°C and lows of 20°C. The driest month with just 16 mm.
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February
February is hot, feeling like 29°C due to high humidity. Moderate rainfall (55 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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March
March is the hottest month, feeling like 31°C with oppressive humidity. Significant rainfall (115 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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April
April is hot, feeling like 31°C with oppressive humidity. Significant rainfall (142 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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May
May is warm with muggy conditions (dew point 23°C). Significant rainfall (165 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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June
June is warm with muggy conditions (dew point 23°C). Significant rainfall (195 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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July
July is warm with highs of 29°C and lows of 21°C. Significant rainfall (114 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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August
August is warm with highs of 28°C and lows of 20°C. Significant rainfall (156 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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September
September is warm with muggy conditions (dew point 22°C). The wettest month with heavy rain (246 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 partly cloudy skies.
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November
November is warm with muggy conditions (dew point 22°C). Moderate rainfall (58 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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December
December is warm with highs of 31°C and lows of 20°C. Light rainfall.
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