December Weather in Benin City

Last updated: March 2, 2024

The weather in Benin City, Nigeria, during December is characterized by an average temperature of 27°C (81°F). Highs can soar to 35°C (96°F), while lows may dip to 20°C (68°F). Typically, the humidity level in Benin City throughout December hovers around 63%.

20°C (68°F)

Minimum temperature

27°C (81°F)

Average temperature

35°C (96°F)

Maximum temperature

63%

Humidity

Precipitation and Sunshine hours

In December, Benin City averages 31 mm (1.2 inches) of rainfall, typically over the course of 10 rainy days. The month enjoys an average of 11 hours 45 minutes of daylight, with the sun shining for approximately 9 hours 42 minutes each day. Additionally, there is a 43% probability of sunny days during this period.

31 mm (1.2 inches)

Precipitation

10 rainy days

Rainy days

9 hours 42 minutes

Sunshine hours

43%

Chance of sun

UV Index

In December, the UV Index in Benin City reaches a maximum of 9, indicating a level of VeryHigh exposure. The most intense UV radiation typically occurs between 12:00 and 14:00, during which unprotected skin may burn in as little as 15 minutes.

Average solar exposure data for the current time of the year. Actual values may vary and depend on many factors, such as cloud cover, vegetation cover, surface type, etc.
  07:00 08:00 09:00 10:00 11:00 12:00 13:00 14:00 15:00 16:00 17:00 18:00 19:00
UVI 1 1 3 5 7 9 9 8 5 3 1 1 0
Exposure Low Moderate High VeryHigh Moderate Low
Time to burn 45 min 30 min 25 min 15 min 30 min 45 min

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