Weather in February in Benin
Planning a getaway to Benin this February and curious about the weather you should prepare for? Discover all the vital details you need on this page, solving your puzzle:
What is the weather like in Benin in February?
February in Benin generally has temperatures that range from very warm to very hot, with precipitation levels ranging from almost none to moderate.
Temperatures
During the day the temperature is very warm in Cotonou at 31°C and very hot in Kandi at 38°C. As night falls, temperatures generally drop to 23°C in Kandi and 27°C in Cotonou. While the given temperatures for day and night are typical, there may be days that feel warmer. Make sure you're dressed in a way that keeps you cool and comfortable.
Precipitation
In February, precipitation varies across different areas. From almost no rainfall in Kandi with an average of 1.5 mm to moderate rainfall in Abomey-Calavi with 48 mm.Average sunshine
The city Cotonou usually sees around 212 hours of sunlight, indicating many sunny days.To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Benin in February, check out the map below. For more details on the yearly weather, visit our Benin climate page.
Where to go in Benin in February
Popular destinations
What is the weather like in February for the 5 most popular destinations in Benin?
Cotonou
In February Cotonou generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 27°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.
Ouidah
In February Ouidah generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 32°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.
Cococodji
In February Cococodji generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.
Dassa-Zoumé
In February Dassa-Zoumé generally has extremely high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 37°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.
Abomey-Calavi
In February Abomey-Calavi generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 32°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.
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Is February the best time to visit Benin?
Given the typically pleasant weather conditions in Cotonou, February might be a good time to visit Benin.
Generally speaking, January and August provide perfect weather in Cotonou. The weather in June, on the other hand, tends to be unpleasant.
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