Cotonou
The birthplace of Vodun, celebrated openly here rather than hidden, stilt villages built entirely over a lagoon, and a slave-trade history at Ouidah told with unflinching memorials along the coast.
The best time to visit Cotonou is Nov–Mar, when typical daytime highs reach about 31°C (87°F). Local time there is 02:18 (UTC+1).
Good for
In season
The year at a glance
January · high 87°F · rain 0.8in · 11.8h of daylight · in the recommended window
shaded columns are the recommended window
| Month | High °CHigh °F | Rain mmRain in | Light | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 31°C87°F | 21mm0.8in | 11.8h11.8h | in the recommended window |
| February | 31°C87°F | 26mm1.0in | 11.9h11.9h | in the recommended window |
| March | 30°C87°F | 68mm2.7in | 12.1h12.1h | in the recommended window |
| April | 30°C87°F | 70mm2.8in | 12.3h12.3h | |
| May | 30°C85°F | 135mm5.3in | 12.4h12.4h | |
| June | 28°C82°F | 232mm9.1in | 12.5h12.5h | |
| July | 27°C80°F | 114mm4.5in | 12.5h12.5h | |
| August | 27°C80°F | 66mm2.6in | 12.3h12.3h | |
| September | 27°C81°F | 134mm5.3in | 12.1h12.1h | |
| October | 28°C83°F | 173mm6.8in | 12.0h12.0h | |
| November | 29°C85°F | 61mm2.4in | 11.8h11.8h | in the recommended window |
| December | 30°C86°F | 19mm0.7in | 11.8h11.8h | in the recommended window |
Good to know
- Currency
- XOF · West African CFA franc
- Language
- French
- Driving
- on the right
United States: Type A, B at home, you will need an adapter. 220 V there, 120 V at home — check your charger says 100-240 V.
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