Guiglo
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Climate normals · 2016–2025
When to go: Guiglo month by month
Judged purely on 2016–2025 weather records, the friendliest months in Guiglo are typically January, November and December, with average daytime highs around 30–33°C. February is usually the warmest month (average high 34°C), December the coldest (average low 22°C), and September the wettest (about 302 mm). These are long-run averages, not a forecast.
| Month | Avg high (°C) | Avg low (°C) | Rain (mm) | Sunshine (h/day) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 33.0 | 21.7 | 16 | 9.3 |
| February | 34.1 | 23.3 | 51 | 9.3 |
| March | 32.7 | 23.5 | 126 | 8.8 |
| April | 32.2 | 23.5 | 126 | 8.9 |
| May | 31.0 | 23.3 | 164 | 8.3 |
| June | 29.3 | 22.5 | 241 | 8.0 |
| July | 28.5 | 22.1 | 205 | 7.6 |
| August | 28.4 | 22.1 | 218 | 6.8 |
| September | 28.8 | 22.2 | 302 | 7.7 |
| October | 29.4 | 22.3 | 218 | 8.4 |
| November | 30.0 | 22.3 | 77 | 9.0 |
| December | 31.3 | 21.5 | 27 | 9.2 |
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- United Nations base invasion
In 2005, a United Nations base in Guiglo was invaded by 1,000 protesters, resulting in clashes that left 100 protesters and one UN peacekeeper dead.
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01 · OverviewGuiglo, in brief
Where is Guiglo located and what administrative roles does it hold?
Guiglo is a city situated in western Ivory Coast within the Montagnes District. It functions as a sub-prefecture, serves as the seat of the Guiglo Department, acts as a commune, and is the designated seat of the Cavally Region. Geographically positioned along the Nzo River—a tributary of the Sassandra River—the municipality operates in the Africa/Abidjan timezone and uses the XOF currency, with French (fr-CI) spoken across the region.
What populations shape the economic and cultural exchange in the area?
Serving as a market centre, the city facilitates economic and cultural exchange primarily among the Guere, Yacouba, and Mossi people. Commercial activities within this hub prominently feature trade in rice, livestock, and cassava. Beyond local foodstuffs, Guiglo functions as a collecting depot, or entrepot, gathering coffee and timber from the surrounding region before these commodities are transported to coastal ports for export. Supporting these regional industries, the locality contains both a sawmill and a research station.
How has the city evolved in population and infrastructure?
Official records document distinct demographic shifts and infrastructure developments for the settlement. In the 2014 census, the city itself recorded a population of 52,544 inhabitants, while the broader sub-prefecture reached a population of 171,454 in 2021. Transport infrastructure includes Guiglo Airport, which serves the city and its 18 surrounding villages.
What significant historical events occurred at the local United Nations base?
In 2005, the city became the site of a major security conflict when a United Nations base was invaded by 1,000 protesters. The demonstrators briefly took control before armed UN peacekeepers forced them back. The resulting clash caused 100 protester fatalities and the death of one UN peacekeeper. Further details regarding the geography and administration of the area can be found on the Guiglo Wikipedia page and the GeoNames record for Guiglo.
Frequently Asked Questions about Guiglo
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01 · Q&AWhere is Guiglo located and what are its coordinates?
Guiglo is situated in Ivory Coast at geographic coordinates 6.5437, -7.4935, with an elevation monitored in regional geographic surveys.
02 · Q&AWhat is the population and time zone of Guiglo?
Guiglo has a recorded population of approximately 68,113 and observes the Africa/Abidjan time zone.
03 · Q&AWhat languages and currency are used in Guiglo?
Official and commonly spoken languages in Guiglo include FR-CI, with XOF used for local transactions.
04 · Q&AHow can I check live conditions and daily updates for Guiglo?
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