Climate Insights for Kétou

Commune of Ketou, Plateau Department, Benin

Hottest
February
36°C peak
Coldest
August
23°C low
Wettest
September
195mm rain
Best to Visit
Varies throughout year

Climate Overview

The climate in Kétou is hot. The average annual temperature is 28°C and approximately 1289mm of precipitation falls per year. September is the wettest month, receiving around 195mm of rainfall. Kétou 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: 28° Min: 23° Feb Max: 36° Average: 30° Min: 25° Mar Max: 35° Average: 29° Min: 25° Apr Max: 34° Average: 29° Min: 25° May Max: 33° Average: 28° Min: 24° Jun Max: 31° Average: 26° Min: 24° Jul Max: 30° Average: 26° Min: 23° Aug Max: 29° Average: 25° Min: 23° Sep Max: 30° Average: 26° Min: 23° Oct Max: 32° Average: 27° Min: 23° Nov Max: 34° Average: 28° Min: 24° Dec Max: 34° Average: 28° Min: 24°
Max
Average
Min

Kétou 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 25°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 9°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs.

Precipitation

0mm 50mm 100mm 150mm 200mm Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Precipitation: 10mm Feb Precipitation: 23mm Mar Precipitation: 72mm Apr Precipitation: 90mm May Precipitation: 140mm Jun Precipitation: 193mm Jul Precipitation: 184mm Aug Precipitation: 181mm Sep Precipitation: 195mm Oct Precipitation: 156mm Nov Precipitation: 35mm Dec Precipitation: 11mm
Precipitation

Kétou is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1289mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 107mm per month. The wettest month is September, averaging 195mm of rainfall. June and July also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is January, with just 10mm. That's 185mm 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: 1km/h Nov Wind Speed: 2km/h Dec Wind Speed: 2km/h
Wind Speed

Kétou 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 1km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 1km/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 Kétou, which began on June 21, 2026. Kétou 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 24 to 35°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 302mm across the season with a monthly average of 101mm. 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 558mm across the season with a monthly average of 186mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 2km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal — perfect conditions for outdoor activities.

Autumn

Temperatures range from 23 to 34°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 386mm across the season with a monthly average of 129mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 2km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.

Winter

Temperatures range from 23 to 36°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 44mm 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 Kétou 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
23 °C
35 °C
2 km/h
10 mm
0 cm
Feb
25 °C
36 °C
2 km/h
23 mm
0 cm
Mar
25 °C
35 °C
2 km/h
72 mm
0 cm
Apr
25 °C
34 °C
2 km/h
90 mm
0 cm
May
24 °C
33 °C
2 km/h
140 mm
0 cm
Jun Current
24 °C
31 °C
2 km/h
193 mm
0 cm
Jul
23 °C
30 °C
2 km/h
184 mm
0 cm
Aug
23 °C
29 °C
2 km/h
181 mm
0 cm
Sep
23 °C
30 °C
2 km/h
195 mm
0 cm
Oct
23 °C
32 °C
1 km/h
156 mm
0 cm
Nov
24 °C
34 °C
2 km/h
35 mm
0 cm
Dec
24 °C
34 °C
2 km/h
11 mm
0 cm
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