Marahoué National Park

National Park

A national park in Ivory Coast's Sassandra-Marahoué District protecting forest and savanna habitats. Visitors come for wildlife observation, guided safaris and regional conservation efforts.

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Marahoué National Park essentials

Country: Ivory Coast
Driest months: Nov-Jan
Pay in: Franc (Fr)
Language: French
Emergency: 110

Marahoué National Park at a Glance

When to Go

Best Time to Visit Marahoué National Park

Visit in the dry season (roughly November-February) for easier access and wildlife spotting; wet season brings denser vegetation and challenging trails.

Dry season
Nov-Feb · 22-30°C (72-86°F)
Easier trail conditions and better wildlife visibility.
Wet season
May-Oct · 24-30°C (75-86°F)
Lush forest but heavy rains can make some areas impassable.

Weather & Climate near Marahoué National Park

Climate

Marahoué National Park's climate is classified as Tropical Savanna - Tropical Savanna climate with consistently warm temperatures year-round. Temperatures range from 19°C to 34°C. Abundant rainfall (1169 mm/year), wettest in September with a pronounced dry season.

Air Quality: AQI 80 Moderate
Best Time to Visit
JanuaryDecemberNovember
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
39°
Warmest Month
12°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
Month Comfort Temp Feels Rain Sky Humidity Wind UV Daylight
January Ideal 19° - 33° 26° 13 mm mostly sunny 53% 1.2 m/s 1.5 very high 11.6h
February Very Good 21° - 34° 29° 52 mm some cloud 64% 1.3 m/s 1.7 very high 11.8h
March Very Good 22° - 33° 30° 91 mm partly cloudy 75% 1.7 m/s 1.9 very high 12.0h
April Good 22° - 33° 30° 130 mm partly cloudy 81% 1.6 m/s 2.0 extreme 12.2h
May Good 22° - 31° 27° 144 mm partly cloudy 84% 1.3 m/s 2.0 very high 12.3h
June Good 21° - 30° 26° 141 mm overcast 87% 1.5 m/s 1.7 very high 12.4h
July Very Good 21° - 28° 24° 99 mm overcast 85% 1.4 m/s 1.6 very high 12.4h
August Good 21° - 28° 24° 132 mm overcast 83% 1.5 m/s 1.7 very high 12.2h
September Good 21° - 29° 25° 189 mm overcast 85% 1.5 m/s 1.8 very high 12.1h
October Very Good 21° - 30° 26° 121 mm partly cloudy 85% 1.1 m/s 1.8 very high 11.8h
November Excellent 21° - 31° 26° 36 mm partly cloudy 79% 1.2 m/s 1.6 very high 11.7h
December Ideal 20° - 31° 25° 21 mm mostly sunny 65% 0.9 m/s 1.4 high 11.6h
Getting There & Around

How to Get to Marahoué National Park

Nearest towns are in the Sassandra-Marahoué District. Access typically requires private transport from major Ivorian cities (for example, Bobo-Dioulasso or Abidjan by road and then local roads). Road quality and services are variable; arrange logistics locally.

Tips for Visiting Marahoué National Park

  • Hire a guide who knows local trails and seasons; the park's habitats can be confusing and trails are poorly marked.
  • Respect protected zones - some areas support endangered primates and closed-canopy forest.
  • Bring sturdy boots and rain protection: even drier months can produce sudden downpours.