Cotonou weather in June (Benin)

How's the weather trend in Cotonou as June approaches? Here’s a detailed forecast of the month’s weather patterns.

Temperatures

The typical weather for June in Cotonou includes high temperatures and heavy rainfall. During the day, temperatures can climb to about 29°C. At night, they may fall to a cooler 25°C.

Precipitation

Cotonou in June usually receives heavy rainfall, averaging around 259 mm for the month. Expect frequent, heavy rain this month, marking the peak rainfall period. A poncho will help protect you from getting soaked. Expect around 18 days of rain based on historical data.

Average sunshine

With about 140 hours of sunshine, the area enjoys a nice balance of sun and clouds, creating a pleasant environment.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, June may not be the ideal month to visit Cotonou. 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 June

Min Temperature 25°C  

Max Temperature 29°C  

Water Temperature 27°C  

Chance of Rain 59%  

Precipitation 259 mm  

Rainy days 18 days  

Humidity 88%  

Windspeed 14 km/h  

Sunshine 140 hours  

Percentage Sunshine  

Where to go in Benin in June

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

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

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 27°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

7/10

Outdoor sports

7/10

Interested in more climate information?

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