Cotonou in August
The weather in August
In August, Cotonou averages daytime highs of 26° and night-time lows of 24° — warm weather by day. Expect around 49 mm of precipitation spread over about 17 wet days, with average cloud cover near 47%.
Temperatures are much the same as in July, and September brings little change. The sea averages 25°, comfortably warm for swimming.
August scores 57/100 — fair conditions for sightseeing — and ranks 4th of the twelve months for Cotonou. For the most comfortable weather, consider January, February and December instead.
Around the middle of the month the sun rises at 06:46 and sets at 19:06 local time, giving 12 h 20 min of daylight. Days shorten by 9 minutes over the month.
Why 57/100?
How the score for August is builtBeach score this month: 71/100 (adds sea temperature and heat).
Comfort peaks for daytime highs between 18° and 25°C (64–77°F).
Around Cotonou this month
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Cotonou in August: quick answers
Is August a good time to visit Cotonou?
August scores 57/100 for Cotonou, which we rate as fair. Average highs are 26°C with 17 wet days.
How warm is Cotonou in August?
Daytime highs average 26°C and night-time lows 24°C in August.
Does it rain a lot in Cotonou in August?
Cotonou receives about 49 mm of precipitation in August, falling on around 17 days.
Can you swim in Cotonou in August?
The sea averages 25°C in August, warm enough for most swimmers.