Weather in January in Benin
Considering a trip to Benin this January and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:
What is the weather like in Benin in January?
January 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 30°C and very hot in Save at 35°C. As night falls, temperatures generally drop to 22°C in Save and 26°C in Cotonou. The temperatures mentioned for daytime and nighttime are general averages. However there can be days that surpass these temperatures. So equip yourself with clothing that can handle the potential heat.
Precipitation
In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From almost no rainfall in Kandi with an average of 0.2 mm to moderate rainfall in Abomey-Calavi with 31 mm. Going by our weather data, this month in Cotonou usually has the least rain, making it the driest month of the year.Average sunshine
Meanwhile, Cotonou enjoys approximately 214 hours of sunshine, offering a mostly sunny climate that adds a pleasant and vibrant feel to the month.For a closer look at January's conditions in Benin, see the map below. For a more detailed look at Benin's yearly weather, check out our Benin climate page.
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What is the weather like in January for the 5 most popular destinations in Benin?
Cotonou
In January Cotonou generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.
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Ouidah
In January Ouidah generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 32°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.
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Cococodji
In January Cococodji generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.
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Dassa-Zoumé
In January Dassa-Zoumé generally has extremely high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 35°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 22°C and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.
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Abomey-Calavi
In January Abomey-Calavi generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.
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Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at other destinations in Benin.
Is January the best time to visit Benin?
We believe that January is one of the best times to visit Benin with overall perfect weather in Cotonou.
Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in January and August offering mostly perfect weather in Cotonou. On the other hand, the weather in June tends to be unpleasant.
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