October · Benin
Best time to visit Cotonou in October Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Cotonou in October
Average temperature 27°C, 226 mm of rain, about 18 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 88% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
October score
3.9/10
Ranked #11 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 27°C
- Rainfall
- 226 mm
- Humidity
- 88%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 18
- Crowd Density
- Quiet / Uncrowded
- Average Expenses
- $ · Budget Friendly ($)
October in Cotonou scores 3.9/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - ranked #11 of 12. Expect around 27°C, 226 mm of rain, and roughly 18 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.
October in Cotonou — off-season conditions
October averages 27°C (80°F) and humidity near 88%, so the practical pattern is early mornings, a long midday break, and evenings back outside.
226 mm of rain puts this in monsoon territory — about 18 days with 6+ hours of sunshine across the whole month, and multi-day washouts are normal.
It scores 3.9/10 here, 11th 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 3.7 points higher here — enough to change the trip.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Cotonou in October?
- In October, Cotonou averages 27°C, 226 mm of rain, and about 18 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 3.9/10.
- Is October a good time to visit Cotonou?
- October earns a 3.9/10 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 October?
- Expect about 226 mm of rain in October. Average humidity is 88% and there are about 18 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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