Daytime highs, nighttime lows and the warmest cities across Benin this May.
Benin, experiences maximum daytime temperatures in May ranging from 30°C (86°F) in Cotonou to 37°C (99°F) in Kandi. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 26°C (79°F) in Kandi and 26°C (79°F) in Cotonou.
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Average daytime highs in Benin during May reach about 30°C (86°F) in Cotonou.
Nighttime temperatures in Cotonou typically drop to around 26°C (79°F) in May.
According to our recent database analysis, Kandi is the warmest city. It experiences an average maximum daytime temperature of approximately 37°C (99°F) and rarely drops below 26°C (79°F) during the night.
According to our data, Cotonou holds the title for the coldest city in Benin in May. It experiences maximum temperatures of approximately 30°C (86°F) and drops to lows of about 26°C (79°F) during the night.
Cotonou enjoys close to 214 hours of sunlight. This not only brightens the days but also uplifts the atmosphere during the month.
The water temperature averages approximately 29°C (84°F) in Cotonou this month, warm, bath-like water that stays very comfortable for a long swim.
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