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Benin Weather in October

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Benin in October.

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Cotonou Ouidah Dassa-Zoumé Allada

Planning a journey to Benin this October and curious over the weather conditions to await? Your essential details are found on this page, answering your query:

What to Expect in Benin in October

October in Benin generally has temperatures that range from warm to very warm, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to heavy.

Temperatures

During the day temperatures vary from warm in Cotonou at 29°C (84°F) to very warm in Kandi at 34°C (93°F). At night it cools down to 23°C (73°F) in Kandi and 25°C (77°F) in Cotonou. The temperatures cited for both day and night represent usual averages, but it's possible some days could be hotter. It's advisable to dress accordingly to handle the heat.

For specific regional insights in Benin, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In October, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Kandi with an average of 45 mm (1.8 in) to heavy rainfall in Allada with 177 mm (7 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine is generally plentiful throughout many areas. Cotonou enjoys about 208 hours of sunlight, ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

Explore Benin by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Benin — and find the best time to visit. (based on Cotonou)

January30°C (86°F) February31°C (88°F) March31°C (88°F) April31°C (88°F) May30°C (86°F) June29°C (84°F) This monthJuly28°C (82°F) August27°C (81°F) September28°C (82°F) October29°C (84°F) November30°C (86°F) December30°C (86°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Benin in October

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Benin.

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in Benin

What is the weather like in October for some of the most popular destinations in Benin?

Temperature range in Benin (October)

Precipitation variation in Benin (October)

Cotonou

In October Cotonou generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
29°C (84°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
25°C (77°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly sun hours
165 hours
208 hours
245 hours
Monthly rainfall
134 mm (5.3 in)
139 mm (5.5 in)
71 mm (2.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
11 days
5 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
pleasant
pleasant
Climate in Cotonou →

Ouidah

In October Ouidah generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
30°C (86°F)
31°C (88°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
25°C (77°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly sun hours
165 hours
208 hours
245 hours
Monthly rainfall
147 mm (5.8 in)
157 mm (6.2 in)
81 mm (3.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
11 days
5 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
tolerable
pleasant
Climate in Ouidah →

Cococodji

In October Cococodji generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
29°C (84°F)
31°C (88°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
25°C (77°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly sun hours
165 hours
208 hours
245 hours
Monthly rainfall
138 mm (5.4 in)
143 mm (5.6 in)
75 mm (3 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
11 days
5 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
pleasant
pleasant
Climate in Cococodji →

Dassa-Zoumé

In October Dassa-Zoumé generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 33°C (91°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 23°C (73°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
31°C (88°F)
33°C (91°F)
35°C (95°F)
Min temperature
23°C (73°F)
23°C (73°F)
23°C (73°F)
Monthly sun hours
120 hours
177 hours
219 hours
Monthly rainfall
197 mm (7.8 in)
104 mm (4.1 in)
20 mm (0.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
12 days
2 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
tolerable
tolerable
Climate in Dassa-Zoumé →

Abomey-Calavi

In October Abomey-Calavi generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
30°C (86°F)
31°C (88°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
25°C (77°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly sun hours
165 hours
208 hours
245 hours
Monthly rainfall
151 mm (5.9 in)
157 mm (6.2 in)
81 mm (3.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
11 days
5 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
tolerable
pleasant
Climate in Abomey-Calavi →

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In our records: Benin October extremes

Notable October records observed across cities in Benin in our climate database (1976 – 2026). Historic readings can vary in quality, so treat these as illustrative.

  • From our sources, the wettest October day in Benin brought 304 mm (12 in) in Grand-Popo on October 4, 1990.

Popular cities in October

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Benin in October.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Cotonou 29°C (84°F) 25°C (77°F) 139 mm (5.5 in)
Ouidah 30°C (86°F) 25°C (77°F) 157 mm (6.2 in)
Dassa-Zoumé 33°C (91°F) 23°C (73°F) 104 mm (4.1 in)
Allada 31°C (88°F) 24°C (75°F) 177 mm (7 in)
Porto-Novo 30°C (86°F) 25°C (77°F) 173 mm (6.8 in)
Kandi 34°C (93°F) 23°C (73°F) 45 mm (1.8 in)

Benin weather in October: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Benin in October?

October in Benin brings pleasant weather. In Cotonou, daytime temperatures are typically around 29°C (84°F) and nighttime lows hover near 25°C (77°F).

What is the average temperature in Benin in October?

Daytime temperatures in Cotonou peak at roughly 29°C (84°F) in October, dropping to about 25°C (77°F) overnight.

Does Benin get a lot of rain in October?

Benin sees substantial rainfall in October. Cotonou typically averages about 139 mm (5.5 in), a mix of wet and dry days, but bring an umbrella.

Is October a Good Time to Visit Benin?

Given the typically pleasant weather conditions in Cotonou, October might be a good time to visit Benin.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in August offering mostly perfect weather in Cotonou. On the other hand, the months of May and June tend to have unpleasant weather conditions.

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