Weather in March in Benin
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 temperatures that range from very warm to very hot, and precipitation levels ranging from low to moderate.
Temperatures
During the day temperatures vary from very warm in Cotonou at 31°C to very hot in Kandi at 40°C. At night it cools down to 26°C in Kandi and 27°C in Cotonou. In Benin, March typically stands out as the hottest month of the year. If you're planning a visit during this time, it would be wise to come prepared. Packing light and breathable summer cloths will ensure you stay comfortable throughout your stay.
Precipitation
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.Average sunshine
Meanwhile, Cotonou enjoys approximately 223 hours of sunshine, offering a mostly sunny climate that adds a pleasant and vibrant feel to the month.To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Benin in March, check out the map below. For more details on the yearly weather, visit our Benin climate page.
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What is the weather like in March for the 5 most popular destinations in Benin?
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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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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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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Dassa-Zoumé
In March Dassa-Zoumé generally has extremely 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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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 your destination not in the list? Have a look at other destinations in Benin.
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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