Benin weather in September
Planning a journey to Benin this September and curious over the weather conditions to await? Your essential details are found on this page, answering your query:
What is the weather like in Benin in September?
September in Benin generally has temperatures that range from warm to very warm, with precipitation levels ranging from high to heavy.
Based on our climate data spanning from 1990-2020, the average maximum temperature is warm in Cotonou at 28°C to very warm in Kandi at 31°C. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 23°C in Kandi and 24°C in Cotonou.
In September, precipitation varies across different areas. From high rainfall in Cotonou with an average of 134 mm to heavy rainfall in Dassa-Zoumé with 197 mm. Cotonou enjoys a balanced 165 hours of sunlight. Ensuring it's neither too overcast nor too sunny.
For specific regional insights in Benin for September, 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 September for the 5 most popular destinations in Benin?
Average weather in Cotonou
In September Cotonou generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.
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Average weather in Ouidah
In September Ouidah generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.
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Average weather in Cococodji
In September Cococodji generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.
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Average weather in Dassa-Zoumé
In September Dassa-Zoumé generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 23°C and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.
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Average weather in Abomey-Calavi
In September Abomey-Calavi generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.
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Is September the best time to visit Benin?
Given the typically pleasant weather conditions in Cotonou, September might be a good time to visit Benin.
Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in January and August offering mostly perfect weather in Cotonou. In contrast, June tends to have unpleasant weather conditions.
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