Benin City in January
6.7out of 10
Possible, with caveats
Hot: daytime highs around 33°C. Frequent rain: about 9 rainy days.
33°CAvg high
22°CAvg low
9Rainy days (33 mm)
11:40 hDaylight
06:57Sunrise · 18:37 Sunset
Why this score
- Hot: daytime highs around 33°C
- Frequent rain: about 9 rainy days
- Rain varies a lot between years (±6.6 days)
What to wear and pack
- Light, breathable clothing
- Shorts or a light skirt
- Rain jacket or compact umbrella
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat
How reliable is the forecast?
Rain in January varies a lot between years (±6.6 rainy days), so check the forecast closer to your trip. Averages cover 30 years (1991–2020). Individual days can differ a lot.
Year at a glance
Weather by month
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rainy days | Humidity | Sunshine | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 33°C | 22°C | 33 mm | 9 | – | – | 6.7 |
| February | 34°C | 24°C | 59 mm | 15 | – | – | 5.8 |
| March | 32°C | 24°C | 146 mm | 24 | – | – | 5.2 |
| April | 31°C | 24°C | 205 mm | 26 | – | – | 5.5 |
| May | 31°C | 23°C | 257 mm | 29 | – | – | 5.6 |
| June | 29°C | 23°C | 294 mm | 29 | – | – | 6.1 |
| July | 28°C | 22°C | 293 mm | 30 | – | – | 6.1 |
| August | 28°C | 22°C | 266 mm | 28 | – | – | 6.1 |
| September | 29°C | 22°C | 309 mm | 29 | – | – | 6.1 |
| October | 30°C | 23°C | 263 mm | 30 | – | – | 5.9 |
| November | 31°C | 23°C | 93 mm | 19 | – | – | 6.0 |
| December | 32°C | 22°C | 28 mm | 9 | – | – | 7.0 |
Frequently asked questions
How hot is Benin City in January?
Daytime highs average 33°C and nights about 22°C.
When is the best time to visit Benin City?
The best months are December, January.