July · Benin
Best time to visit Cotonou in July Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Cotonou in July
Average temperature 26°C, 152 mm of rain, about 12 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 89% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
July score
4.4/10
Ranked #7 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 26°C
- Rainfall
- 152 mm
- Humidity
- 89%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 12
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $$ · Moderate Cost ($$)
July in Cotonou scores 4.4/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - ranked #7 of 12. Expect around 26°C, 152 mm of rain, and roughly 12 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Cotonou is Benin's largest city, set between the Atlantic and Lake Nokoue, with a huge market and stilt-village trips.
July in Cotonou — off-season conditions
July averages 26°C (78°F) — pleasant for mornings and evenings on foot in the city, with a midday break when the sun is strongest.
At 152 mm this is a genuinely wet month: about 12 days with 6+ hours of sunshine in total, and outdoor plans need an indoor fallback.
It scores 4.4/10 here, 7th of 12 months, against 7.6/10 in the destination's best month.
Pack light clothing, a hat and real sun protection, a proper rain shell rather than an umbrella.
Plan for mid-season pricing, with crowds are moderate.
Flexible dates? December scores 3.2 points higher here — enough to change the trip.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Cotonou in July?
- In July, Cotonou averages 26°C, 152 mm of rain, and about 12 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 4.4/10.
- Is July a good time to visit Cotonou?
- July earns a 4.4/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Cotonou in July?
- Expect about 152 mm of rain in July. Average humidity is 89% and there are about 12 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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