Djougou, Benin experiences average highs of 33°C (91°F) and lows of 22°C (72°F) throughout the year. Rainfall is frequent, averaging about 13 rainy days per month. Sunshine is abundant, averaging about 10 hours per day. Average highs have stayed broadly stable across the available records.
Djougou, Benin Weather & Climate 2026
Monthly climate averages for Djougou, Benin. Based on 10-year ERA5 reanalysis data.
Climate Overview
Drier season: Jan–Dec 
Wetter season: May–Oct At-a-Glance Climate Summary
Live Weather & Air Quality
Key figures
Climate Score
5.5/10
Best: January, February, November, December
UV Index
7
High
Temperature 33°C / 22°C
Feels Like 36°C / 23°C
Rainy Days 13
Rainfall 108 mm
Sunshine 10 h
Humidity 61%
Wind Speed 11 km/h
Dew Point 18°C
Hottest Month
37°C
March
Avg Low24°C
Rain5days
Coldest Month
20°C
January
Avg High35°C
Rain0days
Driest Month
0days
January
Avg High35°C
Avg Low20°C
Windiest Month
13 km/h
April (Gusts 30)
Worst Time to Visit
Consider avoiding April, May, September due to extreme heat, heavy rainfall, oppressive humidity.
Sun Position
Sunrise 06:35
Daylight 12.7h
Sunset 19:16
Live conditions—
Djougou on the map · live conditions
Djougou, Benin
- Continent
- Africa
- Country
- Benin
- City
- Djougou
- Population
- 94.8K
- Coordinates
- 9.71°, 1.67°
Seasonal Breakdown
Spring
Mar–May
Avg High 35°C
Avg Low 24°C
Rain 11 days/mo
Summer
Jun–Aug
Avg High 29°C
Avg Low 22°C
Rain 25 days/mo
Autumn
Sep–Nov
Avg High 31°C
Avg Low 21°C
Rain 13 days/mo
1/3 best months
Winter
Dec–Feb
Avg High 35°C
Avg Low 20°C
Rain 0 days/mo
3/3 best months
Climate Charts
Based on historical averages (2016–2025)
Monthly Temperatures
HighLowShaded bands show the typical range across the available yearly records.
Line chart showing monthly temperatures. Jan: 35°C / 20°C . Feb: 37°C / 21°C . Mar: 37°C / 24°C . Apr: 36°C / 24°C . May: 33°C / 24°C . Jun: 30°C / 22°C . Jul: 28°C / 22°C . Aug: 28°C / 21°C . Sep: 29°C / 21°C . Oct: 31°C / 21°C . Nov: 34°C / 21°C . Dec: 35°C / 20°C .
Monthly Rainfall
Rainfall
Bar chart showing monthly rainfall. Jan: 0 mm. Feb: 3 mm. Mar: 26 mm. Apr: 69 mm. May: 119 mm. Jun: 179 mm. Jul: 248 mm. Aug: 276 mm. Sep: 254 mm. Oct: 120 mm. Nov: 3 mm. Dec: 0 mm.
Monthly Humidity
Humidity
Line chart showing monthly humidity. Jan: 22%. Feb: 24%. Mar: 49%. Apr: 63%. May: 75%. Jun: 82%. Jul: 86%. Aug: 87%. Sep: 87%. Oct: 79%. Nov: 49%. Dec: 29%.
Monthly Wind Speed
Wind SpeedGusts
Bar chart showing monthly wind speed. Jan: 12 km/h . Feb: 12 km/h . Mar: 12 km/h . Apr: 13 km/h . May: 12 km/h . Jun: 11 km/h . Jul: 12 km/h . Aug: 12 km/h . Sep: 10 km/h . Oct: 9 km/h . Nov: 10 km/h . Dec: 11 km/h .
Sunshine
Sunshine
Sunshine: Jan: 11h. Feb: 11h. Mar: 11h. Apr: 11h. May: 11h. Jun: 10h. Jul: 9h. Aug: 8h. Sep: 9h. Oct: 10h. Nov: 11h. Dec: 11h.
UV Index
UV Index
Bar chart showing monthly UV index. Jan: UV 7. Feb: UV 8. Mar: UV 9. Apr: UV 9. May: UV 8. Jun: UV 8. Jul: UV 7. Aug: UV 7. Sep: UV 7. Oct: UV 7. Nov: UV 7. Dec: UV 7.
Monthly Daylight Hours
Daylight12h reference
Monthly Dew Point & Comfort
Dew Point Dry Comfortable Humid Muggy Oppressive
Climate Trends
Average highs have stayed broadly stable across the available records. Average rainfall is trending drier by about 20 mm.
