June · Benin
Best time to visit Cotonou in June Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Cotonou in June
Average temperature 26°C, 246 mm of rain, about 13 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 88% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
June score
3.5/10
Ranked #12 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 26°C
- Rainfall
- 246 mm
- Humidity
- 88%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 13
- Crowd Density
- Quiet / Uncrowded
- Average Expenses
- $ · Budget Friendly ($)
June in Cotonou scores 3.5/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - ranked #12 of 12. Expect around 26°C, 246 mm of rain, and roughly 13 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.
June in Cotonou — off-season conditions
June averages 26°C (80°F) and humidity near 88%, so the practical pattern is early mornings, a long midday break, and evenings back outside.
246 mm of rain puts this in monsoon territory — about 13 days with 6+ hours of sunshine across the whole month, and multi-day washouts are normal.
It scores 3.5/10 here, 12th of 12 months, against 7.6/10 in the destination's best month.
Pack the lightest breathable clothing you own, a hat, and more water than feels necessary, a proper rain shell rather than an umbrella.
Figure on low-season pricing, with crowds are light for this destination.
Flexible dates? December scores 4.1 points higher here — enough to change the trip.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Cotonou in June?
- In June, Cotonou averages 26°C, 246 mm of rain, and about 13 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 3.5/10.
- Is June a good time to visit Cotonou?
- June earns a 3.5/10 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 June?
- Expect about 246 mm of rain in June. Average humidity is 88% and there are about 13 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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