January in Benin City sees daytime temperatures around 34°C (93°F) and lows of 23°C (73°F) at night. Pack a rain jacket because some rainfall is likely.
January in Benin City can still be great, but if you prefer pleasant temperatures along with dry and sunny conditions, our weather planner can help you explore other options in the world.
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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).
Hot weather in January means keeping cool is the priority. Loose-fitting clothes in natural fabrics work best. Pack plenty of shorts, tank tops, and breathable shirts. Don't forget a hat, swimwear, and comfortable sandals. Rain gear is recommended, you can expect wet weather on multiple days.
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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Where to go in January - average daytime high across popular destinations.
Jabi
35°C (95°F) Ibadan
34°C (93°F) Abuja35°C (95°F) Ikeja
32°C (90°F) Agboju31°C (88°F) Moba31°C (88°F) Lagos31°C (88°F) Lekki31°C (88°F) Need travel inspiration? Check out our bucket list articles and be inspired.
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