November weather forecast
Benin

November in Benin marks the progression of the dry season, with a further decrease in rainfall and a significant change in the overall climate. Average precipitation in November drops to less than 20mm (0.79"), making it one of the driest months of the year.

Average temperatures in November range from 24°C (75.2°F) to 34°C (93.2°F). In the southern cities like Cotonou and Porto-Novo, minimum temperatures hover around 24°C (75.2°F). In contrast, the northern cities such as Kandi and Natitingou, experience cooler nights with temperatures falling to approximately 20°C (68°F). Despite the cooler nights, the daytime temperatures remain warm throughout the country.

The month of November also witnesses the return of the Harmattan wind. This dry, dusty wind from the Sahara Desert affects visibility and creates a hazy atmosphere known as the "Harmattan haze". While the humidity drops substantially during this period, the wind can cause dry skin and respiratory issues for some individuals.

As November transitions into December, the dry season continues, with the Harmattan wind becoming more influential. Rainfall remains minimal, and temperatures begin to decrease slightly, leading to cooler nights, particularly in the northern regions of the country.

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• Porto Novo - November »
  November heralds in the dry season in Porto Novo with dropping rainfall down to 19mm (0.75") and an increase in temperature reaching up to 32.4°C (90.3°F). In Porto Novo, in November, during 8.3 rainfall days, 19mm (0.75") of precipitation is typically accumulated.
• Cotonou - November »
  In November, the average heat index, which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is computed to be 41°C (105.8°F). With an average of 8.1h of sunshine, November has the most sunshine of the year in Cotonou, Benin.
• Parakou - November »
  The gradual return of Parakou's dry and sunny weather makes November an appealing month for city dwellers and tourists alike. November is the last month it rains in Parakou.
• Djougou - November »
  On the last day of November, in Djougou, Benin, sunrise is at 06:54 and sunset at 18:30 WAT. On the first day of November in Djougou sunrise is at 06:43 and sunset at 18:30.
• Bohicon - November »
  In November, the average heat index, which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is calculated to be 50°C (122°F). November offers a respite to Bohicon, as weather transitions from a dense rainy pattern to a much drier climate with average rainfall falling significantly to 20mm (0.79").
• Kandi - November »
  On the first day of November in Kandi sunrise is at 06:40 and sunset at 18:23. In Kandi, rain does not fall in January, November and December.
• Natitingou - November »
  November is the last month it rains in Natitingou. During 0.9 rainfall days, in November, Natitingou aggregates 1mm (0.04") of precipitation.
• Ouidah - November »
  In Ouidah, during November, the rain falls for 22.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 47mm (1.85") of precipitation. As November unfolds in Ouidah, the average high-temperature reaches a hot 30.8°C (87.4°F), hinting at a slight fluctuation from the previous month.
• Abomey - November »
  In Abomey during November, the rain falls for 3 days and regularly aggregates up to 21mm (0.83") of precipitation. In Abomey, during November, the rain falls for 3 days and regularly aggregates up to 21mm (0.83") of precipitation.
• Save - November »
  In November, the average heat index, which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is computed to be 50°C (122°F). During November, the heat index is computed to be a blazing hot 50°C (122°F). Precaution: Heat cramps along with heat exhaustion are possible.
• Tchaourou - November »
  On the last day of November, in Tchaourou, sunrise is at 06:49 and sunset at 18:27 WAT. The average low-temperature reading in November for Tchaourou reflects a significant fall from the daytime highs, stabilizing at an agreeable 21°C (69.8°F).