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Cotonou weather in July (Benin)

What's the typical weather in Cotonou for July? Wondering about the weather this month? Our guide has all the details you need.

Temperatures

In July, Cotonou usually has high temperatures and high rainfall. The temperature during the day can rise to approximately 28°C. At night, it falls to around 24°C.

Precipitation

Cotonou in July usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 139 mm for the month. You can typically expect 12 days days of rain this month, based on climate records.

Average sunshine

The area enjoys a moderate level of sunlight, with around 136 hours. It's a good balance between sunny and cloudy days.

In case you lean more towards enjoying temperate temperatures and rain-free days January and August typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, June tends to have less optimal conditions.

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

 

Cotonou, monthly averages in July

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 24°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 28°C  
Water TemperatureWater Temperature 26°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 38%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 139 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 12 days  
HumidityHumidity 86%  
WindspeedWindspeed 22 km/h  
SunshineSunshine 136 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine  

Where to go in Benin in July

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 26°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
7/10
Cycling
7/10
Walking
7/10
Camping
6/10
Outdoor sports
7/10

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