Porto-Novo, Benin: What to pack, what to wear, and when to go [2021]
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Contents
- When to go to Porto-Novo
- Important essentials for Porto-Novo
- Porto-Novo in January: weather and what to pack
- Porto-Novo in February: weather and what to pack
- Porto-Novo in March: weather and what to pack
- Porto-Novo in April: weather and what to pack
- Porto-Novo in May: weather and what to pack
- Porto-Novo in June: weather and what to pack
- Porto-Novo in July: weather and what to pack
- Porto-Novo in August: weather and what to pack
- Porto-Novo in September: weather and what to pack
- Porto-Novo in October: weather and what to pack
- Porto-Novo in November: weather and what to pack
- Porto-Novo in December: weather and what to pack
When to go to Porto-Novo, Benin
Based on the climate and weather in Porto-Novo, the best time to go is January. See below for details.
Important esssentials for Porto-Novo, Benin
Here are some general tips on what to wear in Porto-Novo, as well as several items to remember to pack when traveling there.
IMPORTANT COVID-19 PACKING ESSENTIALS
- proof of COVID-19 vaccination if you have it
- vaccine card protector
- N95 masks for top protection
- kids' KN95 masks
- hand sanitizer
- touchless thermometer
- travel disinfecting wipes (for plane, etc)
- A plug adapter that supports outlet types C and E. This one should work in most places, but check with your hotel.
- A portable power bank, like this one
- For this area, we suggest a good satellite phone. We recommend this satellite phoneHowever, in cities, a SIM card that works in Porto-Novo may be sufficient. A good global SIM card is this one, but check the details before buying.
- If you plan to visit a church, make sure to bring appropriate clothing
- If you plan to visit a mosque, pack clothing that covers the knees and shoulders
- Appropriate museum wear
- Emergency water purifier
- For families with young children:
- Idi Iroko travelers may do a lot of walking, so a lightweight backpack like this is essential
- Airplane or car necessities:
- Photography items that we like:
- cell phone photography gimbal
- camera drone for outdoor shots
- extra batteries
- extra memory cards
What to wear/what to pack for Porto-Novo, Benin by month
January
If you are traveling to Porto-Novo in January, you will notice that it very dry with almost no rain. Average temperatures (including nighttime) are in the low 80s F (high 20s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
- Sunglasses
- Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
- Waterproof sandals
- Insulated water bottle
- Skirts
- Dresses
- Bug repellent
- Shorts
- Short sleeve shirts
- If you're going to the beach,
February
February in Porto-Novo dry with little rain. Temperatures average in the 80s F (high 20s C), with daytime temperatures significantly higher.
What to wear/what to pack:
- Dresses
- Bug repellent
- Shorts
- Waterproof sandals
- Sunglasses
- Short sleeve shirts
- Insulated water bottle
- Skirts
- Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
- If you're going to the beach,
March
March here is consistently hot. Temperatures average in the 80s F (high 20s C), with daytime temperatures significantly higher. It rains about a third of the time.
What to wear/what to pack:
- Short sleeve shirts
- Sunglasses
- Shorts
- Skirts
- Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
- Insulated water bottle
- Bug repellent
- Dresses
- Waterproof sandals
- If you're going to the beach,
- A rain jacket to layer with another jacket
- Waterproof footwear. We like:
- A waterproof phone bag; we like this one
- Umbrella. This one is a perfect option.
- A waterproof luggage cover so your things stay dry. We like: this one
April
April can be very hot. Temperatures average in the low 80s F (high 20s C), with daytime temperatures significantly higher. It rains regularly.
What to wear/what to pack:
- Dresses
- Waterproof sandals
- Short sleeve shirts
- Bug repellent
- Insulated water bottle
- Skirts
- Sunglasses
- Shorts
- Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
- If you're going to the beach,
- A rain coat to layer with a coat
- Waterproof footwear. We recommend these:
- A waterproof phone bag; we like this one
- Wind resistant umbrella. This one is a perfect choice.
- A waterproof luggage cover so your things remain dry. We suggest: this one
May
May in Porto-Novo is really hot. Temperatures average in the low 80s F (high 20s C), with daytime temperatures significantly higher. It rains about half of the time.
