March · Ivory Coast
Best time to visit Abidjan in March Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Abidjan in March
Average temperature 28°C, 173 mm of rain, about 22 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 83% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
March score
4.0/10
Ranked #8 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 28°C
- Rainfall
- 173 mm
- Humidity
- 83%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 22
- Crowd Density
- Quiet / Uncrowded
- Average Expenses
- $ · Budget Friendly ($)
March in Abidjan scores 4.0/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - ranked #8 of 12. Expect around 28°C, 173 mm of rain, and roughly 22 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Abidjan is Ivory Coast's economic capital, a lagoon city of towers, markets and a modern cathedral.
March in Abidjan — off-season conditions
Days in March average 28°C (82°F) and humidity near 83% — front-load outdoor plans before the heat builds and treat the middle of the day as indoor time.
173 mm of rain makes this a wet month here, though with about 22 days with 6+ hours of sunshine there is still bright weather between the fronts.
That is 4/10 on the same scale — 8th of 12 months, versus 7.1/10 for the best month here.
Pack the lightest breathable clothing you own, a hat, and more water than feels necessary, a proper rain shell rather than an umbrella.
Budget for low-season pricing, and crowds are light for this destination.
If your dates are flexible, January is materially better in Abidjan — 3.1 points higher on the same scale.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Abidjan in March?
- In March, Abidjan averages 28°C, 173 mm of rain, and about 22 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 4.0/10.
- Is March a good time to visit Abidjan?
- March earns a 4.0/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Abidjan in March?
- Expect about 173 mm of rain in March. Average humidity is 83% and there are about 22 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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