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Benin City Climate by Month

The weather in Benin City is characterized by a steady average temperature throughout the year. It also experiences much rainfall throughout the year. Now, let’s explore all the climate details to give you a full picture.

Average day and night temperature

With minimal seasonal shifts, Benin City experiences a constant climate year-round. Average daytime temperatures reach a very warm 34°C in February. In August, the coolest month of the year, temperatures drop to a comfortable 29°C. At night, expect cooler temperatures, averaging 22°C during this month.

The mean minimum and maximum temperatures throughout the year

Precipitation and rainy days

Benin City has a notably wet climate with abundant precipitation, recording 2477 mm of rainfall per year. Benin City can be quite wet during September, receiving approximately 339 mm of precipitation over 18 rainy days. In contrast December, experiences much drier conditions, with 38 mm of rainfall, spread across 2 rainy days.

The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail and snow

The best time of year to visit Benin City in Nigeria

Benin City has high temperatures year round ranging between 28°C and 34°C.
The best time to visit is during the drier months: January and December.

Other facts from our historical weather data:
  • Which is the hottest month in Benin City?
    February has an average maximum temperature of 34°C and is the hottest month of the year.
  • Which is the coolest month in Benin City?
    The coolest month is August with an average maximum temperature of 29°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in Benin City?
    September tops the wettest month list with 339 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in Benin City?
    December is the driest month with 38 mm of precipitation.

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    Forecast for Benin City

    Thu   Nov 21
    35°C | 25°C
    S 11 km/h
    partly cloudy and no rain

    partly cloudy and no rain

    Fri   Nov 22
    34°C | 25°C
    SW 7 km/h
    0.9 mm
    broken clouds and  chance of slight rain

    broken clouds and chance of slight rain

    Sat   Nov 23
    35°C | 24°C
    SW 7 km/h
    1.1 mm
    partly cloudy and small chance of rain

    partly cloudy and small chance of rain