Benin weather in May
Planning a getaway to Benin this May and curious about the weather you should prepare for? Discover all the vital details you need on this page, solving your puzzle:
What is the weather like in Benin in May?
May in Benin generally has very warm temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to heavy.
The average maximum temperatures are very warm and range from 30°C in Cotonou to 37°C in Kandi. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 26°C in Kandi and 26°C 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.
In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Kandi with an average of 69 mm to heavy rainfall in Abomey-Calavi with 179 mm. Meanwhile, Cotonou enjoys approximately 214 hours of sunshine, offering a mostly sunny climate that adds a pleasant and vibrant feel to the month.
For a closer look at May's conditions in Benin, see the map below. For a more detailed look at Benin's yearly weather, check out our Benin climate page.
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What is the weather like in May for the 5 most popular destinations in Benin?
Cotonou
In May Cotonou generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.
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Ouidah
In May Ouidah generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.
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Cococodji
In May Cococodji generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.
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Dassa-Zoumé
In May Dassa-Zoumé generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 34°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.
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Abomey-Calavi
In May Abomey-Calavi generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.
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Is May the best time to visit Benin?
Given the typically tolerable weather conditions in Cotonou, May might be a good time to visit Benin.
Generally speaking, January and August provide perfect weather in Cotonou. On the other hand, the month of June tends to have unpleasant weather conditions.
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