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Cotonou weather in April (Benin)

What does the weather outlook for Cotonou look like in April? Want to know if it's a good time to visit? This page has all the weather details for the month.

Temperatures

Typically, April in Cotonou includes very high temperatures and moderate rainfall. Anticipate daytime highs near 31°C, and cooler nights with temperatures around 27°C. Average temperatures can be deceiving; some days will be hotter. Wear breathable fabrics and drink plenty of water to stay cool.

Precipitation

Cotonou in April usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 93 mm for the month. Delving into the climate records from the past 30 years, one can predict that nearly 10 days of the month will see rainfall.

Average sunshine

The city usually sees around 219 hours of sunlight, indicating many sunny days.

Should you favor a climate that's both dry and comfortably warm January and August typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, June tends to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Cotonou climate page with graphs.

 

Cotonou, monthly averages in April

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 27°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 31°C  
Water TemperatureWater Temperature 29°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 33%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 93 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 10 days  
HumidityHumidity 81%  
WindspeedWindspeed 18 km/h  
SunshineSunshine 219 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine  

Where to go in Benin in April

Find out more about the weather in Benin and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

It's going to be warm! Consider airy clothing, t-shirts, and other summer clothes. Shorts for men made of cotton or linen are good options for staying cool. However, there's a good chance of rain, so bring a raincoat just in case. With a water temperature of around 29°C this is a great month to swim so bring your swimwear.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming
9/10
Cycling
7/10
Walking
7/10
Camping
7/10
Outdoor sports
7/10

Interested in more climate information?

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