Climate Insights for Para

Bas-Sassandra, Ivory Coast

Hottest
February
34°C peak
Coldest
December
21°C low
Wettest
September
257mm rain
Best to Visit
July
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Para is hot. The average annual temperature is 26°C and approximately 1581mm of precipitation falls per year. September is the wettest month, receiving around 257mm of rainfall. Para sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.

Temperature

10° 20° 30° 40° Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Max: 33° Average: 26° Min: 22° Feb Max: 34° Average: 27° Min: 23° Mar Max: 33° Average: 27° Min: 23° Apr Max: 32° Average: 27° Min: 23° May Max: 31° Average: 26° Min: 23° Jun Max: 29° Average: 25° Min: 22° Jul Max: 29° Average: 25° Min: 22° Aug Max: 29° Average: 25° Min: 22° Sep Max: 30° Average: 25° Min: 23° Oct Max: 31° Average: 26° Min: 22° Nov Max: 32° Average: 26° Min: 22° Dec Max: 32° Average: 26° Min: 21°
Max
Average
Min

Para sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 21°C to 34°C. The warmest month is February, when average highs reach 34°C and the mean temperature sits around 27°C. December is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 21°C and an average of 26°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 9°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs.

Precipitation

0mm 50mm 100mm 150mm 200mm 250mm 300mm Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Precipitation: 29mm Feb Precipitation: 56mm Mar Precipitation: 117mm Apr Precipitation: 125mm May Precipitation: 191mm Jun Precipitation: 234mm Jul Precipitation: 94mm Aug Precipitation: 103mm Sep Precipitation: 257mm Oct Precipitation: 230mm Nov Precipitation: 104mm Dec Precipitation: 42mm
Precipitation

Para is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1581mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 132mm per month. The wettest month is September, averaging 257mm of rainfall. June and October also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is January, with just 29mm. That's 228mm less than September, the wettest month. Rainfall is heavily concentrated in certain months, creating a distinct wet and dry season. Visitors should plan around these patterns, as the difference between peak and low months is dramatic.

Wind

0km/h 5km/h 10km/h Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Wind Speed: 6km/h Feb Wind Speed: 7km/h Mar Wind Speed: 6km/h Apr Wind Speed: 6km/h May Wind Speed: 6km/h Jun Wind Speed: 6km/h Jul Wind Speed: 7km/h Aug Wind Speed: 8km/h Sep Wind Speed: 6km/h Oct Wind Speed: 5km/h Nov Wind Speed: 5km/h Dec Wind Speed: 5km/h
Wind Speed

Para is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 6km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is August, averaging 8km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in November, with average winds dropping to 5km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 3km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months.

Seasons

Winter
Dec 21
Spring
Mar 20
Summer
Jun 21
Autumn
Sep 23

9 days until Autumn

It is currently summer in Para, which began on June 21, 2026. Para sits near the equator, so the traditional four-season cycle is less pronounced. Temperatures remain relatively stable year-round. The warmest period peaks in February at around 34°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in December near 21°C. Autumn is next, beginning on September 23, 2026 (9 days from now).

Spring

Temperatures range from 23 to 33°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 434mm across the season with a monthly average of 145mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 6km/h. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is advisable as spring showers are frequent.

Summer

Temperatures range from 22 to 29°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 430mm across the season with a monthly average of 143mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 7km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal. Perfect conditions for outdoor activities.

Autumn

Temperatures range from 22 to 32°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 591mm across the season with a monthly average of 197mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 5km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.

Winter

Temperatures range from 21 to 34°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 127mm over the season and a monthly average of 42mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 6km/h. A light jacket or sweater is usually sufficient, though cooler evenings may call for an extra layer.

Best Time to Visit

Jan 26°
Feb 27°
Mar 27°
Apr 27°
May 26°
Jun 25°
Jul 25°
Aug 25°
Sep 25°
Oct 26°
Nov 26°
Dec 26°

The best time to visit Para is during July, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 25°C with modest rainfall averaging 94mm per month. By contrast, February can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 34°C, while December is the coldest period with lows dropping to 21°C. Despite being the best months overall, some rain is still likely. Pack a waterproof layer and plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities.

Monthly Climate Data

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Para based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Celsius (°C). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in kilometres per hour (km/h). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.

Month
Min Temperature
Max Temperature
Wind Speed
Precipitation
Snow
Jan
22 °C
33 °C
6 km/h
29 mm
0 cm
Feb
23 °C
34 °C
7 km/h
56 mm
0 cm
Mar
23 °C
33 °C
6 km/h
117 mm
0 cm
Apr
23 °C
32 °C
6 km/h
125 mm
0 cm
May
23 °C
31 °C
6 km/h
191 mm
0 cm
Jun
22 °C
29 °C
6 km/h
234 mm
0 cm
Jul
22 °C
29 °C
7 km/h
94 mm
0 cm
Aug
22 °C
29 °C
8 km/h
103 mm
0 cm
Sep Current
23 °C
30 °C
6 km/h
257 mm
0 cm
Oct
22 °C
31 °C
5 km/h
230 mm
0 cm
Nov
22 °C
32 °C
5 km/h
104 mm
0 cm
Dec
21 °C
32 °C
5 km/h
42 mm
0 cm
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