Ouessé, Benin experiences average highs of 34°C (93°F) and lows of 23°C (73°F) throughout the year. Rainfall is moderate, averaging about 12 rainy days per month. Sunshine is abundant, averaging about 10 hours per day. Average highs have warmed by 0.6°C (1.1°F) across the available records.
Ouessé, Benin Weather & Climate 2026
Monthly climate averages for Ouessé, 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
4.1/10
Best: January, December
UV Index
7
High
Temperature 34°C / 23°C
Feels Like 37°C / 26°C
Rainy Days 12
Rainfall 93 mm
Sunshine 10 h
Humidity 66%
Wind Speed 11 km/h
Dew Point 21°C
Hottest Month
38°C
February
Avg Low23°C
Rain1days
Coldest Month
21°C
January
Avg High37°C
Rain0days
Driest Month
0days
January
Avg High37°C
Avg Low21°C
Windiest Month
14 km/h
March (Gusts 31)
Worst Time to Visit
Consider avoiding March, April, May due to extreme heat, frequent rain, oppressive humidity.
Sun Position
Sunrise 06:34
Daylight 12.6h
Sunset 19:10
Live conditions—
Ouessé on the map · live conditions
Ouessé, Benin
- Continent
- Africa
- Country
- Benin
- City
- Ouessé
- Population
- 15.7K
- Coordinates
- 8.49°, 2.43°
Seasonal Breakdown
Spring
Mar–May
Avg High 36°C
Avg Low 25°C
Rain 11 days/mo
Summer
Jun–Aug
Avg High 30°C
Avg Low 23°C
Rain 22 days/mo
Autumn
Sep–Nov
Avg High 32°C
Avg Low 23°C
Rain 13 days/mo
Winter
Dec–Feb
Avg High 37°C
Avg Low 22°C
Rain 0 days/mo
2/3 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: 37°C / 21°C . Feb: 38°C / 23°C . Mar: 37°C / 25°C . Apr: 36°C / 25°C . May: 34°C / 25°C . Jun: 32°C / 23°C . Jul: 30°C / 22°C . Aug: 29°C / 22°C . Sep: 30°C / 22°C . Oct: 32°C / 23°C . Nov: 35°C / 23°C . Dec: 36°C / 22°C .
Monthly Rainfall
Rainfall
Bar chart showing monthly rainfall. Jan: 1 mm. Feb: 4 mm. Mar: 44 mm. Apr: 76 mm. May: 95 mm. Jun: 146 mm. Jul: 204 mm. Aug: 206 mm. Sep: 206 mm. Oct: 127 mm. Nov: 10 mm. Dec: 1 mm.
Monthly Humidity
Humidity
Line chart showing monthly humidity. Jan: 35%. Feb: 42%. Mar: 60%. Apr: 68%. May: 73%. Jun: 80%. Jul: 83%. Aug: 83%. Sep: 84%. Oct: 80%. Nov: 64%. Dec: 44%.
Monthly Wind Speed
Wind SpeedGusts
Bar chart showing monthly wind speed. Jan: 11 km/h . Feb: 11 km/h . Mar: 14 km/h . Apr: 13 km/h . May: 12 km/h . Jun: 11 km/h . Jul: 11 km/h . Aug: 11 km/h . Sep: 9 km/h . Oct: 10 km/h . Nov: 10 km/h . Dec: 10 km/h .
Sunshine
Sunshine
Sunshine: Jan: 11h. Feb: 11h. Mar: 11h. Apr: 10h. May: 10h. Jun: 9h. Jul: 8h. Aug: 8h. Sep: 8h. Oct: 9h. Nov: 11h. Dec: 11h.
UV Index
UV Index
Bar chart showing monthly UV index. Jan: UV 7. Feb: UV 7. Mar: UV 9. Apr: UV 8. May: UV 8. Jun: UV 8. Jul: UV 7. Aug: UV 7. Sep: UV 6. Oct: UV 7. Nov: UV 7. Dec: UV 6.
Monthly Daylight Hours
Daylight12h reference
Monthly Dew Point & Comfort
Dew Point Dry Comfortable Humid Muggy Oppressive
Climate Trends
Average highs have warmed by 0.6°C (1.1°F) across the available records. Average rainfall is trending drier by about 46 mm.
