Cotonou weather in June (Benin)
How is the weather in Cotonou in June? This guide provides all the details you need.
In June, Cotonou generally has high temperatures and heavy rainfall. Daytime temperatures hover around 29°C, while nights can cool down to about 25°C.
Cotonou in June usually receives heavy rainfall, averaging around 259 mm for the month. It records the year's peak rainfall, often coming down quite heavily. We recommend bringing a poncho, which will keep you dry. Typically around 18 days of rainfall is expected.
The city usually sees around 140 hours of sunlight, indicating a moderately sunny period.
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 in June and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor
So, what should you wear in Cotonou in June?
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 in June.
Interested in more climate information?
Weather and Climate provides you with all the information you need about the climate in Cotonou.
Our site offers climate and forecast data for every country in the world. Are you going to Benin? On this website you can find historical weather averages for many cities in Benin. Not sure yet where to go? We now have a tool which recommends destinations that suit your ideal climate conditions. Find out where to go with our weather planner.
