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Benin Weather in December

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Benin in December.

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Cotonou Ouidah Dassa-Zoumé Allada

Are you planning a trip a to Benin in December and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.

What to Expect in Benin in December

December in Benin generally has temperatures that range from very warm to very hot, with precipitation levels ranging from almost none to moderate.

Temperatures

The average maximum daytime temperatures vary from very warm in Cotonou at 30°C (86°F) to very hot in Dassa-Zoumé at 35°C (95°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 23°C (73°F) in Dassa-Zoumé and 26°C (79°F) in Cotonou. The temperatures mentioned for both day and night are typical averages. However some days might get even hotter. It's best to stay prepared by wearing cloths suitable for the warmth.

For a closer look at conditions across Benin, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

In December, precipitation varies across different areas. From almost no rainfall in Kandi with an average of 0 mm (0 in) to moderate rainfall in Grand-Popo with 51 mm (2 in).

Average sunshine

December brings good sunshine to many areas. Cotonou sees around 221 hours of sunlight, great for visitors looking for bright days.

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Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Benin - and find the best time to visit. (based on Cotonou)

January30°C (86°F) February31°C (88°F) March31°C (88°F) April31°C (88°F) May30°C (86°F) June29°C (84°F) This monthJuly28°C (82°F) August27°C (81°F) September28°C (82°F) October29°C (84°F) November30°C (86°F) December30°C (86°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Benin in December

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Benin.

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in Benin

What is the weather like in December for some of the most popular destinations in Benin?

Temperature range in Benin (December)

Precipitation variation in Benin (December)

Cotonou

In December Cotonou generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C (79°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are very good that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly sun hours
245 hours
221 hours
214 hours
Monthly rainfall
71 mm (2.8 in)
38 mm (1.5 in)
29 mm (1.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
5 days
2 days
a single day
Weather conditions
very good
very good
excellent
Climate in Cotonou →

Ouidah

In December Ouidah generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 32°C (90°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C (79°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are very good that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
31°C (88°F)
32°C (90°F)
32°C (90°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly sun hours
245 hours
221 hours
214 hours
Monthly rainfall
81 mm (3.2 in)
40 mm (1.6 in)
28 mm (1.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
5 days
2 days
a single day
Weather conditions
very good
very good
excellent
Climate in Ouidah →

Cococodji

In December Cococodji generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C (88°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C (79°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are very good that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
31°C (88°F)
31°C (88°F)
31°C (88°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly sun hours
245 hours
221 hours
214 hours
Monthly rainfall
75 mm (3 in)
38 mm (1.5 in)
28 mm (1.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
5 days
2 days
a single day
Weather conditions
very good
very good
excellent
Climate in Cococodji →

Dassa-Zoumé

In December Dassa-Zoumé generally has extremely high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 35°C (95°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 23°C (73°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are good that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
35°C (95°F)
35°C (95°F)
35°C (95°F)
Min temperature
23°C (73°F)
23°C (73°F)
22°C (72°F)
Monthly sun hours
219 hours
220 hours
220 hours
Monthly rainfall
20 mm (0.8 in)
6.5 mm (0.3 in)
6.7 mm (0.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
2 days
a single day
a single day
Weather conditions
good
good
good
Climate in Dassa-Zoumé →

Abomey-Calavi

In December Abomey-Calavi generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C (88°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C (79°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are very good that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
31°C (88°F)
31°C (88°F)
31°C (88°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly sun hours
245 hours
221 hours
214 hours
Monthly rainfall
81 mm (3.2 in)
41 mm (1.6 in)
31 mm (1.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
5 days
2 days
a single day
Weather conditions
very good
very good
very good
Climate in Abomey-Calavi →

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In our records: Benin December extremes

Notable December records observed across cities in Benin in our climate database (1976 – 2026). Historic readings can vary in quality, so treat these as illustrative.

  • Based on our data, the coldest December night in Benin dropped to 12°C (54°F) in Kandi on December 18, 2013.
  • In our records, the coldest December daytime high in Benin was 19°C (66°F) in Kandi on December 2, 2004.

Popular cities in December

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Benin in December.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Cotonou 30°C (86°F) 26°C (79°F) 38 mm (1.5 in)
Ouidah 32°C (90°F) 26°C (79°F) 40 mm (1.6 in)
Dassa-Zoumé 35°C (95°F) 23°C (73°F) 6.5 mm (0.3 in)
Allada 33°C (91°F) 25°C (77°F) 37 mm (1.5 in)
Porto-Novo 31°C (88°F) 25°C (77°F) 45 mm (1.8 in)
Kandi 35°C (95°F) 20°C (68°F) 0 mm (0 in)

Benin weather in December: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Benin in December?

Benin typically experiences good weather in December, part of the season. Daytime highs in Cotonou average around 30°C (86°F), and temperatures drop to about 26°C (79°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in Benin in December?

Daytime temperatures in Cotonou peak at roughly 30°C (86°F) in December, dropping to about 26°C (79°F) overnight.

Does Benin get a lot of rain in December?

Rain is generally moderate to light in Benin during December, with Cotonou averaging close to 38 mm (1.5 in).

Is December a Good Time to Visit Benin?

In our opinion, December is a good time to visit Benin with overall very good weather in Cotonou.

Generally speaking, August provides excellent weather in Cotonou. On the other hand, the weather in May and June tend to be mixed.

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