Chad Weather & Climate: Monthly Averages

Monthly climate averages for Chad, temperatures, rainfall and the best time to visit.

Climate overview of Chad

It's always hot in Chad, but the best time to go is from November till February. It's rainy season from June till September, though most of the precipitation falls in the southern part of the country. Chad is the melting pot of Africa where over 100 different languages are spoken. Be aware that the country almost comes to a complet standstill during the Islamic holy month of Ramadan.

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NʼDjamena Abeche Mongo Faya-Largeau Moundou Am Timan
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Average daily temperature, monthly rainfall & sunshine hours across cities.

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Average daytime and nighttime temperatures, yearly rainfall and sunshine.

NʼDjamena 32°C (90°F) 43°C (109°F) 17°C (63°F) 28°C (82°F) 446 mm (18 in) 3,188 hours
Abeche 32°C (90°F) 41°C (106°F) 17°C (63°F) 27°C (81°F) 442 mm (17 in) 3,500 hours
Mongo 31°C (88°F) 41°C (106°F) 17°C (63°F) 27°C (81°F) 740 mm (29 in)
Faya-Largeau 26°C (79°F) 43°C (109°F) 13°C (55°F) 29°C (84°F) 9.1 mm (0.4 in) 3,792 hours
Moundou 30°C (86°F) 39°C (102°F) 18°C (64°F) 27°C (81°F) 991 mm (39 in) 2,811 hours
Am Timan 31°C (88°F) 41°C (106°F) 19°C (66°F) 27°C (81°F) 857 mm (34 in) 3,158 hours

FAQ

What is the best time to visit Chad?

The warmest month in NʼDjamena is April, with daytime highs of 43°C (109°F). Faya-Largeau is the sunniest destination, with 344 hours of sunshine in May. Chad has a distinct dry season from October to June. Explore Chad weather by month for a detailed breakdown.

What temperatures can I expect in Chad?

NʼDjamena is the warmest destination, reaching 43°C (109°F) in April with nights around 28°C (82°F). Faya-Largeau is the coolest, with January daytime highs of just 26°C (79°F) and nights dropping to 13°C (55°F). See the city comparison for a full overview.

How much rain does Chad get?

Rainfall varies across Chad. Moundou is the wettest, receiving 991 mm (39 in) per year, with August the wettest month at 279 mm (11 in). NʼDjamena is the driest at 446 mm (18 in) per year. Use the climate map to explore rainfall patterns across regions.

How sunny is Chad?

Faya-Largeau is the sunniest destination in Chad, enjoying 3,792 hours of sunshine per year, with May the brightest month at 344 hours. Overall, Chad enjoys abundant sunshine year-round. Compare sunshine across cities in the charts above.

What is the climate like across Chad?

NʼDjamena has very hot summers reaching 43°C (109°F) in April and very warm winters dropping to 32°C (90°F), with 3,188 hours of sunshine and 446 mm (18 in) of rain per year. Abeche has very hot summers reaching 41°C (106°F) in April and very warm winters dropping to 32°C (90°F), with 3,500 hours of sunshine and 442 mm (17 in) of rain per year. Mongo has very hot summers reaching 41°C (106°F) in April and very warm winters dropping to 31°C (88°F), with 0 hours of sunshine and 740 mm (29 in) of rain per year. Explore the climate charts and comparison table for more cities.

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