Climate Insights for Ouessé

Commune of Ouesse, Collines Department, Benin

Hottest
March
37°C peak
Coldest
January
21°C low
Wettest
August
211mm rain
Best to Visit
Varies throughout year

Climate Overview

The climate in Ouessé is hot. The average annual temperature is 28°C and approximately 1144mm of precipitation falls per year. August is the wettest month, receiving around 211mm of rainfall. Ouessé sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.

Temperature

0° 10° 20° 30° 40° Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Max: 35° Average: 28° Min: 21° Feb Max: 36° Average: 30° Min: 24° Mar Max: 37° Average: 30° Min: 25° Apr Max: 35° Average: 29° Min: 25° May Max: 34° Average: 28° Min: 24° Jun Max: 32° Average: 27° Min: 23° Jul Max: 30° Average: 26° Min: 23° Aug Max: 30° Average: 26° Min: 23° Sep Max: 31° Average: 26° Min: 23° Oct Max: 32° Average: 27° Min: 23° Nov Max: 35° Average: 28° Min: 23° Dec Max: 35° Average: 27° Min: 21°
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Ouessé sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 21°C to 37°C. March is the hottest month, with daytime highs reaching 37°C and an average of 30°C. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 21°C and an average of 28°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 10°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between January and February, with a 2°C shift in average temperatures.

Precipitation

0mm 50mm 100mm 150mm 200mm 250mm Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Precipitation: 1mm Feb Precipitation: 4mm Mar Precipitation: 44mm Apr Precipitation: 77mm May Precipitation: 97mm Jun Precipitation: 150mm Jul Precipitation: 209mm Aug Precipitation: 211mm Sep Precipitation: 210mm Oct Precipitation: 128mm Nov Precipitation: 11mm Dec Precipitation: 1mm
Precipitation

Ouessé is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 1144mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 95mm per month. The wettest month is August, averaging 211mm of rainfall. September and July also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is December, with just 1mm. That's 211mm less than August, 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 10km/h Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Wind Speed: 6km/h Feb Wind Speed: 6km/h Mar Wind Speed: 8km/h Apr Wind Speed: 8km/h May Wind Speed: 7km/h Jun Wind Speed: 7km/h Jul Wind Speed: 7km/h Aug Wind Speed: 7km/h Sep Wind Speed: 6km/h Oct Wind Speed: 5km/h Nov Wind Speed: 6km/h Dec Wind Speed: 6km/h
Wind Speed

Ouessé is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 7km/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 8km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in October, with average winds dropping to 5km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 3km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months.

Seasons

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

87 days until Winter

It is currently autumn in Ouessé, which began on September 23, 2026. Ouessé sits near the equator, so the traditional four-season cycle is less pronounced. Temperatures remain relatively stable year-round. The warmest period peaks in March at around 37°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in January near 21°C. Winter is next, beginning on December 21, 2026 (87 days from now).

Spring

Temperatures range from 24 to 37°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 219mm for the season, averaging 73mm per month. Winds are generally light, averaging 8km/h. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is advisable as spring showers are frequent.

Summer

Temperatures range from 23 to 32°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 570mm across the season with a monthly average of 190mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 7km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal. Perfect conditions for outdoor activities.

Autumn

Temperatures range from 23 to 35°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 349mm across the season with a monthly average of 116mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 6km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.

Winter

Temperatures range from 21 to 36°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 6mm for the entire season. Winds are generally light, averaging 6km/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 Ouessé 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
21 °C
35 °C
6 km/h
1 mm
0 cm
Feb
24 °C
36 °C
6 km/h
4 mm
0 cm
Mar
25 °C
37 °C
8 km/h
44 mm
0 cm
Apr
25 °C
35 °C
8 km/h
77 mm
0 cm
May
24 °C
34 °C
7 km/h
97 mm
0 cm
Jun
23 °C
32 °C
7 km/h
150 mm
0 cm
Jul
23 °C
30 °C
7 km/h
209 mm
0 cm
Aug
23 °C
30 °C
7 km/h
211 mm
0 cm
Sep Current
23 °C
31 °C
6 km/h
210 mm
0 cm
Oct
23 °C
32 °C
5 km/h
128 mm
0 cm
Nov
23 °C
35 °C
6 km/h
11 mm
0 cm
Dec
21 °C
35 °C
6 km/h
1 mm
0 cm
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