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When to go · Cotonou

Cotonou in February

Great month. Dry and hot.

Key facts

Verdict
Great
Temperature
32°C / 25°C
average high / low
Rain days
3
Crowds
Medium
Benin overall
Prices
Medium
Benin overall

Verdict

GreatVoykit month rating for Cotonou

Dry and hot.

Weather in February

Long-term averages
  • CotonouHighs around 32 °C, lows around 25 °C, rain on about 3 days
  • Coast and lagoons, Benin · Cotonou, Ouidah, Porto-Novo, Grand-Popo, Ganviébest weather

    Two rainy seasons; July–August is often a drier, cooler break. Humid all year.

Long dry season season

The most comfortable months for walking, markets and the beach road.

Watch: Harmattan dust haze from December to February; dry, hot afternoons.

Crowds and prices

Crowds · Benin overall
Medium
Prices · Benin overall
Medium

Benin overall: Dry and hot; clear coastal days, Harmattan inland.

What to pack

  • Light, breathable clothes, a sun hat and sunscreen

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