Cotonou weather in August
Warm and pleasant, with regular rainfall. Average highs of 26°C and lows of 24°C, with around 15 rainy days expected throughout the month.
✦ This is a recommended month to visit Cotonou. The combination of weather, atmosphere and experience is at its best.
Average high
26°C
Average low
24°C
Rainy days
15 days
Best months to visit
January, February, August, December
What to do in Cotonou in August
Whatever the weather, Cotonou rewards curious visitors. Here are some of the best ways to spend your time:
Explore the floating village of Ganvie
Attend zangbeto masquerade dances
Visit the Slave Museum
Tour the Grand Marché
Fish in the lagoon
Dine on fresh seafood
What to pack for August
Light layers work well — T-shirts and shorts for the day, a light jacket for evenings. Comfortable walking shoes are a must. Bring a compact umbrella just in case.
Browse other months
Recommended
January
30C
Hot and humid, with occasional showers.
Recommended
February
30C
Hot and humid, with occasional showers.
March
30C
Hot and humid, with regular rainfall.
April
30C
Hot and humid, with some rainy days.
May
29C
Warm and pleasant, with frequent heavy rain.
June
28C
Warm and pleasant, with frequent heavy rain.
July
27C
Warm and pleasant, with regular rainfall.
Recommended
August (you are here)
26C
Warm and pleasant, with regular rainfall.
September
27C
Warm and pleasant, with frequent heavy rain.
October
28C
Warm and pleasant, with frequent heavy rain.
November
29C
Warm and pleasant, with regular rainfall.
Recommended
December
30C
Hot and humid, with occasional showers.
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