Weather

If bountiful year-round sunshine and arid 40°C (104°F) days have a certain appeal then look no further than Saharan Chad. If the majestic images that the Sahara conjures up are too tempting but you'd prefer more friendly conditions, try the southern part of Chad between November and February.

There are three distinct climatic zones. In the tropical south temperatures usually range from 20-25°C (68-77°F), but can rise to 40°C (104°F) just before the rains. The centre, where N'Djaména and Lake Chad are located, is a Sahelian blend of scrub and desert where prerains temperatures can rise to over 45°C (113°F). The arid north forms part of the Sahara Desert and includes the Tibesti Mountains, which rise to the peak of Emi Koussi (3415m), the highest point in the Sahara.