Tohoun Travel Guide

City City in Plateaux known for natural beauty

Set in Togo’s Plateaux, Tohoun provides access to forest trails, waterfalls and village markets selling handwoven cloth and farm produce. Visitors take guided hikes, tour cocoa and coffee plots and meet Ewe communities on the plateau.

Costs

Very affordable - $15-40/day

Street food and basic guesthouses keep expenses low for travelers.

Safety

Generally safe with typical regional risks

Low violent crime; exercise caution at night and on busy roads.

Best Time

November-March (dry season)

November-March is the dry season and best for travel and markets.

In This Guide

Why Visit Tohoun?
Top Things to Do
Plan Your Visit
Where to Stay
Where to Eat

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Weather

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Population

6,767

Infrastructure & Convenience

Few formal buses; travel is usually by shared taxi or motorbike.

Popularity

Hardly a tourist destination; mainly regional traders and travelers visit.

Known For

local markets, subsistence farming, palm oil production, traditional crafts, village festivals, rural scenery, roadside eateries, agricultural trade, community life

Tohoun sits in Togo's Plateaux region, an area known for hillier terrain and diverse small-scale agriculture.

Why Visit Tohoun? #

Set in Togo’s Plateaux Region, this town attracts travelers who want to experience Ewe culture, rolling hills and lively local markets. Traditional Ewe drumming and dance are visible at community celebrations, and market stalls offer fufu-accompanying sauces and grilled fish that showcase regional flavors. The surrounding landscape invites short hikes and visits to small farms. It’s a place to witness everyday customs and rural life away from the usual tourist routes.

Top Things to Do in Tohoun

All Attractions ›

Royal Palaces of Abomey

Complex of royal palaces from Dahomey kingdom

Palace

Don't Miss

Atakpamé Market - Regional market in Atakpamé selling crafts, spices, and fresh produce.
Mount Agou - Togo's highest peak offering short hikes, panoramic views, and forest trails.
Kpalimé craft workshops - Nearby Kpalimé craft workshops producing woodcarvings and batik textiles.

Hidden Gems

Village hiking trails - Quiet village trails past cacao farms and small waterfalls outside town.
Sunday farmers' market - Sunday market where farmers sell local honey, yams, and handmade goods.
Local roadside eateries - Small family-run stalls serving grilled plantain, stews, and regional staples.

Day Trips

Kpalimé - Kpalimé's colonial architecture, coffee plantations, and nearby waterfall hikes.
Fazao-Malfakassa National Park - Drive to Fazao-Malfakassa for wildlife viewing and rugged savanna landscapes.

Best Time to Visit Tohoun #

Visit Tohoun in the dry months (November-February) for cooler, drier conditions and easier travel. The long rainy season turns roads muddy and slows interior journeys.

Dry Season

November - February · 22°C - 32°C (72°F - 90°F)

Cooler mornings and dry days-easier travel, clearer skies, and noticeably more comfortable for trekking and market visits.

Hot Season

March - May · 25°C - 36°C (77°F - 97°F)

Hottest months before the rains arrive; dusty, sweaty afternoons sap energy-stick to early-morning excursions and shade during midafternoon.

Rainy Season

June - October · 23°C - 30°C (73°F - 86°F)

Heavy rains, lush landscapes, and occasional flooded or impassable roads-stunning green scenery but slower travel and intermittent power.

Best Time to Visit Tohoun #

Climate

Tohoun's climate is classified as Tropical Savanna - Tropical Savanna climate with consistently warm temperatures year-round. Temperatures range from 21°C to 34°C. Abundant rainfall (1009 mm/year), wettest in June with a pronounced dry season.

Best Time to Visit

JanuaryDecemberNovember

Temperature & Rainfall

Temperature Range

41°

Warmest Month

13°

Coldest Month

Monthly Conditions

January

January is hot, feeling like 30°C. The driest month with just 6 mm and mostly sunny skies.

89 Excellent

Comfort

30°

Feels Like Hot

27°C

Temperature

22° – 33°

69%

Humidity

Humid

Weather

6 mm

Rainfall

1.3 m/s

Wind

Calm

1.5

UV Index

High

11.6h daylight

February

February is the hottest month, feeling like 32°C due to high humidity. Moderate rainfall (33 mm).

