Porto-Novo Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit
Porto-Novo, Benin, enjoys a steady climate throughout the year, with daytime temperatures typically around 30°C (86°F). March is the warmest month at 32°C (90°F), while August is the coolest at 28°C (82°F).
With around 1505 mm (59 in) of annual rainfall, Porto-Novo has a notably wet climate. The wettest month is June. The most sunshine falls in November, with an average of 8.2 hours of daily sunshine.
Monthly Temperature in Porto-Novo
The temperature in Porto-Novo remains steady throughout the year, providing a consistently very warm climate. Average daytime temperatures reach a very warm 32°C (90°F) in March. In August, the coolest month of the year, temperatures drop to a comfortable 28°C (82°F).
At night, temperatures range from around 26°C (79°F) in March to 24°C (75°F) in August.Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.
Temperature ranges by month
Rainfall in Porto-Novo
Porto-Novo has a relatively rainy climate with high precipitation levels, averaging 1505 mm (59 in) of rainfall annually. Porto-Novo can be quite wet during June, receiving approximately 264 mm (10 in) of precipitation over 17 rainy days.
In contrast, during the driest month (January), you will experience much drier conditions, with 37 mm (1.5 in) of precipitation spread across a single rainy day days. For more details, please visit our Porto-Novo Precipitation page.The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail, and snow
The average number of days each month with precipitation
Sunshine Hours in Porto-Novo
Porto-Novo can be enjoyed more throughout the sunniest month of November under a blue sky, with approximately 8.2 hours of sunshine daily. In contrast, the city experiences much darker days in July, with only 4.5 hours of sunlight per day.
Visit our detailed sunshine hours page for more information.
Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
Humidity in Porto-Novo by Month
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
Porto-Novo 3-Day Forecast
Check the conditions for any month of the year.
Best Time to Visit Porto-Novo
Porto-Novo has warm weather with temperatures ranging from 28°C (82°F) to 32°C (90°F) throughout the year. The best time to visit is during January, February and December, when rainfall is at its lowest, making it a great time for sightseeing and exploring all the place has to offer.For a more comfortable experience, start your day early when the weather is cooler, or take advantage of the gentle breezes in the late afternoon.
The rainy season occurs during May, June, July, September and October, when the area experiences its heaviest rainfall. Wondering where to travel based on your weather preferences? Our recommendation tool helps you find destinations with your ideal climate conditions. Use our weather planner to find your perfect destination.
