Climate Insights for Cové

, Zou Department, Benin

Hottest
February
36°C peak
Coldest
August
23°C low
Wettest
September
173mm rain
Best to Visit
Varies throughout year

Climate Overview

The climate in Cové is hot. The average annual temperature is 28°C and approximately 1141mm of precipitation falls per year. September is the wettest month, receiving around 173mm of rainfall. Cové sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.

Temperature

10° 20° 30° 40° Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Max: 35° Average: 29° Min: 24° Feb Max: 36° Average: 30° Min: 26° Mar Max: 35° Average: 30° Min: 26° Apr Max: 34° Average: 29° Min: 26° May Max: 33° Average: 28° Min: 25° Jun Max: 31° Average: 27° Min: 24° Jul Max: 30° Average: 26° Min: 24° Aug Max: 29° Average: 26° Min: 23° Sep Max: 30° Average: 26° Min: 24° Oct Max: 31° Average: 27° Min: 24° Nov Max: 33° Average: 28° Min: 25° Dec Max: 35° Average: 29° Min: 25°
Max
Average
Min

Cové sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 23°C to 36°C. February is the hottest month, with daytime highs reaching 36°C and an average of 30°C. August is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 23°C and an average of 26°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 8°C between highs and lows.

Precipitation

0mm 50mm 100mm 150mm 200mm Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Precipitation: 7mm Feb Precipitation: 25mm Mar Precipitation: 70mm Apr Precipitation: 78mm May Precipitation: 132mm Jun Precipitation: 157mm Jul Precipitation: 163mm Aug Precipitation: 160mm Sep Precipitation: 173mm Oct Precipitation: 137mm Nov Precipitation: 29mm Dec Precipitation: 10mm
Precipitation

Cové is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 1141mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 95mm per month. The wettest month is September, averaging 173mm of rainfall. July and August also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is January, with just 7mm. That's 166mm less than September, the wettest month. Rainfall is heavily concentrated in certain months, creating a distinct wet and dry season. Visitors should plan around these patterns, as the difference between peak and low months is dramatic.

Wind

0km/h 5km/h Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Wind Speed: 2km/h Feb Wind Speed: 2km/h Mar Wind Speed: 2km/h Apr Wind Speed: 2km/h May Wind Speed: 2km/h Jun Wind Speed: 2km/h Jul Wind Speed: 2km/h Aug Wind Speed: 2km/h Sep Wind Speed: 2km/h Oct Wind Speed: 2km/h Nov Wind Speed: 2km/h Dec Wind Speed: 2km/h
Wind Speed

Cové is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 2km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is April, averaging 2km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in October, with average winds dropping to 2km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 0km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months.

Seasons

Winter
Dec 21
Spring
Mar 20
Summer
Jun 21
Autumn
Sep 23

92 days until Autumn

It is currently summer in Cové, which began on June 21, 2026. Cové sits near the equator, so the traditional four-season cycle is less pronounced — temperatures remain relatively stable year-round. The warmest period peaks in February at around 36°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in August near 23°C. Autumn is next, beginning on September 23, 2026 — 92 days from now.

Spring

Temperatures range from 25 to 35°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 280mm for the season, averaging 93mm per month. Winds are generally light, averaging 2km/h. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is advisable as spring showers are frequent.

Summer

Temperatures range from 23 to 31°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 480mm across the season with a monthly average of 160mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 2km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal — perfect conditions for outdoor activities.

Autumn

Temperatures range from 24 to 33°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 339mm across the season with a monthly average of 113mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 2km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.

Winter

Temperatures range from 24 to 36°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 41mm for the entire season. Winds are generally light, averaging 2km/h. A light jacket or sweater is usually sufficient, though cooler evenings may call for an extra layer.

Monthly Climate Data

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Cové based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Celsius (°C). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in kilometres per hour (km/h). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.

Month
Min Temperature
Max Temperature
Wind Speed
Precipitation
Snow
Jan
24 °C
35 °C
2 km/h
7 mm
0 cm
Feb
26 °C
36 °C
2 km/h
25 mm
0 cm
Mar
26 °C
35 °C
2 km/h
70 mm
0 cm
Apr
26 °C
34 °C
2 km/h
78 mm
0 cm
May
25 °C
33 °C
2 km/h
132 mm
0 cm
Jun Current
24 °C
31 °C
2 km/h
157 mm
0 cm
Jul
24 °C
30 °C
2 km/h
163 mm
0 cm
Aug
23 °C
29 °C
2 km/h
160 mm
0 cm
Sep
24 °C
30 °C
2 km/h
173 mm
0 cm
Oct
24 °C
31 °C
2 km/h
137 mm
0 cm
Nov
25 °C
33 °C
2 km/h
29 mm
0 cm
Dec
25 °C
35 °C
2 km/h
10 mm
0 cm
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