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Temperature in Benin in December

December in Benin has maximum daytime temperatures ranging from very high in Cotonou with 30°C to extremely high temperatures in Dassa-Zoumé with 35°C. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 23°C in Dassa-Zoumé and 26°C in Cotonou.

What is the temperature of the different cities in Benin in December?

To get a sense of December's typical temperatures in the key spots of Benin, explore the map below. Click on a point for an in-depth look.

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Very warm means maximum temperatures above 30°C. Warm: 22°C to 30°C. Pleasant: 18°C to 22°C Moderate: 12°C to 18°C. Cold: 2°C to 12°C. Very cold: lower than 2°C

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  • What is the warmest city in December in Benin?
  • From a thorough analysis of our records, Dassa-Zoumé clearly dominates in terms of high temperatures. The city witnesses daytime temperatures hovering around 35°C, and evenings that remain near 23°C.

  • What is the coldest city in December in Benin?
  • When looking through our records, we find that Cotonou stands out as the coolest city in Benin for the month of December. Daytime highs average 30°C and it cools down to about 26°C at night.

  • How much sun does Benin get in December?
  • The city Cotonou usually sees around 221 hours of sunlight, indicating many sunny days.

  • What is the water's temperature in December?
  • The water temperature averages approximately 28°C in Cotonou this month, an ideal temperature for swimming and cooling off.

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