Ouidah weather in August (Benin)

What's the typical weather in Ouidah for August? Our guide gives you the essential weather details for this month.

Temperatures

The weather in Ouidah during August is typically perfect, with high temperatures and moderate rainfall. In the daytime, temperatures tend to hover near 28°C, cooling down at night to around 24°C. This month is known for milder temperatures, yet warmth continues to be a defining feature.

Precipitation

Ouidah in August usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 94 mm for the month. Typically around 9 days days of rainfall are expected.

Average sunshine

The city usually sees around 152 hours of sunlight, indicating a moderately sunny period.

So this is a great month to visit if you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures. January and August typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, June tends to have less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Ouidah climate page with graphs.

 

Ouidah, monthly averages in August

Min Temperature 24°C  

Max Temperature 28°C  

Chance of Rain 29%  

Precipitation 94 mm  

Rainy days 9 days  

Humidity 85% *  

Sunshine 152 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

Data from: Cotonou, Benin (33 KM, 20 Miles).

Where to go in Benin in August

Find out more about the weather in Benin and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

Weather conditions Weather

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

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

So, what should you wear in this month?

It's going to be warm! Consider airy clothing, t-shirts, and other summer clothes. Shorts for men made of cotton or linen are good options for staying cool. However, there's a good chance of rain, so bring a raincoat just in case.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming

7/10

Cycling

7/10

Walking

7/10

Camping

8/10

Outdoor sports

7/10

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