Mont Péko National Park

National Park

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.

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Mont Péko National Park essentials

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

Mont Péko National Park at a Glance

When to Go

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
Month Comfort Temp Feels Rain Sky Humidity Wind UV Daylight
January Ideal 18° - 32° 25° 13 mm mostly sunny 59% 1.4 m/s 1.7 very high 11.6h
February Very Good 19° - 33° 26° 51 mm some cloud 67% 1.5 m/s 1.8 very high 11.8h
March Very Good 20° - 33° 26° 97 mm partly cloudy 76% 1.8 m/s 2.1 extreme 12.0h
April Good 21° - 32° 26° 131 mm overcast 80% 2.0 m/s 2.2 extreme 12.2h
May Good 21° - 31° 26° 143 mm overcast 83% 1.7 m/s 2.2 extreme 12.3h
June Good 20° - 30° 25° 174 mm overcast 86% 1.6 m/s 1.9 very high 12.4h
July Good 19° - 28° 24° 135 mm overcast 86% 1.5 m/s 1.9 very high 12.4h
August Good 19° - 28° 24° 210 mm overcast 87% 1.6 m/s 1.9 very high 12.2h
September Good 20° - 29° 24° 261 mm overcast 87% 1.6 m/s 2.0 extreme 12.1h
October Very Good 20° - 30° 25° 152 mm partly cloudy 85% 1.4 m/s 2.2 extreme 11.8h
November Very Good 19° - 31° 25° 43 mm partly cloudy 81% 1.2 m/s 1.9 very high 11.7h
December Ideal 18° - 31° 24° 15 mm mostly sunny 69% 1.2 m/s 1.6 very high 11.6h
Getting There & Around

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.