81 Excellent

Comfort

32°

Feels Like Hot

29°C

Temperature

23° – 34°

72%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

33 mm

Rainfall

1.5 m/s

Wind

Calm

1.6

UV Index

Very High

11.8h daylight

March

March is the hottest month, feeling like 33°C due to high humidity. Regular rainfall (83 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

73 Very Good

Comfort

33°

Feels Like Hot

29°C

Temperature

23° – 34°

78%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

83 mm

Rainfall

1.7 m/s

Wind

Calm

1.9

UV Index

Very High

12.0h daylight

April

April is hot, feeling like 32°C with oppressive humidity. Significant rainfall (114 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

67 Good

Comfort

32°

Feels Like Hot

28°C

Temperature

23° – 33°

82%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

114 mm

Rainfall

1.6 m/s

Wind

Calm

2.0

UV Index

Extreme

12.2h daylight

May

May is hot, feeling like 31°C with oppressive humidity. Significant rainfall (140 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

65 Good

Comfort

31°

Feels Like Hot

27°C

Temperature

23° – 32°

85%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

140 mm

Rainfall

1.7 m/s

Wind

Calm

2.0

UV Index

Very High

12.3h daylight

June

June is warm with muggy conditions (dew point 23°C). The wettest month with heavy rain (149 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

69 Good

Comfort

26°

Feels Like Warm

26°C

Temperature

22° – 30°

88%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

149 mm

Rainfall

1.3 m/s

Wind

Calm

1.8

UV Index

Very High

12.4h daylight

July

July is warm with muggy conditions (dew point 23°C). Significant rainfall (110 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

71 Very Good

Comfort

25°

Feels Like Warm

25°C

Temperature

22° – 28°

87%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

110 mm

Rainfall

1.6 m/s

Wind

Calm

1.6

UV Index

Very High

12.4h daylight

August

August is warm with muggy conditions (dew point 22°C). Regular rainfall (91 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

71 Very Good

Comfort

25°

Feels Like Warm

25°C

Temperature

21° – 28°

86%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

91 mm

Rainfall

1.7 m/s

Wind

Calm

1.6

UV Index

Very High

12.2h daylight

September

September is warm with muggy conditions (dew point 23°C). Significant rainfall (137 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

69 Good

Comfort

26°

Feels Like Warm

26°C

Temperature

22° – 29°

88%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

137 mm

Rainfall

1.2 m/s

Wind

Calm

1.8

UV Index

Very High

12.1h daylight

October

October is warm with muggy conditions (dew point 23°C). Significant rainfall (111 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

67 Good

Comfort

26°

Feels Like Warm

26°C

Temperature

22° – 30°

88%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

111 mm

Rainfall

1.3 m/s

Wind

Calm

1.9

UV Index

Very High

11.8h daylight

November

November is hot, feeling like 31°C with oppressive humidity. Light rainfall and mostly sunny skies.

85 Excellent

Comfort

31°

Feels Like Hot

27°C

Temperature

22° – 32°

84%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

24 mm

Rainfall

1.1 m/s

Wind

Calm

1.8

UV Index

Very High

11.7h daylight

December

December is hot, feeling like 29°C due to high humidity. Light rainfall and mostly sunny skies.

89 Excellent

Comfort

29°

Feels Like Hot

27°C

Temperature

22° – 32°

74%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

11 mm

Rainfall

1.0 m/s

Wind

Calm

1.5

UV Index

Very High

11.6h daylight

How to Get to Tohoun

By Air

By Train & Bus

Where to Stay in Tohoun #

Budget

Tohoun / Kpalimé - $5-30/night

Tohoun is a small community with almost no formal hotels. Budget travelers typically stay in larger nearby towns like Kpalimé or Atakpamé.

Guesthouses in Kpalimé (nearby) - Closest budget guesthouse options listed online
Regional listings (Togo) - Use regional hubs for budget choices

Mid-Range

Kpalimé / Atakpamé - $25-70/night

There are very few mid-range hotels in Tohoun itself. Travelers should expect modest, family-run hotels in the regional centres rather than full-service boutique stays.