Toussidé
Mountain Prominent Tibesti stratovolcano and remote volcanic massif
A volcanic massif in Chad’s Tibesti region, remote and seldom-visited, appealing to expedition travelers for rugged desert landscapes and high-altitude Saharan scenery.
Toussidé is a volcanic peak within the Tibesti Mountains in northern Chad and forms part of the larger Tibesti volcanic field. The feature is a prominent element of the remote, high-elevation desert massif of Tibesti.
Toussidé is noted as a volcanic summit in an arid, sparsely populated region and is of interest for geological study and remote mountain travel. Access is challenging and typically requires organized expeditions with experience in Saharan logistics.
The peak lies in the Tibesti region in northern Chad, an isolated area of high plateaus and volcanic cones far from major urban centres.
- Remoteness and access: Toussidé is a volcanic peak in the Tibesti massif, a remote mountain range in northern Chad that requires significant logistics and permission to visit.
How to Get to Toussidé #
Toussidé is in the Tibesti region of northern Chad. Access requires organized expedition logistics from southern Chad and the use of local guides; overland travel is the only practical approach, subject to local security and permits.
Tips for Visiting Toussidé #
- Toussidé is remote and typically visited by experienced expedition teams; ensure permits and local guides are arranged through Chadian authorities.
- High-altitude desert conditions mean temperatures swing widely between day and night - prepare accordingly.
- Logistics are complex: arrange fuel, water and emergency communications before attempting a visit.
Best Time to Visit Toussidé #
Best visited during the cooler winter months; travel in the Tibesti requires careful planning and local permissions.
Weather & Climate near Toussidé #
Toussidé's climate is classified as Hot Desert - Hot Desert climate with hot summers (peaking in June) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 2°C to 34°C. Very dry conditions with minimal rainfall with a pronounced dry season.
January
January is the coolest month with highs of 17°C and lows of 2°C. Almost no rain and clear sunny skies.
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February
February is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 3°C. Almost no rain and clear sunny skies.
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March
March is cool with highs of 24°C and lows of 7°C. Almost no rain and clear sunny skies.
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April
April is mild with highs of 29°C and lows of 12°C. Almost no rain and clear sunny skies.
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May
May is warm with highs of 33°C and lows of 15°C. Light rainfall and clear sunny skies.
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June
June is the warmest month with highs of 34°C and lows of 17°C. Light rainfall and clear sunny skies.
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July
July is warm with highs of 33°C and lows of 17°C. Light rainfall and clear sunny skies.
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August
August is warm with highs of 32°C and lows of 16°C. Moderate rainfall (30 mm) and mostly sunny skies.
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September
September is mild with highs of 31°C and lows of 15°C. Light rainfall and clear sunny skies.
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October
October is mild with highs of 28°C and lows of 11°C. Almost no rain and clear sunny skies.
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November
November is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 6°C. The driest month with just 1 mm and clear sunny skies.
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December
December is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 2°C. The driest month with just 1 mm and clear sunny skies.
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