Benin weather in January
Temperature, rain, what to pack, this month's events and prices

January in Benin: changeable weather. Roughly 11h 30m of daylight, with light from about 06:06 to 17:36. January isn't peak season in Benin. The upside: quiet and cheaper. The downside: weather that needs flexibility.
Benin in January
January in Benin, what works
Match the plan to the forecast — a mix of indoor sights and outdoor time keeps it flexible.
What to pack: Check the forecast close to your trip and pack layers accordingly.
Holidays & events in Benin
- 1 JanuaryNew Year's Day
- 10 JanuaryFête du Vodoun
On public holidays banks and offices close, some sites change hours and transport shifts, but it's also the best way to see living tradition.
January in Benin, FAQ
Does it snow in Benin in January?
How many hours of daylight in Benin in January?
Is January a good time to visit Benin?
Benin — flights & hotels
Check prices for your dates. Booking early is well below the last-minute price.
Check flight prices to Benin, every airline at once.
Rates in Benin shift daily. See what your night costs now.
About this page
Written and checked by the Around the World team. We compare prices across the major providers, cross-check official sources, and update when something changes. We have no stake in any one provider — links are affiliate links, and the price is the same for you.
Sources: Climate: Open-Meteo 1991-2020 · Daylight: astronomical calculation · Holidays: date-holidays dataset