Côte d'Ivoire Daloa Mission
The Côte d'Ivoire Daloa Mission is one of 6 missions of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Côte d'Ivoire, centered on Daloa. Below you’ll find the mission office address, tips for letters and packages, weather, language and temples.
At a glance
- Organized1 July 2026
- Mission leadersBenjamin W. and Emily LeSueur began serving around July 2026, according to the Church Newsroom.
- LanguageMissionaries here usually teach in French; your call letter tells you your exact language.
- Nearest templeThe nearest operating temple is the Abidjan Ivory Coast Temple, about 199 mi (320 km) from Daloa.
- WeatherNear Daloa, the warmest month is usually February (average high about 95°F / 35°C) and the coolest is January (average low about 70°F / 21°C), with roughly 1,296 mm of rain a year. The wettest months are June, September and October.
- The Church hereCôte d'Ivoire has about 17,887,212 Church members.
This is an unofficial family guide, not affiliated with the Church; always follow your call packet and the Missionary Portal.
Mission office
Address & phone
- Office address
- Daloa, District du Sassandra-Marahoue, Côte d'Ivoire
Source: Unofficial third-party directory (latterdaymissions.com) — may be out of date unofficial — confirm before mailing as of October 8, 2026
We haven’t verified the mission’s phone or email yet — use the contacts in your call packet or the Missionary Portal.
Mission leaders
Who leads the mission
Benjamin W. and Emily LeSueur
Serving since July 2026 · new leaders expected July 2029
Source: Church Newsroom 2026 · as of October 8, 2026
Official Church area websiteAfrica West Area: official news and contacts →Letters & packages
How to send letters & packages
Import duties and customs delays are common here. Many parents send small padded envelopes or use the pouch/letter options from the call packet; declare low values honestly and avoid sending valuables.
- Your missionary can email weekly on P-day (preparation day: their weekly day for errands, letters and rest); letters and packages are optional extras.
- Confirm the current mailing address with the mission office or the call packet before sending — offices move.
- Small, padded envelopes usually travel faster and cheaper than boxes; declare contents honestly and avoid restricted items.
Weather & climate
Seasons, rain & live weather
Profile: tropical, hot-summer · about 1296 mm of rain a year · wettest months: Jun, Sep, Oct.
Monthly averages
| Avg high | Avg low | Rain | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 93°F / 34°C | 70°F / 21°C | 8 mm |
| Feb | 95°F / 35°C | 73°F / 23°C | 29 mm |
| Mar | 92°F / 34°C | 74°F / 24°C | 105 mm |
| Apr | 91°F / 33°C | 74°F / 24°C | 102 mm |
| May | 89°F / 32°C | 74°F / 23°C | 131 mm |
| Jun | 86°F / 30°C | 72°F / 22°C | 212 mm |
| Jul | 84°F / 29°C | 71°F / 22°C | 137 mm |
| Aug | 83°F / 29°C | 71°F / 22°C | 188 mm |
| Sep | 84°F / 29°C | 72°F / 22°C | 237 mm |
| Oct | 85°F / 30°C | 72°F / 22°C | 159 mm |
| Nov | 87°F / 31°C | 72°F / 22°C | 57 mm |
| Dec | 90°F / 32°C | 71°F / 21°C | 15 mm |
Monthly averages computed from Open-Meteo historical weather data (2016–2025, ERA5 reanalysis) for a ~1° grid cell near the mission city. Approximate; local altitude and coast effects vary.
Language
What you’ll speak
French
French spelling has many silent final letters. Nasal vowels (on, an, in) are key. Always greet with "Bonjour" before asking anything, and use "vous" (formal you) with adults.
Assignments can include other languages; your call letter states your language.
Nearby temples
Closest temples & distances
- Abidjan Ivory Coast Temple — Operating (25 May 2025) · about 199 mi (320 km) from Daloa
- Monrovia Liberia Temple — Announced (3 October 2021) · about 301 mi (484 km) from Daloa
- Kumasi Ghana Temple — Under construction (18 October 2025) · about 332 mi (534 km) from Daloa
The Church in Côte d'Ivoire
Members & congregations
- Church Membership
- 17,887,212
- Published Languages
- 188
- Congregations
- 32,046
- Full-Time Teaching Missionaries
- 78,596
- Senior Service Missionaries
- 31,613
- Young Service Missionaries
- 4,518
- Temples
- 383
- Countries Receiving Humanitarian Aid (Since 1985)
- 175
- Universities & Colleges
- 4
- Youth Students Enrollment
- 465,995
- Adult Students Enrollment
- 456,701
- FamilySearch Centers
- 6,463
- Countries with FamilySearch Centers
- 155
Practical
Time zone, currency, calling code
- Time zone
- Africa/Abidjan
- Currency
- XOF
- Country code
- +225
- U.S. travel advisory
- Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution as of 2026-10-08
- Organized
- 1 July 2026
Culture & food
Customs & local food
- Formal greetings in French are expected.
- Use your right hand.
Foods: Attiéké with fish, Alloco, Foutou with sauce
Common questions
Quick answers
Who is the mission president of the Côte d'Ivoire Daloa Mission?
The mission leaders are Benjamin W. and Emily LeSueur, who began serving around July 2026, as announced by the Church Newsroom. Mission leaders usually serve about three years, so new leaders are expected around July 2029.
What is the Côte d'Ivoire Daloa Mission office address?
An unofficial directory lists the office at Daloa, District du Sassandra-Marahoue, Côte d'Ivoire. Offices move, so confirm the current mailing address in your call packet or with the mission office before sending anything.
How do I send a package to a missionary in the Côte d'Ivoire Daloa Mission?
Import duties and customs delays are common here. Many parents send small padded envelopes or use the pouch/letter options from the call packet; declare low values honestly and avoid sending valuables. Confirm the current address with the mission office first.
What language do missionaries speak in the Côte d'Ivoire Daloa Mission?
Most missionaries here serve in French. Your call letter states the language you will teach in.
What is the weather like in the Côte d'Ivoire Daloa Mission?
Near Daloa, the warmest month is usually February (average high about 95°F / 35°C) and the coolest is January (average low about 70°F / 21°C), with roughly 1,296 mm of rain a year. The wettest months are June, September and October. Use the packing list from your call packet as the final word.
What temples are near the Côte d'Ivoire Daloa Mission?
Operating temples nearby include Abidjan Ivory Coast Temple (about 320 km).
When was the Côte d'Ivoire Daloa Mission organized?
The mission was organized on 1 July 2026.
Other missions in Côte d'Ivoire
Other missions nearby
Next steps
Official: Missionary Portal · Missionary resources