Best Time to Visit Cotonou
Best time: Jan, Dec, Aug, Nov.
Mar is warmest (32.9°C high); Jun is rainiest (278 mm).
Cotonou weather by month
| Month | High °C | Low °C | Rain mm | Sun hrs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 31.8 | 23.8 | 14 | 7.6 |
| Feb | 32.7 | 24.8 | 34 | 8.3 |
| Mar | 32.9 | 25.3 | 79 | 8.7 |
| Apr | 32.6 | 25 | 121 | 8.6 |
| May | 31.7 | 24.5 | 192 | 8.2 |
| Jun | 30.1 | 23.5 | 278 | 6.8 |
| Jul | 28.7 | 23.1 | 121 | 6.5 |
| Aug | 28.3 | 22.8 | 54 | 6.6 |
| Sep | 29.3 | 23 | 122 | 6.7 |
| Oct | 30.6 | 23.4 | 142 | 7.8 |
| Nov | 32 | 24.2 | 42 | 8.1 |
| Dec | 31.8 | 23.7 | 17 | 7.4 |
Average high temperature
Best months by activity
Overall: JanDecAugNov
Beaches: JanDecFebNov
Hiking: JanDecFeb
Sightseeing: JanDecAugNov
Cotonou quick facts
What to pack
Hot months (Feb, Mar, Apr, May, Nov): light clothes, sunscreen, hat.
Wet months (Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Sep, Oct): raincoat and umbrella.
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Cotonou?
Jan, Dec, Aug, Nov.
What is the rainiest month?
Jun, about 278 mm.
What is the warmest month?
Mar, with average highs of 32.9°C.
Where to stay
See Cotonou hotels · Book Cotonou tours & activities
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Climate data: Open-Meteo Historical (ERA5), 1991–2020 climate normals.
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