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Toussidé

Mountain

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.

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Toussidé essentials

Address: Toussidé (Tousside) volcano region, Tibesti, Chad
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About Toussidé

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.
When to Go

Best Time to Visit Toussidé

Best visited during the cooler winter months; travel in the Tibesti requires careful planning and local permissions.

Cooler season
November-February · 10-25°C
Best window for desert travel in Tibesti with cooler days and cold nights.
Hot season
March-May · 25-40°C
Extreme heat and dust; cross-country travel more hazardous.

Weather & Climate near Toussidé

Climate

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.

Air Quality: AQI 77 Moderate
Best Time to Visit
AprilJuneSeptember
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
42°
Warmest Month
0°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
Month Comfort Temp Feels Rain Sky Humidity Wind UV Daylight
January Excellent 2° - 17° 8° 2 mm clear 22% 3.3 m/s 1.5 high 10.9h
February Excellent 3° - 20° 12° 2 mm clear 18% 3.7 m/s 1.9 very high 11.3h
March Ideal 7° - 24° 16° 6 mm clear 15% 3.8 m/s 2.3 extreme 11.9h
April Ideal 12° - 29° 21° 8 mm clear 14% 3.3 m/s 2.6 extreme 12.5h
May Ideal 15° - 33° 24° 13 mm clear 14% 3.5 m/s 2.7 extreme 13.0h
June Ideal 17° - 34° 25° 12 mm clear 15% 3.0 m/s 2.7 extreme 13.3h
July Ideal 17° - 33° 25° 20 mm clear 18% 2.9 m/s 2.9 extreme 13.2h
August Ideal 16° - 32° 24° 30 mm mostly sunny 23% 2.9 m/s 2.7 extreme 12.7h
September Ideal 15° - 31° 23° 12 mm clear 18% 3.5 m/s 2.5 extreme 12.2h
October Ideal 11° - 28° 20° 5 mm clear 20% 3.4 m/s 2.0 very high 11.5h
November Excellent 6° - 22° 14° 1 mm clear 21% 3.2 m/s 1.6 very high 11.0h
December Excellent 2° - 18° 8° 1 mm clear 22% 3.3 m/s 1.3 high 10.7h
Getting There & Around

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.