When to Ndjamena
Climate guide & best times to travel
Best Time to Visit
Month-by-Month Guide
January
January offers some of the most pleasant conditions in Chad with highs of 90°F and comfortable nighttime lows of 58°F. The complete absence of rainfall and 70% humidity make this one of the best months for visiting. Cooler morning and evening temperatures provide relief from the midday heat.
February
February sees temperatures beginning to climb with highs reaching 96°F, though nighttime lows remain relatively comfortable at 63°F. The dry conditions continue with no rainfall and steady 70% humidity. This is still considered a favorable time for travel before the intense heat arrives.
March
March marks the beginning of the extremely hot season with temperatures soaring to 103°F during the day. Nighttime temperatures rise to 72°F, offering less relief from the heat. The complete lack of rainfall and persistent 70% humidity make this a challenging month for visitors.
April
April represents the peak of Chad's extreme heat with scorching temperatures reaching 107°F, making it one of the hottest months of the year. Nighttime lows of 78°F provide little respite from the intense heat. The continued absence of rainfall and 70% humidity create very harsh conditions.
May
May continues the pattern of extreme heat with temperatures reaching 106°F and warm nights at 80°F. The relentless dry conditions persist with no measurable rainfall and steady 70% humidity. This month remains very challenging for outdoor activities and travel.
June
June shows the first signs of temperature moderation with highs dropping to 100°F, though conditions remain very hot. Nighttime temperatures stay warm at 78°F with continued dry conditions and 70% humidity. While still extremely hot, it's slightly more bearable than the preceding months.
July
July brings welcome relief with temperatures dropping significantly to 93°F, making it one of the coolest months of the year. Nighttime lows of 74°F and the continued absence of rainfall with 70% humidity create more manageable conditions. This represents the beginning of the relatively cooler period.
August
August offers the coolest daytime temperatures of the year at 89°F with pleasant nighttime lows of 73°F. Despite the complete lack of rainfall and steady 70% humidity, this month provides the most comfortable conditions for visitors. The moderate temperatures make outdoor activities more feasible.
September
September maintains comfortable conditions with highs of 93°F and nighttime lows of 74°F. The dry pattern continues with no rainfall and consistent 70% humidity. This month remains favorable for travel with manageable temperatures before the gradual warming begins.
October
October sees temperatures beginning to climb again with highs reaching 99°F, approaching the 100°F threshold. Nighttime temperatures remain warm at 73°F with continued dry conditions and 70% humidity. The heat starts to intensify as the year progresses toward the hot season.
November
November maintains hot conditions with temperatures at 98°F during the day, while nighttime temperatures drop to a more comfortable 66°F. The complete absence of rainfall continues with steady 70% humidity. The larger temperature differential between day and night provides some relief.
December
December marks the return of the more favorable season with temperatures moderating to 92°F and cool nighttime lows of 60°F. The dry conditions persist with no rainfall and 70% humidity. This month begins the most comfortable period for visiting Chad.