Monts du Toura

Mountains Western Ivorian range covered by dense tropical forest

The Toura hills in western Ivory Coast are covered in forest and small‑scale farmland. Visitors interested in rural life and forest walks find village markets, cocoa farms and remote hiking tracks.

Monts du Toura
Monts du Toura, Montagnes District, western Ivory Coast (near Man)
7.6958, -7.4006
Open 24 hours
Free (no formal admission)

How to Get to Monts du Toura #

Travel to Man by road from the regional hub of Daloa or the national capital, Yamoussoukro; buses and private taxis operate on these routes. From Man, local roads and footpaths lead into the Monts du Toura-hire a local driver or guide familiar with the district and seasonal road conditions.

Tips for Visiting Monts du Toura #

  • Hire a local guide or contact local authorities in Man for safe passage and up‑to‑date route conditions-maps are sparse and signage limited.
  • Respect local customs and land use-some peaks and passes are used seasonally by communities for grazing.
  • Bring insect protection and plan for tropical storms in the wet season.

Best Time to Visit Monts du Toura #

The dry season (Nov-Mar) offers the most reliable conditions for travel and hiking.

Dry season
November-March · 20°C-30°C
Cooler, drier conditions; the best time for trekking.
Transitional season
April-May · 22°C-32°C
Lush growth and heavier insects; trails can be muddier.
Wet season
June-October · 24°C-32°C
Frequent heavy rains and limited visibility; river crossings can become hazardous.

Weather & Climate near Monts du Toura #

Climate

Monts du Toura's climate is classified as Tropical Savanna - Tropical Savanna climate with consistently warm temperatures year-round. Temperatures range from 14°C to 32°C. Abundant rainfall (1499 mm/year), wettest in September with a pronounced dry season.

Best Time to Visit
JanuaryDecemberFebruary
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
39°
Warmest Month
12°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is mild with highs of 30°C and lows of 14°C. The driest month with just 13 mm and mostly sunny skies.

95 Ideal

Comfort

22°
Feels Like Mild
22°C
Temperature
14° 31°
53%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

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

February

February is mild with highs of 32°C and lows of 15°C. Moderate rainfall (44 mm).

89 Excellent

Comfort

23°
Feels Like Mild
23°C
Temperature
15° 32°
60%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

44 mm
Rainfall
2.1 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.8
UV Index
Very High
11.8h daylight

March

March is the warmest month with highs of 31°C and lows of 17°C. Regular rainfall (93 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

81 Excellent

Comfort

24°
Feels Like Mild
24°C
Temperature
17° 31°
71%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

93 mm
Rainfall
2.3 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.1
UV Index
Extreme
12.0h daylight

April

April is mild with highs of 30°C and lows of 17°C. Significant rainfall (138 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

69 Good

Comfort

24°
Feels Like Mild
24°C
Temperature
17° 30°
77%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

138 mm
Rainfall
2.5 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.2
UV Index
Extreme
12.2h daylight

May

May is mild with highs of 29°C and lows of 17°C. Significant rainfall (146 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

69 Good

Comfort

23°
Feels Like Mild
23°C
Temperature
17° 29°
82%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

146 mm
Rainfall
2.1 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.2
UV Index
Extreme
12.3h daylight

June

June is mild with highs of 27°C and lows of 17°C. Significant rainfall (173 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

67 Good

Comfort

22°
Feels Like Mild
22°C
Temperature
17° 27°
86%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

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

July

July is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 16°C. Significant rainfall (172 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

67 Good

Comfort

21°
Feels Like Mild
21°C
Temperature
16° 26°
87%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

172 mm
Rainfall
1.7 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.9
UV Index
Very High
12.4h daylight

August

August is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 16°C. Heavy rain (261 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

63 Good

Comfort

21°
Feels Like Mild
21°C
Temperature
16° 26°
88%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

261 mm
Rainfall
2.1 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.9
UV Index
Very High
12.2h daylight

September

September is mild with highs of 27°C and lows of 17°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (270 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

63 Good

Comfort

22°
Feels Like Mild
22°C
Temperature
17° 27°
88%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

270 mm
Rainfall
1.7 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.0
UV Index
Extreme
12.1h daylight

October

October is mild with highs of 28°C and lows of 16°C. Significant rainfall (134 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

73 Very Good

Comfort

22°
Feels Like Mild
22°C
Temperature
17° 28°
85%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

134 mm
Rainfall
1.6 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.2
UV Index
Extreme
11.8h daylight

November

November is mild with highs of 29°C and lows of 16°C. Moderate rainfall (38 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

87 Excellent

Comfort

22°
Feels Like Mild
22°C
Temperature
16° 29°
79%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

38 mm
Rainfall
1.4 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.9
UV Index
Very High
11.7h daylight

December

December is mild with highs of 29°C and lows of 14°C. Light rainfall and mostly sunny skies.

93 Ideal

Comfort

22°
Feels Like Mild
22°C
Temperature
14° 29°
65%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

17 mm
Rainfall
1.5 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.6
UV Index
Very High
11.6h daylight

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