Benin weather in November
Planning a journey to Benin this November 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 November?
November in Benin generally has very warm temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from almost none to moderate.
The average maximum temperatures are very warm and range from 30°C in Cotonou to 37°C in Kandi. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 22°C in Kandi and 26°C in Cotonou. The temperatures mentioned for daytime and nighttime are general averages. However there can be days that surpass these temperatures. So equip yourself with clothing that can handle the potential heat.
In November, precipitation varies across different areas. From almost no rainfall in Kandi with an average of 0.7 mm to moderate rainfall in Abomey-Calavi with 81 mm. Meanwhile, Cotonou enjoys approximately 245 hours of sunshine, offering a mostly sunny climate that adds a pleasant and vibrant feel to the month.
For a closer look at November's conditions in Benin, see the map below. For a more detailed look at Benin's yearly weather, check out our Benin climate page.
Where to go in Benin in November
Popular destinations
What is the weather like in November for the 5 most popular destinations in Benin?
Cotonou
In November Cotonou generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.
Ouidah
In November Ouidah generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.
Cococodji
In November Cococodji generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.
Dassa-Zoumé
In November Dassa-Zoumé generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 35°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 23°C and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.
Abomey-Calavi
In November Abomey-Calavi generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.
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Is November the best time to visit Benin?
In our opinion, November is a good time to visit Benin with overall pleasant weather in Cotonou.
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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