What to wear/what to pack:
- Dresses
- Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
- Sunglasses
- Shorts
- Insulated water bottle
- Skirts
- Short sleeve shirts
- Bug repellent
- Waterproof sandals
- If you're going to the beach,
- A rain poncho to layer with a coat
- Waterproof footwear. We use:
- A waterproof phone bag; we like this one
- Windproof umbrella. This one is a great choice.
- A waterproof luggage cover so your belongings remain dry. We suggest: this one
June
June can be very hot. Temperatures average in the low 70s F (mid 20s C), with daytime temperatures significantly higher. It rains about half of the time.
What to wear/what to pack:
- Bug repellent
- Insulated water bottle
- Sunglasses
- Waterproof sandals
- Dresses
- Short sleeve shirts
- Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
- Shorts
- Skirts
- If you're going to the beach,
- A rain coat to layer with a coat
- Waterproof footwear. We like these:
- A waterproof phone bag; we like this one
- Wind resistant umbrella. This one is a perfect choice.
- A waterproof luggage cover so your suitcases don't get wet. We recommend: this one
July
Traveling to Porto-Novo in July, you will notice that it is extremely warm. Expect it to rain about half of the time. Average temperatures (including nighttime) are in the high 70s F (mid 20s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
- Insulated water bottle
- Shorts
- Skirts
- Sunglasses
- Short sleeve shirts
- Bug repellent
- Dresses
- Waterproof sandals
- Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
- If you're going to the beach,
- A rain coat to layer with another jacket
- Waterproof footwear. We use:
- A waterproof phone bag; we like this one
- Wind resistant umbrella. This one is an excellent choice.
- A waterproof luggage cover so your bags remain dry. We recommend: this one
August
If you are traveling to Porto-Novo in August, you will notice that it is hot. Expect it to rain 5-10 days this month. Average temperatures (including nighttime) are in the high 70s F (mid 20s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
- Short sleeve shirts
- Skirts
- Sunglasses
- Dresses
- Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
- Bug repellent
- Shorts
- Insulated water bottle
- Waterproof sandals
- If you're going to the beach,
- A rain poncho to layer with a coat
- Waterproof footwear. We use:
- A waterproof phone bag; we like this one
- Umbrella. This one is an excellent one to buy.
- A waterproof luggage cover so your bags don't get wet. We like: this one
September
September in Porto-Novo can be sweltering. Temperatures average in the high 70s F (mid 20s C), with daytime temperatures significantly higher. It rains 5-10 days this month.
What to wear/what to pack:
- Shorts
- Sunglasses
- Bug repellent
- Insulated water bottle
- Short sleeve shirts
- Waterproof sandals
- Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
- Skirts
- Dresses
- If you're going to the beach,
- A rain jacket to layer with another jacket
- Waterproof footwear. We recommend:
- A waterproof phone bag; we like this one
- Umbrella. This one is an excellent choice.
- A waterproof luggage cover so your bags stay dry. We suggest: this one
October
October is consistently hot. Temperatures average in the low 80s F (high 20s C), with daytime temperatures significantly higher. It rains a bit less than half of the time.
What to wear/what to pack:
- Bug repellent
- Dresses
- Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
- Waterproof sandals
- Skirts
- Short sleeve shirts
- Insulated water bottle
- Shorts
- Sunglasses
- If you're going to the beach,
- A rain poncho to layer with a coat
- Waterproof footwear. We like these:
- A waterproof phone bag; we like this one
- Windproof umbrella. This one is an excellent choice.
- A waterproof luggage cover so your belongings remain dry. We like: this one
November
November is extremely hot. Temperatures average in the low 80s F (high 20s C), with daytime temperatures significantly higher. It rains occasionally.
What to wear/what to pack:
- Short sleeve shirts
- Insulated water bottle
- Bug repellent
- Shorts
- Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
- Dresses
- Skirts
- Waterproof sandals
- Sunglasses
- If you're going to the beach,
- A rain jacket to layer with a jacket
- Waterproof footwear. We use:
- A waterproof phone bag; we like this one
- Wind resistant umbrella. This one is a great option.
- A waterproof luggage cover so your bags don't get wet. We suggest: this one
December
December very dry with almost no rain. Temperatures average in the low 80s F (high 20s C), with daytime temperatures significantly higher.
What to wear/what to pack:
- Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
- Insulated water bottle
- Short sleeve shirts
- Sunglasses
- Bug repellent
- Dresses
- Skirts
- Waterproof sandals
- Shorts
- If you're going to the beach,
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