2016 to 2025
Avg high Avg rainfall
Climate summary
| Last 12 months | All years | |
|---|---|---|
| Hottest month | Mar 2025 · 38°C | Mar · 37°C |
| Coldest month | Jan 2025 · 20°C | Jan · 20°C |
| Wettest month | Aug 2025 · 355 mm | Aug · 276 mm |
| Windiest month | Apr 2025 · 13 km/h | Apr · 13 km/h |
Month-by-Month Weather Table
January best
Excellent 
February best
Excellent March
Poor April
Poor May
Wet June
Wet July
Wet August
Wet September
Wet October
Fair November best
Excellent December best
Excellent | Month | Temp | Feels Like | Rain | Sun | Humidity | UV | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January best | 35°C / 20°C | 34°C / 17°C | 0days (0 mm) Excellent | 10.5h Excellent | 22% Comfortable | 6.8 High | Excellent | View Details |
| February best | 37°C / 21°C | 36°C / 19°C | 1days (3 mm) Excellent | 10.7h Excellent | 24% Comfortable | 7.6 Very High | Excellent | View Details |
| March | 37°C / 24°C | 40°C / 26°C | 5days (26 mm) Good | 10.7h Excellent | 49% Moderate | 8.7 Very High | Poor | View Details |
| April | 36°C / 24°C | 40°C / 28°C | 11days (69 mm) Wet | 10.8h Excellent | 63% Muggy | 8.6 Very High | Poor | View Details |
| May | 33°C / 24°C | 38°C / 27°C | 18days (119 mm) Wet | 10.7h Excellent | 75% Muggy | 8.3 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| June | 30°C / 22°C | 36°C / 26°C | 22days (179 mm) Wet | 10.2h Excellent | 82% Humid | 7.7 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| July | 28°C / 22°C | 33°C / 25°C | 27days (248 mm) Wet | 9.2h Good | 86% Very Muggy | 6.8 High | Wet | View Details |
| August | 28°C / 21°C | 32°C / 24°C | 27days (276 mm) Wet | 8.1h Good | 87% Very Muggy | 6.8 High | Wet | View Details |
| September | 29°C / 21°C | 34°C / 25°C | 25days (254 mm) Wet | 8.8h Good | 87% Very Muggy | 7.1 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| October | 31°C / 21°C | 36°C / 25°C | 14days (120 mm) Wet | 10.1h Excellent | 79% Humid | 7.1 Very High | Fair | View Details |
| November best | 34°C / 21°C | 36°C / 22°C | 1days (3 mm) Excellent | 10.8h Excellent | 49% Moderate | 6.9 High | Excellent | View Details |
| December best | 35°C / 20°C | 34°C / 18°C | 0days (0 mm) Excellent | 10.6h Excellent | 29% Comfortable | 6.5 High | Excellent | View Details |
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Frequently Asked Questions
The best months to visit Djougou are January, February, November, December, when temperatures are comfortable and rainfall is at its lowest. This is based on 10-year climate averages for Djougou, scoring temperature, rainfall, humidity, and sunshine hours.
The hottest month in Djougou is March, with average daytime highs of 37°C (98°F). Plan outdoor activities for early morning or late afternoon if visiting during this period.
The coldest month in Djougou is January, with average overnight lows of 20°C (67°F). Pack warm layers and expect shorter daylight hours during this period.
The wettest month in Djougou is August, averaging 276mm of precipitation across 27 rainy days. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is essential.
The rainy season in Djougou runs through July, August, September, June, with the heaviest rainfall in July. Based on 10-year averages for Djougou.
Djougou receives approximately 121 sunshine hours per year. The sunniest month is April with around 11 hours. Based on climate data for Djougou.
The least favorable months to visit Djougou are April, May, September, primarily due to extreme heat, heavy rainfall, oppressive humidity. For the best conditions, consider January, February, November, December instead.
The annual average UV index in Djougou is 7, classified as high. SPF 30+ sunscreen, sunglasses, and seeking shade between 10:00–16:00 are strongly recommended.
Average humidity in Djougou is 61%, classified as moderate. Humidity levels are generally comfortable and should not affect outdoor activities for most people.
Average wind speeds in Djougou are 11 km/h (7 mph). The windiest month is April with peak winds reaching 13 km/h (8 mph) (gusts up to 30 km/h / 18 mph).
Djougou averages 5 clear-sky days per month with overall cloud cover around 58%. The clearest skies occur in January.
The annual average dew point in Djougou is 18°C (64°F), which feels noticeably humid. Summer months may feel slightly sticky, but conditions remain manageable for most people.
Djougou has a Tropical Monsoon climate, classified as Am under the Köppen system. Tropical climates are warm year-round with high rainfall and temperatures rarely dropping below 18°C (64°F).
The 'feels like' temperature in Djougou ranges from 23°C (73°F) to 36°C (97°F) on average. Humidity and radiant heat mean it often feels warmer than the thermometer reads, especially in summer months.
June is not the best time to visit Djougou, with a climate score of 3.9/10. Consider visiting during January, February, November, December instead for better conditions.
For June in Djougou, pack Umbrella, Waterproof jacket, Waterproof shoes, Breathable clothing, Sunscreen (SPF 30+). With average highs of 30°C (87°F) and 22 rainy days, these essentials will keep you comfortable.
Data Source
Climate data derived from ERA5 reanalysis (ECMWF), averaged over 2016–2025. Sea surface temperature from marine reanalysis data. Climate scores and seasonal estimates are computed by WorldStats.
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