Lome is the capital and largest city of Togo, located on the Gulf of Guinea in West Africa. It is the economic, financial, and cultural center of the country, and home to the majority of the country's population.
Lome is situated on the Atlantic coast, near the border of Ghana and Benin. The city is built on the edge of a lagoon which is connected to the Atlantic Ocean by a small channel. It has a tropical climate, with temperatures ranging from the low 70s in the winter to the high 90s in the summer.
Lome has a long and rich history. It was first settled by the Ewe people in the 16th century, and was a major trading port for the region. In the 19th century, the city became a French protectorate, and it was made the capital of French Togoland in 1897. After the Second World War, the city was made the capital of the newly independent nation of Togo.
Today, Lome is a bustling city of over one million inhabitants. It is a major port for the region and is home to the largest international airport in Togo. The city is also home to a bustling market and a number of cultural attractions, including the National Museum of Togo, the National Library of Togo, and the Togo National Stadium.
Lome is a vibrant and cosmopolitan city, with a rich cultural heritage and a vibrant nightlife. It is a popular destination for tourists from around the world, and offers a wide range of attractions and activities for visitors to enjoy.
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Lome in Togo has a tropical climate with two distinct seasons: a dry season from November to April, and a wet season from May to October. During the dry season, temperatures are hot and humid, with average highs of around 30C and lows of around 20C. During the wet season, temperatures are slightly cooler and more humid, with average highs of around 28C and lows of around 19C. The wet season also brings heavy rainfall and occasional thunderstorms.
Our weather forecast for Lome helps plan your stay according to the weather. For sunny days, pack light and breathable clothes, swimwear, and sunscreen. For winter weather, it's recommended to bring warm clothes, gloves, a hat, sturdy footwear, and a raincoat.
Date | Icon | Temperature | Wind speed/gusts | Cloudiness/Visibility | Air humidity/pressure | Sunrise/Sunset |
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Dec. 26th 2024 Dec. 26th 2024 | max: 34.8 °C min: 25.3 °C |
22.7 m/s 23.4 m/s |
13.9 % 24.1 m |
65.6 % 1,011 hPa |
06:02:58 17:48:53 |
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Dec. 27th 2024 Dec. 27th 2024 | max: 35.3 °C min: 25.3 °C |
21.2 m/s 23.8 m/s |
4.2 % 24.1 m |
64.1 % 1,010 hPa |
06:03:27 17:49:24 |
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Dec. 28th 2024 Dec. 28th 2024 | max: 35.0 °C min: 25.4 °C |
21.6 m/s 21.6 m/s |
12.1 % 24.1 m |
66.4 % 1,010 hPa |
06:03:54 17:49:55 |
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Dec. 29th 2024 Dec. 29th 2024 | max: 34.4 °C min: 25.4 °C |
20.9 m/s 22.0 m/s |
37.3 % 24.1 m |
65.9 % 1,010 hPa |
06:04:22 17:50:26 |
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Dec. 30th 2024 Dec. 30th 2024 | max: 34.6 °C min: 25.5 °C |
22.3 m/s 21.6 m/s |
10.5 % 24.1 m |
65.8 % 1,011 hPa |
06:04:49 17:50:56 |
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Dec. 31st 2024 Dec. 31st 2024 | max: 34.2 °C min: 25.3 °C |
22.0 m/s 20.2 m/s |
6.1 % 24.1 m |
65.8 % 1,010 hPa |
06:05:15 17:51:27 |
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Jan. 1st 2025 Jan. 1st 2025 | max: 34.9 °C min: 25.2 °C |
22.7 m/s 21.6 m/s |
71.9 % 24.1 m |
65.7 % 1,010 hPa |
06:05:41 17:51:58 |
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Jan. 2nd 2025 Jan. 2nd 2025 | max: 33.8 °C min: 25 °C |
20.2 m/s 22.0 m/s |
20.5 % 24.1 m |
67.1 % 1,010 hPa |
06:06:06 17:52:29 |
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Jan. 3rd 2025 Jan. 3rd 2025 | max: 33.7 °C min: 25.2 °C |
19.1 m/s 19.8 m/s |
8.8 % 24.1 m |
66.0 % 1,011 hPa |
06:06:31 17:52:59 |
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Jan. 4th 2025 Jan. 4th 2025 | max: 35.1 °C min: 24.7 °C |
21.2 m/s 19.1 m/s |
5.9 % 24.1 m |
61.9 % 1,010 hPa |
06:06:55 17:53:29 |
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Jan. 5th 2025 Jan. 5th 2025 | max: 34.7 °C min: 23.5 °C |
21.6 m/s 19.4 m/s |
9.9 % 24.1 m |
55.5 % 1,010 hPa |
06:07:19 17:53:59 |
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Jan. 6th 2025 Jan. 6th 2025 | max: 34.7 °C min: 22.6 °C |
22.0 m/s 19.4 m/s |
66.7 % 24.1 m |
48.2 % 1,011 hPa |
06:07:42 17:54:29 |
Would you like to travel to Lome on a cruise ship or would you just like to know when a certain ship will dock there? Here you will find an overview of the cruise ships that will be calling at the port of Lome.
Date | Ship | Arrival | Departure | Details |
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Feb. 10th 2025 Monday, 10th of Feb. 2025 | Seabourn Sojourn | 07:00 am | 06:00 pm | |
Apr. 18th 2025 Friday, 18th of Apr. 2025 | Silver Wind Expedition | 06:30 am | 12:00 am | |
Apr. 19th 2025 Saturday, 19th of Apr. 2025 | Silver Wind Expedition | 12:00 am | 04:30 pm | |
Jun. 1st 2025 Sunday, 1st of Jun. 2025 | MS Nautica | 08:00 am | 06:00 pm | |
Nov. 16th 2025 Sunday, 16th of Nov. 2025 | Seven Seas Navigator | 09:00 am | 06:00 pm | |
Nov. 22nd 2025 Saturday, 22nd of Nov. 2025 | MS Sirena | 09:00 am | 06:00 pm | |
Feb. 11th 2026 Wednesday, 11th of Feb. 2026 | MS Nautica | 07:00 am | 06:00 pm | |
Mar. 14th 2026 Saturday, 14th of Mar. 2026 | MS Nautica | 09:00 am | 06:00 pm |
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