2016 to 2025
Avg high Avg rainfall
Climate summary
| Last 12 months | All years | |
|---|---|---|
| Hottest month | Mar 2025 · 38°C | Feb · 38°C |
| Coldest month | Jan 2025 · 22°C | Jan · 21°C |
| Wettest month | Aug 2025 · 196 mm | Aug · 206 mm |
| Windiest month | Mar 2025 · 15 km/h | Mar · 14 km/h |
Month-by-Month Weather Table
January best
Good 
February
Fair March
Poor April
Poor May
Poor June
Wet July
Wet August
Wet September
Wet October
Poor November
Poor December best
Good | Month | Temp | Feels Like | Rain | Sun | Humidity | UV | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January best | 37°C / 21°C | 37°C / 21°C | 0days (1 mm) Excellent | 10.5h Excellent | 35% Comfortable | 6.6 High | Good | View Details |
| February | 38°C / 23°C | 39°C / 25°C | 1days (4 mm) Excellent | 10.7h Excellent | 42% Moderate | 7.4 Very High | Fair | View Details |
| March | 37°C / 25°C | 41°C / 29°C | 7days (44 mm) Good | 10.6h Excellent | 60% Moderate | 8.5 Very High | Poor | View Details |
| April | 36°C / 25°C | 41°C / 29°C | 12days (76 mm) Wet | 10.4h Excellent | 68% Muggy | 8.3 Very High | Poor | View Details |
| May | 34°C / 25°C | 39°C / 29°C | 15days (95 mm) Wet | 10.2h Excellent | 73% Muggy | 8 Very High | Poor | View Details |
| June | 32°C / 23°C | 36°C / 28°C | 19days (146 mm) Wet | 9.1h Good | 80% Humid | 7.5 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| July | 30°C / 22°C | 34°C / 26°C | 24days (204 mm) Wet | 8.1h Good | 83% Humid | 6.7 High | Wet | View Details |
| August | 29°C / 22°C | 34°C / 26°C | 22days (206 mm) Wet | 7.5h Good | 83% Humid | 6.8 High | Wet | View Details |
| September | 30°C / 22°C | 35°C / 26°C | 22days (206 mm) Wet | 8h Good | 84% Humid | 6.4 High | Wet | View Details |
| October | 32°C / 23°C | 37°C / 27°C | 16days (127 mm) Wet | 9.3h Good | 80% Humid | 6.8 High | Poor | View Details |
| November | 35°C / 23°C | 38°C / 27°C | 2days (10 mm) Excellent | 10.6h Excellent | 64% Muggy | 6.6 High | Poor | View Details |
| December best | 36°C / 22°C | 37°C / 23°C | 0days (1 mm) Excellent | 10.6h Excellent | 44% Moderate | 6.3 High | Good | View Details |
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Frequently Asked Questions
The best months to visit Ouessé are January, December, when temperatures are comfortable and rainfall is at its lowest. This is based on 10-year climate averages for Ouessé, scoring temperature, rainfall, humidity, and sunshine hours.
The hottest month in Ouessé is February, with average daytime highs of 38°C (100°F). Plan outdoor activities for early morning or late afternoon if visiting during this period.
The coldest month in Ouessé is January, with average overnight lows of 21°C (71°F). Pack warm layers and expect shorter daylight hours during this period.
The wettest month in Ouessé is August, averaging 206mm of precipitation across 22 rainy days. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is essential.
The rainy season in Ouessé runs through July, August, September, June, with the heaviest rainfall in July. Based on 10-year averages for Ouessé.
Ouessé receives approximately 116 sunshine hours per year. The sunniest month is February with around 11 hours. Based on climate data for Ouessé.
The least favorable months to visit Ouessé are March, April, May, primarily due to extreme heat, frequent rain, oppressive humidity. For the best conditions, consider January, December instead.
The annual average UV index in Ouessé is 7, classified as high. SPF 30+ sunscreen, sunglasses, and seeking shade between 10:00–16:00 are strongly recommended.
Average humidity in Ouessé is 66%, classified as moderate. Humidity levels are generally comfortable and should not affect outdoor activities for most people.
Average wind speeds in Ouessé are 11 km/h (7 mph). The windiest month is March with peak winds reaching 14 km/h (8 mph) (gusts up to 31 km/h / 19 mph).
Ouessé averages 3 clear-sky days per month with overall cloud cover around 64%. The clearest skies occur in January.
The annual average dew point in Ouessé is 21°C (70°F), which feels muggy and uncomfortable. Expect heavy perspiration during warmer months — stay hydrated and take breaks in air-conditioned spaces.
Ouessé 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 Ouessé ranges from 26°C (79°F) to 37°C (99°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 Ouessé, with a climate score of 3.8/10. Consider visiting during January, December instead for better conditions.
For June in Ouessé, pack Umbrella, Waterproof jacket, Waterproof shoes, Breathable clothing, Sunscreen (SPF 30+). With average highs of 32°C (89°F) and 19 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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