If you plan to visit Abidjan in September, the weather is typically alright, with an average high temperature of +27°C during the day and approximately 0 sunny days. Expect some rainy, though, as there are typically 26 rainy days in the month and around 90 mm of precipitation. The weather is changeable so you may have to pack for every eventuality. Search flightsin one click on Avionero.
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September is usually the wettest month of the year in Abidjan;
Average weather
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+27°C
Avg. max. temperature
+21°C
Min.
+30°C
Max.
90 mm
Total precipitation
89%
Avg. humidity
2 m/s
Avg. wind
0 ☀️
Sunny Days
3 ⛅️
Cloudy
26 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Abidjan has OK weather in September.
Average temperature in Abidjan in September
Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Abidjan for September based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Going from a maximum of +30°C during the day to a minimum of +23°C during the night, the temperature in September averages around +28°C.
The average maximum temperature goes up 14% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +28°C to +29°C.
Is Abidjan warm or cold in September?
Abidjan is typically warm in September.
Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +26°C to +27°C. The minimum temperature also goes up from +23°C to +23°C.
It’s generally warm, but pack a long-sleeve shirt for evenings.
Take a look at how September is compared to other months in Abidjan:
Water temperature in Abidjan in September
Water in Abidjan in September is Warm. It varies from +25°C to +27°C, with an average of +26°C.This is almost similar to the air temperature, which averages +27°C.
The water temperature in September is one of the coldest of the entire year:
The warmest water temperatures in Abidjan are reached in May, when the average sea temperature rises to +29°C. The coldest water temperatures are in August, with an average of +25°C.
Can you swim in Abidjan in September?
You can absolutely swim in Abidjan in September, the water is warm (+26°C in average), similar to heated pools. Suitable for most people, including children and the elderly.
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Cold
Below +16°C
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Fresh
16°C - 21°C
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Comfortable
21°C - 25°C
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Warm
25°C - 28°C
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Very warm
+28°C and up
Bring your swimming suit, sunscreen and your favorite inflatable pink flamingo.
Climate in Abidjan in September
Abidjan weather looks like this, on average, in September and the surrounding months.
August
September
October
Avg. temperature
+26°C
+27°C
+28°C
Min. temperature
+20°C
+21°C
+21°C
Max. temperature
+28°C
+30°C
+30°C
Rainfall
71 mm
90 mm
107 mm
Wind
2 m/s
2 m/s
2 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+25°C
+26°C
+27°C
Humidity
89%
89%
86%
Air pressure
1013 HPa
1012 HPa
1011 HPa
Sunny days
0
0
0
Cloudy days
7
3
1
Rainy days
24
26
20
Snowy days
0
0
0
September weather is still as ok as in August.It’s getting warmer as September arrives. The average maximum temperature goes up from +26°C to +27°C during the day.Prepare for more rain. Average rainfall goes from 71 mm to 90 mm.Humidity levels don’t change as the month goes on, averaging around 89%.The average wind speed doesn’t change much during September, staying around 2 m/s.The amount of sunny days stay about the same, averaging 0 sunny days during the month.
October brings much the same weather, it remains ok.
Wind speed in Abidjan in September based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The average wind speed is 3 m/s getting up to 4 m/s which is a light breeze; barely moving the tree leaves.
The average wind speed in Abidjan is gradually increasing during September, going from 3 m/s to 4 m/s over the course of the month.
Rain
Amount of rainfall in mm during September in Abidjan based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Typically, there is a 83% chance of rain on an average day in September, with total rainfall of approximately 70 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 15 mm, which is considered light rain.September is a pretty wet month with over 25 rainy days, so don’t forget to pack an umbrella, raincoat, and a pair of galoshes.
Here’s how September is compared with other months in the amount of precipitation, total mm:
Abidjan wettest month is June, where a typical day has a 67% chance of precipitation and 278 mm of rainfall per day. January, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 61% chance of precipitation and 41 mm of rainfall per day.
How was the weather last September in Abidjan?
This is the weather in Abidjan in September 2023:
1 September
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+28°C
2 September
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+26°C
3 September
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+27°C
4 September
☀️
+27°C
5 September
☀️
+27°C
6 September
☀️
+27°C
7 September
☀️
+28°C
8 September
☁️
+28°C
9 September
🌧️
+29°C
10 September
☀️
+27°C
11 September
☀️
+28°C
12 September
🌧️
+28°C
13 September
🌧️
+26°C
14 September
🌧️
+27°C
15 September
☁️
+27°C
16 September
🌧️
+27°C
17 September
☁️
+28°C
18 September
☁️
+27°C
19 September
☀️
+27°C
20 September
☀️
+28°C
21 September
☁️
+29°C
22 September
🌧️
+28°C
23 September
🌧️
+28°C
24 September
🌧️
+28°C
25 September
🌧️
+28°C
26 September
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+28°C
27 September
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+29°C
28 September
☁️
+29°C
29 September
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+30°C
30 September
☁️
+29°C
In September 2023 Abidjan had 9 sunny days, 10 cloudy days, and 11 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +28°C, with an absolute maximum of +30°C and a minimum of +26°C. The average humidity was 90%, with a maximum of 100% and a minimum of 83%. The average wind speed was 3 m/s, with a maximum of 7 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
Are you planning a trip in September?
Climate Change over Years
This is how Abidjan climate have been changing during last 43 years period.
The climate in Abidjan in September has not changed much over the last 43 years.
The average temperature was the lowest in 1980 (+28°C) and the highest in 2023 (+29°C). The driest year was 2004 with only 924 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 1984 with 2423 mm.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about the weather in Abidjan in September:
Is September a good time to visit Abidjan?
It’s always a good time to visit Abidjan, but the weather is changeable in September, so plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities and exploring, and pack for every eventuality.
Can you sunbathe in Abidjan in September?
September is warm in Abidjan. You may enjoy some beach or pool time in the day, but pack something a tad warmer for the evening.
Can you swim in Abidjan in September?
Yes, you can swim in Abidjan in September, the water temperature averaging at +26°C. This temperature is considered warm and comfortable for most swimmers.
Is Abidjan rainy in September?
Abidjan is often rainy in September. You may get a bit damp when outside, so pack an umbrella, and maybe even a raincoat.
Is it sunny in Abidjan in September?
Usually, it’s not very sunny in Abidjan in September, often it’s pretty cloudy. Pack for any eventuality; layering can help reduce the number of bulky items needed.
For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Abidjan, based on historical hourly weather data from January 1, 1979, to December 31, 2023.
For past dates, we show actual recorded data at the location at that time. Forecasts are based on recorded weather during that day of the year, averaged over the total years for which we have records (unless stated otherwise). The daily temperature is the highest recorded temperature in the shadow during that day.