Average Monthly Sunshine in Cotonou

The graphs on this page shows the average number of hours per month and per day that Cotonou receives direct sunlight. The numbers are calculated over a 30-year period to provide a reliable average.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Seasonal sunshine in Cotonou varies. It peaks at 245 hours in November and drops to 136 hours in July. The total annual amount of sun is 2349 hours.

Daily hours of sunshine

In Cotonou, summer days are longer and more sunny, with daily sunshine hours peaking at 8.2 hours in November. As the darker season arrives, the brightness of the sun becomes less. July sees a soft sun for only 4.5 hours per day.

Cotonou’s total hours of sunshine compared to other major cities

Cotonou enjoys an average of 2349 hours of sunshine annually. Let’s compare this with some popular tourist destinations:

The city of Rome, Italy, experiences 2470 hours of sunshine annually, adding to its charm as a year-round tourist destination.

In contrast, Juneau, Alaska, receives only about 1523 hours of sunshine per year and is known for its very short days in winter and frequently overcast conditions.

In Seoul, South Korea, there are approximately 2133 hours of sunshine per year, mostly during spring and autumn.

Adelaide, Australia, enjoys 2770 hours of sunshine annually, with long, sunny summers.

Other climate information

June, Cotonou’s wettest month, receives 65 mm of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 29°C. During the driest month January you can expect a temperature of 30°C.

For more detailed insights into the city’s temperatures, check out our Temperature page. To explore more about precipitation patterns, visit our Cotonou Precipitation page.