Town in Atlantique, Benin
Ouidah weather by month and the best time to visit
When to go to Ouidah
Nov–Mar is driest. Vodun Day on 10 January draws large crowds, so book ahead. Heavy rain Apr–July.
Ouidah weather by month
Average daily high, rainfall and conditions.
- Jan31°16 mm
- Feb32°32 mm
- Mar31°83 mm
- Apr30°112 mm
- May30°159 mm
- Jun28°185 mm
- Jul27°143 mm
- Aug27°84 mm
- Sep28°161 mm
- Oct28°143 mm
- Nov30°39 mm
- Dec31°16 mm
Monthly averages
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Humidity | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 31°C88°F | 23°C73°F | 16 mm | 74% | Pleasant |
| February | 32°C89°F | 25°C76°F | 32 mm | 77% | Hot & humid |
| March | 31°C88°F | 25°C78°F | 83 mm | 81% | Hot & humid |
| April | 30°C87°F | 25°C78°F | 112 mm | 84% | Pleasant |
| May | 30°C85°F | 25°C77°F | 159 mm | 86% | Pleasant |
| June | 28°C83°F | 24°C75°F | 185 mm | 88% | Rainy |
| July | 27°C81°F | 23°C73°F | 143 mm | 88% | Pleasant |
| August | 27°C81°F | 22°C72°F | 84 mm | 87% | Pleasant |
| September | 28°C82°F | 23°C74°F | 161 mm | 88% | Rainy |
| October | 28°C83°F | 24°C75°F | 143 mm | 88% | Pleasant |
| November | 30°C85°F | 24°C76°F | 39 mm | 85% | Pleasant |
| December | 31°C88°F | 23°C74°F | 16 mm | 78% | Pleasant |
Best months across Benin
| Place | Best months | Warmest month |
|---|---|---|
| Cotonou | Nov–Mar | Feb (30°C) |
| Ouidah | Nov–Mar | Feb (32°C) |
Quick answers
What is the best month to visit Ouidah?
Nov–Mar. Nov–Mar is driest. Vodun Day on 10 January draws large crowds, so book ahead. Heavy rain Apr–July.
When is the rainy season in Ouidah?
Rain peaks in June with about 185 mm. Months with 150 mm or more: May–Jun, Sep.
What is the hottest month in Ouidah?
February, with average highs of 32°C (89°F).
How cold does Ouidah get?
The coolest nights are in August, averaging 22°C (72°F).
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Sources
Climate averages are modelled from NASA POWER (MERRA-2) for 2001–2020 at about 50 km resolution, so coasts and valleys can differ a little. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.