Benin weather in March
Planning a getaway to Benin this March 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 March?
Benin offers a broad spectrum of weather patterns. In March, one might encounter very warm temperatures, and precipitation levels ranging from low to moderate.
The average maximum temperatures are very warm and range from 31°C in Cotonou to 40°C in Kandi. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 26°C in Kandi and 27°C in Cotonou. On average, March is the warmest month of the year in Benin. So be prepared and pack summer clothes.
In March, precipitation varies across different areas. From low rainfall in Kandi with an average of 5 mm to moderate rainfall in Abomey-Calavi with 74 mm. The days are mostly sunny, with an average total of around 223 hours of sunshine in Cotonou. The sunlight during this month doesn't just make the days brighter, it also seems to make everyone a bit more cheerful.
For specific regional insights in Benin for March, refer to the map provided below. For an in-depth overview of the yearly weather conditions, do visit our Benin climate page.
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What is the weather like in March for the 5 most popular destinations in Benin?
Average weather in Cotonou
In March 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.
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Average weather in Ouidah
In March Ouidah generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 32°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 27°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.
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Average weather in Cococodji
In March Cococodji 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.
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Average weather in Dassa-Zoumé
In March Dassa-Zoumé generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 37°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Average weather in Abomey-Calavi
In March Abomey-Calavi generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 32°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 27°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.
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Is March the best time to visit Benin?
In our opinion, March is a good time to visit Benin with overall pleasant weather in Cotonou.
Generally speaking, January and August provide perfect weather in Cotonou. On the other hand, the weather in June tends to be unpleasant.
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