Best Time to Visit Benin City
Best time: Jan, Dec, Nov, Feb.
Feb is warmest (33.7°C high); Sep is rainiest (335 mm).
Benin City weather by month
| Month | High °C | Low °C | Rain mm | Sun hrs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 32.4 | 21.2 | 13 | 7.3 |
| Feb | 33.7 | 22 | 47 | 7.7 |
| Mar | 33.7 | 22.9 | 103 | 7.9 |
| Apr | 32.8 | 23.2 | 165 | 7.8 |
| May | 31.6 | 22.4 | 212 | 7.5 |
| Jun | 30 | 22 | 256 | 6.6 |
| Jul | 28.4 | 21.5 | 312 | 5.6 |
| Aug | 28 | 21.4 | 251 | 5.5 |
| Sep | 29.1 | 21.7 | 335 | 6 |
| Oct | 30.4 | 21.8 | 231 | 6.8 |
| Nov | 32 | 21.9 | 60 | 7.5 |
| Dec | 32.8 | 21.2 | 22 | 7.4 |
Average high temperature
Best months by activity
Overall: JanDecNovFeb
Beaches: JanDecFebNov
Hiking: JanDec
Sightseeing: JanDecNovFeb
Benin City quick facts
What to pack
Hot months (Mar): light clothes, sunscreen, hat.
Wet months (Mar, Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct): raincoat and umbrella.
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Benin City?
Jan, Dec, Nov, Feb.
What is the rainiest month?
Sep, about 335 mm.
What is the warmest month?
Feb, with average highs of 33.7°C.
Where to stay
See Benin City hotels · Book Benin City tours & activities
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Climate data: Open-Meteo Historical (ERA5), 1991–2020 climate normals.
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