Monthly climate guide
Benin City weather in January
Expect hot weather in Benin City in January: afternoons reach about 30°C (86°F), while nights drop to around 20°C (68°F). Around 13 mm of rain falls over the month (very dry), and skies are a mix of sun and cloud. Daytime highs are about the same as December and about the same as February.
What stands out in January
- It's humid — around 75% — so the heat feels heavier.
- It's one of the drier months, with about 92% less rain than Benin City's average.
- January sits in Benin City's drier season — usually a comfortable time to visit.
- January is Benin City's third warmest month.
It's usually the driest month of the year.
Avg high
30°C
86°F
Avg low
20°C
68°F
Rainfall
13 mm
very dry
Humidity
75%
relative
Sky
38%
cloud · a mix of sun and cloud
Benin City weather by month
Show the monthly averages as a table
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rain | Humidity | Cloud cover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 30°C / 86°F | 20°C / 68°F | 13 mm | 75% | 38% |
| February | 31°C / 87°F | 23°C / 73°F | 34 mm | 83% | 62% |
| March | 30°C / 86°F | 24°C / 75°F | 98 mm | 89% | 78% |
| April | 30°C / 86°F | 24°C / 75°F | 108 mm | 90% | 81% |
| May | 29°C / 84°F | 24°C / 75°F | 172 mm | 91% | 80% |
| June | 28°C / 83°F | 23°C / 73°F | 274 mm | 92% | 81% |
| July | 28°C / 82°F | 22°C / 72°F | 277 mm | 92% | 88% |
| August | 28°C / 82°F | 22°C / 72°F | 236 mm | 91% | 84% |
| September | 28°C / 83°F | 23°C / 73°F | 307 mm | 92% | 87% |
| October | 29°C / 84°F | 23°C / 73°F | 228 mm | 91% | 79% |
| November | 30°C / 86°F | 23°C / 73°F | 88 mm | 87% | 60% |
| December | 30°C / 86°F | 20°C / 69°F | 22 mm | 77% | 38% |
What to pack for January
- Light, breathable clothing (cotton or linen)
- A sun hat and high-SPF sunscreen
- A refillable water bottle
- Sunglasses
- Quick-dry fabrics — it feels stickier than the temperature suggests
Is January a good time to visit Benin City?
Compare the months in the chart above to find your ideal window.
Best time to visit Benin City →Other Nigeria cities in January
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Benin City in January: quick answers
Is January a good time to visit Benin City?
Yes. January is one of the best months for Benin City, with highs around 30°C and about 13 mm of rain.
How warm is Benin City in January?
Average highs are about 30°C (86°F) and average lows about 20°C (68°F), based on 10 years of daily data.
Does it rain a lot in Benin City in January?
Benin City typically gets around 13 mm of rain in January — very dry. It's usually the driest month of the year.
Figures are long-term averages for the area around Benin City (NASA POWER / ERA5, 2011–2020), not a forecast for a specific year. For upcoming days, see the live multi-source forecast.