Entry · BJ
Benin Travel Guide
Republic of Benin
field notes
- Capital
- Porto-Novo
- Region
- Africa
- Currency
- West African CFA franc (Fr)
- Time Zone
- UTC+01:00
- Calling Code
- +229
- Plug Type
- C, E
- Voltage
- 220V / 50Hz
advertisement
field notes
Climate
✓ Best months: Jul, Aug, Sep
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Avg. Max Temp (°C) | 34.7°C | 36.5°C | 37.2°C | 35.8°C | 33.4°C | 31.1°C | 29.2°C | 28.8°C | 29.8°C | 31.8°C | 34.2°C | 34.4°C |
| Avg. Precipitation (mm) | 0mm | 0mm | 1mm | 2mm | 4mm | 5mm | 7mm | 9mm | 7mm | 3mm | 0mm | 0mm |
field notes
2026 Public Holidays
- 2026-01-01New Year's Day
- 2026-01-10Traditional Day
- 2026-04-05Easter Sunday
- 2026-04-06Easter Monday
- 2026-05-01Labour Day
- 2026-05-14Ascension Day
- 2026-05-25Whit Monday
- 2026-08-01Independence Day
- 2026-08-15Assumption Day
- 2026-10-26Armed Forces Day
- 2026-11-01All Saints' Day
- 2026-11-30National Day
- +2 more
margin note
Visa Checker
Check visa requirements for Benin passport holders
⚠ Travel information is for reference only. Conditions change frequently. Always verify with official sources before travel.