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Sokodé

City · 🇹🇬 Togo
Population 115,442
Area 59 km²
Time zone Africa/Lome

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Sokodé Essentials

Sokodé serves as the primary commercial and cultural hub of central Togo, anchored by its long-standing reputation for traditional weaving. This selection highlights the city's specialized markets, including the livestock market and Marché de Komah, alongside the Centre National de Tissage (CENATIS), where artisans produce hand-woven textiles on traditional looms. Landmark sites like the central roundabout and the Communauté du Puits de Jacob reflect the city’s diverse architectural and religious landscape.

9 places

Editor's Choice

Sokodé serves as a major hub for traditional Togolese craftsmanship and regional commerce. This selection highlights the city's textile heritage at the National Weaving Center and its dedicated showroom, alongside the significant livestock trade at Marché de Betail. The list also covers essential urban landmarks like the central roundabout and neighborhood markets such as Komah and Petit Marché, which provide insight into the daily economic life and Tem cultural traditions of Togo's second-largest city.

7 places

Religious Landmarks

Sokodé serves as a significant spiritual hub in Togo, characterized by the peaceful coexistence of Islamic and Christian traditions. This collection highlights the city's diverse architectural landmarks, from the prominent minarets of regional mosques to historic Catholic cathedrals and Presbyterian temples. These sites reflect the cultural heritage of the Kotokoli people and the central role of faith in the daily life of this multi-confessional urban center.

9 places

Sokodé — Map

Sokodé — Map

Climate & when to visit

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Typical weather in January

Good
  • 33° (feels like 32°) · extremes 14°–37°
  • 18° at night
  • 1 rainy day
  • 11 sunny days
  • 8 hours of sunshine per day
  • Dry air
  • Calm winds
  • UV index 8 · very high
Up to 7 days above 35°

Typical weather in February

Poor
  • 35° · extremes 16°–39°
  • 20° at night
  • 3 rainy days
  • 5 sunny days
  • 7 hours of sunshine per day
  • Comfortable humidity
  • Calm winds
  • UV index 8 · very high
Up to 17 days above 35°

Typical weather in March

Poor
  • 35° (feels like 37°) · extremes 20°–39°
  • 23° at night
  • 11 rainy days
  • 7 sunny days
  • 7 hours of sunshine per day
  • Muggy, humid air
  • Calm winds
  • UV index 9 · very high
Up to 18 days above 35°

Typical weather in April

Poor
  • 34° (feels like 37°) · extremes 22°–38°
  • 23° at night
  • 21 rainy days
  • 8 sunny days
  • 7 hours of sunshine per day
  • Oppressive humidity
  • Calm winds
  • UV index 10 · very high
Up to 9 days above 35°

Typical weather in May

Poor
  • 32° (feels like 35°) · extremes 22°–36°
  • 23° at night
  • 25 rainy days
  • 7 sunny days
  • 7 hours of sunshine per day
  • Oppressive humidity
  • Calm winds
  • UV index 9 · very high

Typical weather in June

Poor
  • 30° (feels like 33°) · extremes 21°–33°
  • 22° at night
  • 27 rainy days
  • 2 sunny days
  • 6 hours of sunshine per day
  • Oppressive humidity
  • Calm winds
  • UV index 8 · very high

Typical weather in July

Poor
  • 28° (feels like 31°) · extremes 20°–31°
  • 21° at night
  • 29 rainy days
  • 0 sunny days
  • 5 hours of sunshine per day
  • Oppressive humidity
  • Calm winds
  • UV index 7 · high

Typical weather in August

Poor
  • 28° (feels like 31°) · extremes 20°–30°
  • 21° at night
  • 29 rainy days
  • 0 sunny days
  • 4 hours of sunshine per day
  • Oppressive humidity
  • Calm winds
  • UV index 8 · very high

Typical weather in September

Poor
  • 28° (feels like 32°) · extremes 20°–30°
  • 21° at night
  • 29 rainy days
  • 0 sunny days
  • 5 hours of sunshine per day
  • Oppressive humidity
  • Calm winds
  • UV index 8 · very high

Typical weather in October

Poor
  • 30° (feels like 33°) · extremes 20°–32°
  • 21° at night
  • 23 rainy days
  • 7 sunny days
  • 7 hours of sunshine per day
  • Oppressive humidity
  • Calm winds
  • UV index 9 · very high

Typical weather in November

Good
  • 32° (feels like 34°) · extremes 17°–36°
  • 20° at night
  • 3 rainy days
  • 17 sunny days
  • 8 hours of sunshine per day
  • Muggy, humid air
  • Calm winds
  • UV index 9 · very high

Typical weather in December

Good
  • 33° (feels like 32°) · extremes 14°–36°
  • 18° at night
  • 1 rainy day
  • 16 sunny days
  • 8 hours of sunshine per day
  • Comfortable humidity
  • Calm winds
  • UV index 8 · very high

Climate data: NASA POWER (MERRA-2) · 1996–2025

Practical information

Currency
West African CFA Franc XOF · Card payments · Cash preferred
Electricity
Type C
220 V · 50 Hz
Languages
French
Tap water
Not safe to drink
Driving side
Right
Calling code
+228
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Tours & Activities

Centre National de Tissage
Walk
Rond-point Sokodé
Walk
Petit Marché

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