Tandjouaré, Togo Travel Guide

City Town in Savanes Region, northern Togo

Up in Togo’s Savanes, Tandjouaré offers acacia-lined savanna, seasonal cattle movement and markets hawking woven cloth and smoked fish. Visitors come for straightforward walking routes, village ceremonies and close-up views of dryland ecology.

Costs

US$20-45 per day

Very low daily costs, but expect to pay more for transport and guides.

Safety

Cautious - remote area

Generally peaceful region but limited policing and infrastructure.

Best Time

November-February

Cool, dry season is best for travel and market visits.

In This Guide

Why Visit Tandjouaré, Togo?
Top Things to Do
Plan Your Visit
Where to Stay
Where to Eat

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Weather

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Population

1,671

Infrastructure & Convenience

Limited paved roads, sparse public transport, French predominantly spoken; few tourist services.

Popularity

Virtually no international tourism; visited by regional travelers and traders.

Known For

Sahelian landscapes, open savanna, local markets, subsistence farming, pastoral communities, traditional culture, seasonal festivals, mud-brick buildings

Tandjouaré is in Togo's Savanes Region, part of the country's agricultural and pastoral north.

Why Visit Tandjouaré, Togo? #

Located in Togo’s Savanes Region, this town appeals to travelers seeking wide savanna landscapes, traditional markets and music-driven festivals. You’ll encounter millet- and maize-based dishes, artisans working with leather and woven textiles, and communal gatherings that reveal local customs. It’s a good stop for people interested in offbeat cultural experiences, walking through market streets and learning about northern Togolese life away from coastal hubs.

Top Things to Do in Tandjouaré, Togo

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Fosse aux Lions National Park

Protected savanna reserve focused on lion and ungulate conservation

National Park

Best Time to Visit Tandjouaré, Togo #

Tandjouaré is easiest to visit during the dry season (November-March) when roads are passable and mornings are cooler. The rainy season (May-October) brings heavy downpours and poor rural road conditions.

Dry Season

November - March · 18 to 32°C (64 to 90°F)

Cooler mornings with Harmattan dust some years-great for travel, markets and clearer skies; pack a light jacket for early mornings and evenings.

Hot Season

March - May · 28 to 38°C (82 to 100°F)

Intense heat and humidity build before the rains, making outdoor activity exhausting; go early, hydrate, and avoid mid-afternoon travel when possible.

Rainy Season

May - October · 22 to 31°C (72 to 88°F)

Heavy seasonal rains transform landscapes green but wash out rural roads; expect mosquitoes, boat transport disruptions and fewer tourists.

Best Time to Visit Tandjouaré, Togo #

Climate

Tandjouaré, Togo's climate is classified as Tropical Savanna - Tropical Savanna climate with very hot summers (peaking in March) and hot winters (coldest in August). Temperatures range from 20°C to 38°C. Abundant rainfall (1054 mm/year), wettest in August with a pronounced dry season.

Best Time to Visit

JanuaryDecemberFebruary

Temperature & Rainfall

Temperature Range

42°

Warmest Month

10°

Coldest Month

Monthly Conditions

January

January is warm with highs of 35°C and lows of 20°C. The driest month with just 0 mm and clear sunny skies.

97 Ideal

Comfort

27°

Feels Like Warm

27°C

Temperature

20° – 35°

40%

Humidity

Comfortable

Weather

0 mm

Rainfall

2.1 m/s

Wind

Calm

1.6

UV Index

Very High

11.5h daylight

February

February is hot with highs of 36°C and lows of 22°C. Almost no rain and mostly sunny skies.

89 Excellent

Comfort

29°

Feels Like Hot

29°C

Temperature

22° – 37°

38%

Humidity

Comfortable

Weather

2 mm

Rainfall

2.1 m/s

Wind

Calm

1.8

UV Index

Very High

11.7h daylight

March

March is the hottest month, feeling like 32°C. Light rainfall.

