Ouidah Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit

The climate in Ouidah remains fairly constant, offering very warm temperatures throughout the year. Average maximum daytime temperatures range from a very warm 32°C (90°F) in March, the warmest time of the year, to a comfortable 28°C (82°F) during cooler months like August.

At night, you can expect temperatures ranging from 27°C (81°F) in March to around 24°C (75°F) during August.

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Temperature ranges by month

Ouidah is known for its substantial rainfall, with annual precipitation reaching 1289 mm (51 in). Significant seasonal changes in precipitation occur throughout the year. In the wettest month, June it receives heavy rainfall, averaging 241 mm (9.5 in) of precipitation, recorded across 17 rainy days. In contrast, the driest month January brings less rainfall, with 28 mm (1.1 in) over a single rainy day. For more details, please visit our Ouidah Precipitation page.

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

The average number of days each month with precipitation

Seasonal changes in sunshine hours are quite dramatic in Ouidah. While November receives considerable daily sunshine with up to 8.2 hours, July marks the darkest time of the year, where sunshine is scarce with only 4.5 hours of sunlight per day.

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Monthly hours of sunshine

Daily hours of sunshine

The city experiences its highest humidity in June, reaching 88%. In March, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 80%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.

Relative humidity over the year