Mont Péko National Park

National Park Ivorian national park protecting rainforest and wildlife

Mont Péko National Park protects lowland rainforest and a mountain massif in western Ivory Coast. Visitors interested in West African wildlife and trekking go for guided forest walks, primate sightings and village stays.

Mont Péko National Park
7.0250, -7.2389

How to Get to Mont Péko National Park #

Access to Mont Péko National Park is by road from regional centres in western Côte d’Ivoire. Given limited public transport and the condition of roads, visitors should arrange transport and guides from local tour operators or the regional tourism office.

Tips for Visiting Mont Péko National Park #

  • If travelling to the region, arrange transport and guides through local operators - infrastructure is limited.
  • Respect wildlife and avoid night drives; forest roads may be poorly maintained and require a 4x4.
  • Bring malaria precautions as advised for the area and consult local health guidance before visiting.

Best Time to Visit Mont Péko National Park #

Dry season is generally the most accessible time for visiting park trails and remote areas; wet season requires extra caution on roads and trails.

Dry season
December-March · 22-30°C
Easier forest access and better trail conditions; wildlife easier to see along water sources.
Wet season
April-November · 24-32°C
Lush vegetation and higher river levels; travel can be trickier due to mud and flooded tracks.

Weather & Climate near Mont Péko National Park #

Climate

Mont Péko National Park's climate is classified as Tropical Savanna - Tropical Savanna climate with consistently warm temperatures year-round. Temperatures range from 18°C to 33°C. Abundant rainfall (1425 mm/year), wettest in September with a pronounced dry season.

Air Quality: AQI 75 Moderate
Best Time to Visit
JanuaryDecemberFebruary
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
40°
Warmest Month
12°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is warm with highs of 32°C and lows of 18°C. The driest month with just 13 mm and mostly sunny skies.

95 Ideal

Comfort

25°
Feels Like Warm
25°C
Temperature
18° 32°
59%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

13 mm
Rainfall
1.4 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.7
UV Index
Very High
11.6h daylight

February

February is warm with highs of 33°C and lows of 19°C. Moderate rainfall (51 mm).

79 Very Good

Comfort

26°
Feels Like Warm
26°C
Temperature
19° 33°
67%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

51 mm
Rainfall
1.5 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.8
UV Index
Very High
11.8h daylight

March

March is the warmest month with highs of 33°C and lows of 20°C. Regular rainfall (97 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

73 Very Good

Comfort

26°
Feels Like Warm
26°C
Temperature
20° 33°
76%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

97 mm
Rainfall
1.8 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.1
UV Index
Extreme
12.0h daylight

April

April is warm with muggy conditions (dew point 22°C). Significant rainfall (131 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

61 Good

Comfort

26°
Feels Like Warm
26°C
Temperature
21° 32°
80%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

131 mm
Rainfall
2.0 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.2
UV Index
Extreme
12.2h daylight

May

May is warm with muggy conditions (dew point 23°C). Significant rainfall (143 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

61 Good

Comfort

26°
Feels Like Warm
26°C
Temperature
21° 31°
83%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

143 mm
Rainfall
1.7 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.2
UV Index
Extreme
12.3h daylight

June

June is warm with muggy conditions (dew point 22°C). Significant rainfall (174 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

67 Good

Comfort

25°
Feels Like Warm
25°C
Temperature
20° 30°
86%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

174 mm
Rainfall
1.6 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.9
UV Index
Very High
12.4h daylight

July

July is mild with highs of 28°C and lows of 19°C. Significant rainfall (135 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

69 Good

Comfort

24°
Feels Like Mild
24°C
Temperature
19° 28°
86%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

135 mm
Rainfall
1.5 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.9
UV Index
Very High
12.4h daylight

August

August is mild with highs of 28°C and lows of 19°C. Heavy rain (210 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

63 Good

Comfort

24°
Feels Like Mild
24°C
Temperature
19° 28°
87%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

210 mm
Rainfall
1.6 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.9
UV Index
Very High
12.2h daylight

September

September is warm with muggy conditions (dew point 22°C). The wettest month with heavy rain (261 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

63 Good

Comfort

24°
Feels Like Warm
24°C
Temperature
20° 29°
87%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

261 mm
Rainfall
1.6 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.0
UV Index
Extreme
12.1h daylight

October

October is warm with muggy conditions (dew point 22°C). Significant rainfall (152 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

71 Very Good

Comfort

25°
Feels Like Warm
25°C
Temperature
20° 30°
85%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

152 mm
Rainfall
1.4 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.2
UV Index
Extreme
11.8h daylight

November

November is warm with highs of 31°C and lows of 19°C. Moderate rainfall (43 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

79 Very Good

Comfort

25°
Feels Like Warm
25°C
Temperature
19° 31°
81%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

43 mm
Rainfall
1.2 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.9
UV Index
Very High
11.7h daylight

December

December is warm with highs of 31°C and lows of 18°C. Light rainfall and mostly sunny skies.

93 Ideal

Comfort

24°
Feels Like Warm
24°C
Temperature
18° 31°
69%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

15 mm
Rainfall
1.2 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.6
UV Index
Very High
11.6h daylight

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