83 Excellent

Comfort

32°

Feels Like Hot

31°C

Temperature

25° – 38°

46%

Humidity

Comfortable

Weather

19 mm

Rainfall

2.1 m/s

Wind

Calm

2.0

UV Index

Extreme

12.0h daylight

April

April is hot, feeling like 36°C. Moderate rainfall (60 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

65 Good

Comfort

36°

Feels Like Hot

31°C

Temperature

25° – 37°

62%

Humidity

Humid

Weather

60 mm

Rainfall

2.2 m/s

Wind

Calm

2.2

UV Index

Extreme

12.3h daylight

May

May is hot, feeling like 35°C due to high humidity. Significant rainfall (104 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

65 Good

Comfort

35°

Feels Like Hot

30°C

Temperature

24° – 35°

72%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

104 mm

Rainfall

2.3 m/s

Wind

Calm

2.2

UV Index

Extreme

12.5h daylight

June

June is hot, feeling like 30°C due to high humidity. Significant rainfall (139 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

69 Good

Comfort

30°

Feels Like Hot

27°C

Temperature

22° – 32°

78%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

139 mm

Rainfall

2.1 m/s

Wind

Calm

1.9

UV Index

Very High

12.6h daylight

July

July is warm with muggy conditions (dew point 23°C). Significant rainfall (185 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

71 Very Good

Comfort

26°

Feels Like Warm

26°C

Temperature

22° – 30°

83%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

185 mm

Rainfall

2.1 m/s

Wind

Calm

1.9

UV Index

Very High

12.6h daylight

August

August is warm with muggy conditions (dew point 23°C). The wettest month with heavy rain (248 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

65 Good

Comfort

25°

Feels Like Warm

25°C

Temperature

21° – 29°

86%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

248 mm

Rainfall

1.8 m/s

Wind

Calm

1.9

UV Index

Very High

12.3h daylight

September

September is warm with muggy conditions (dew point 23°C). Heavy rain (214 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

69 Good

Comfort

26°

Feels Like Warm

26°C

Temperature

21° – 30°

85%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

214 mm

Rainfall

1.3 m/s

Wind

Calm

2.0

UV Index

Very High

12.1h daylight

October

October is hot, feeling like 30°C with oppressive humidity. Moderate rainfall (74 mm).

77 Very Good

Comfort

31°

Feels Like Hot

27°C

Temperature

22° – 33°

81%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

74 mm

Rainfall

1.4 m/s

Wind

Calm

2.0

UV Index

Extreme

11.8h daylight

November

November is hot, feeling like 31°C. Almost no rain and mostly sunny skies.

89 Excellent

Comfort

31°

Feels Like Hot

28°C

Temperature

21° – 36°

66%

Humidity

Humid

Weather

7 mm

Rainfall

1.6 m/s

Wind

Calm

1.8

UV Index

Very High

11.5h daylight

December

December is warm, feeling like 28°C. Almost no rain and clear sunny skies.

91 Ideal

Comfort

28°

Feels Like Warm

27°C

Temperature

20° – 35°

51%

Humidity

Humid

Weather

2 mm

Rainfall

2.0 m/s

Wind

Calm

1.6

UV Index

Very High

11.4h daylight

How to Get to Tandjouaré, Togo

By Air

By Train & Bus

Where to Stay in Tandjouaré, Togo #

Budget

Tandjouaré area - very limited

Tandjouaré is a small Togolese locality with very limited tourist accommodation. Budget travellers should look for guesthouses in larger nearby towns.

Mid-Range

Nearest regional towns - $30-100/night

There are no well-documented mid-range hotels in Tandjouaré itself. Base yourself in regional centers for a wider selection of comfortable stays.

Luxury

Regional capitals (further away) - $100+/night

Luxury accommodation is not present in this rural area. Travelers seeking higher-end amenities should look to Togo's larger cities.