Abidjan, Ivory Coast
Major metropolis · Population 6.3M
Abidjan is the largest city in Ivory Coast with a population of approximately 6,321,017 people as of 2026. This makes it the 47th largest city in the world, accounting for 19.79% of Ivory Coast's total population of 31.9M. Abidjan is classified as a major metropolis and operates in the Africa/Abidjan timezone. The average annual temperature is 26.2°C with 1,470 mm of rainfall per year. The city sits at an elevation of 54 meters above sea level.
Population
6,321,017
Global Rank
#47
Country Rank
#1
% of Ivory Coast
19.79%
Avg Temperature
26.2°C
Annual Rainfall
1,470 mm
Elevation
54 m
Timezone
Africa/Abidjan
Abidjan on the Map
Climate in Abidjan
Abidjan's warmest month is Apr and the coldest is Aug. The wettest month is Jun with 287 mm of rainfall.
Average Monthly Temperature
Monthly Rainfall
Ivory Coast at a Glance
Country Population
31,934,230
Capital
Yamoussoukro
Region
Western Africa
Major Cities
23
GDP per Capita
$2,728
Life Expectancy
61.9 years
Urban Population
54.0%
Growth Rate
0.02%
Other Major Cities in Ivory Coast
Nearest Major Cities
Closest cities to Abidjan with over 100,000 people
| City | Population | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Marcory | 214,061 | 5 km |
| Abobo | 1,340,083 | 7 km |
| Koumassi | 412,282 | 7 km |
| Anyama | 133,905 | 17 km |
| Dabou | 138,083 | 42 km |
| Divo | 136,627 | 159 km |
| Abengourou | 130,810 | 163 km |
| Daoukro | 101,136 | 190 km |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Abidjan?
The population of Abidjan, Ivory Coast is approximately 6,321,017 people, making it the 47th largest city in the world and the 1st largest in Ivory Coast.
Is Abidjan the capital of Ivory Coast?
No, the capital of Ivory Coast is Yamoussoukro. Abidjan is the 1st largest city in the country.
What is the climate like in Abidjan?
Abidjan has an average annual temperature of 26.2°C and receives 1,470 mm of rainfall per year. The warmest month is Apr and the coldest is Aug.
What timezone is Abidjan in?
Abidjan is in the Africa/Abidjan timezone.