When to go · Benin City
Benin City in May
Mixed month. Outside the best window (Nov–Feb). Across Nigeria: Rain builds; Lagos traffic worse on flooded roads.
Key facts
- Verdict
- Mixed
- Temperature
- 32°C90°F / 24°C75°F
- average high / low
- Rain days
- 14
- Crowds
- Low
- Nigeria overall
- Prices
- Low
- Nigeria overall
Verdict
MixedNigeria month rating
Outside the best window (Nov–Feb). Across Nigeria: Rain builds; Lagos traffic worse on flooded roads.
Weather in May
- Benin CityHighs around 32 °C, lows around 24 °C, rain on about 14 daysHighs around 90 °F, lows around 75 °F, rain on about 14 days
Crowds and prices
- Crowds · Nigeria overall
- Low
- Prices · Nigeria overall
- Low
Nigeria overall: Rain builds; Lagos traffic worse on flooded roads.
What to pack
- Light, breathable clothes, a sun hat and sunscreen
- A rain jacket or umbrella and shoes that dry fast