April weather forecast
Benin

April in Benin ushers in the first major phase of the wet season, presenting a significant change in weather patterns compared to the preceding dry months. This month sees a sharp rise in precipitation, with average rainfall around 80mm (3.15"), signifying the commencement of the monsoon.

The temperature during April remains relatively high, with averages ranging from 26°C (78.8°F) to 34°C (93.2°F). The southern cities of Cotonou and Porto-Novo experience slightly higher humidity levels due to their coastal location, with minimum temperatures around 26°C (78.8°F). On the other hand, northern cities like Kandi and Natitingou, despite having similar daytime temperatures, cool down to 20°C (68°F) during the night.

As the month progresses, rainfall becomes more frequent, particularly in the south. The increased precipitation combined with high temperatures leads to more humid conditions across the country, marking a contrast to the drier and less humid weather experienced during the preceding months.

Comparing April with the upcoming month, May, April is slightly cooler and receives less rainfall. As the wet season advances, May will typically experience heavier rainfall and marginally higher temperatures, a trend that continues until July, the peak of the rainy season.

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• Porto Novo - April »
  In Porto Novo in April, during 8.4 rainfall days, 15mm (0.59") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Porto Novo the average relative humidity in April is 73%.
• Cotonou - April »
  With an average relative humidity of 76.5%, April is the least humid month in Cotonou, Benin. With an average relative humidity of 76.5%, April is the least humid month in Cotonou.
• Parakou - April »
  In Parakou during April, the rain falls for 10.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 60mm (2.36") of precipitation. On the first day of April in Parakou, Benin, sunrise is at 06:46 and sunset at 18:59.
• Djougou - April »
  In Djougou, Benin, in April, during 10.5 rainfall days, 39mm (1.54") of precipitation is typically accumulated. On the first day of April in Djougou sunrise is at 06:50 and sunset at 19:03.
• Bohicon - April »
  In Bohicon during April, the rain falls for 18 days and regularly aggregates up to 44mm (1.73") of precipitation. April brings forth a distinct shift, heralding a rainy season in Bohicon with a noticeable increase in relative humidity to 68%.
• Kandi - April »
  In Kandi April is the warmest month, with temperatures averaging a high of 41.8°C (107.2°F) and a low of 26.7°C (80.1°F). Kandi, Benin, experiences its highest temperatures in April, with an average peak of 41.8°C (107.2°F) and a low of 26.7°C (80.1°F).
• Natitingou - April »
  In Natitingou, Benin, in April, it is raining for 10.8 days, with typically 37mm (1.46") of accumulated precipitation. In Natitingou, in April, during 10.8 rainfall days, 37mm (1.46") of precipitation is typically accumulated.
• Ouidah - April »
  In Ouidah, Benin, in April, it is raining for 14.7 days, with typically 31mm (1.22") of accumulated precipitation. In Ouidah, in April, during 14.7 rainfall days, 31mm (1.22") of precipitation is typically accumulated.
• Abomey - April »
  In Abomey in April, during 10 rainfall days, 125mm (4.92") of precipitation is typically accumulated. On the last day of April, in Abomey, sunrise is at 06:37 and sunset at 19:00 WAT.
• Save - April »
  In April, the average heat index, which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is computed to be 54°C (129.2°F). April's mean heat index is computed to be a blazing hot 54°C (129.2°F). Attention: Heat exhaustion and heat cramps are anticipated.
• Tchaourou - April »
  On the last day of April, in Tchaourou, sunrise is at 06:33 and sunset at 18:59 WAT. As April enters, the weather in Tchaourou continues to transition, signaling the downward journey of the Sun with the shortening daylight hours.