Benin City Temperatures: Monthly Averages and Year-Round Insights
On this page, we’ll explore Benin City’s temperature statistics in detail, including day and night variations and monthly averages. We’ll also compare the annual temperature to other cities in Nigeria.
Monthly Temperature Averages
The temperature in Benin City changes very little across the seasons, maintaining a similar climate throughout the year. On average, maximum daytime temperatures range from a very warm 34°C in February to a warm 29°C in August. Nighttime temperatures can drop, with averages reaching 22°C in August.
The chart below illustrates the average maximum day and minimum night temperatures in Benin City by month:
The minimum temperature is often recorded between 4 AM and 6 AM, while the highest temperature is usually reached at 3 PM. During this time the sun's heating effect is the strongest.
The chart below shows the average temperature throughout the year:
August, the city’s coldest month, receives about 284 mm of rainfall spread over roughly 16 days. For more information, please visit our Benin City Precipitation page.
Annual Temperatures in Nigeria Compared
The map below shows the annual temperature across Nigeria. You can also select the different months in case you are interested in a specific month.
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Benin City Temperatures Compared World Wide
Benin City’s average annual maximum temperature is 32°C. Let’s compare this with some popular tourist destinations:
The city of Rome, Italy, has an average annual temperature of 20°C, known for its sunny summers and comfortable winters.
Meanwhile, Queenstown, New Zealand, the average annual temperature is significantly lower at 10°C, with mild summers and cold winters.
In Shanghai, China, the annual average temperature is 21°C, offering warm summers and mild winters.
Adelaide, Australia, enjoys warm summers and mild winters, with an average annual temperature of 21°C.
How are these Temperatures Measured?
Generally, temperature data depicting climate is usually given over a 30-year average in order to reduce short-term fluctuations and reveal better long-term trends in climate conditions.
This temperature data is taken from land-based thermometers, ocean buoys, ships, and satellites. These measurements are transmitted to weather stations and climate centers around the globe where they are processed, averaged, and analyzed in order to monitor the trends and create climate models.
Temperatures in the Mountains
Although not all regions have mountains, elevated areas exhibit distinct temperature variations.
- Sun Exposure: Sunlit slopes tend to be warmer, while shaded areas remain cooler.
- Altitude Effects: Temperatures drop by approximately 6°C for every 1,000 meters of elevation, creating distinct microclimates.
For more detailed information about Benin City’s weather, including monthly rainfall, sunshine hours, and humidity levels, visit our Benin City climate page.
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