Royal Palaces of Abomey
Benin UNESCO World Heritage Site
The Royal Palaces of Abomey comprise a series of palace structures and the Historical Museum of Abomey. This UNESCO World Heritage site is one of the most looked-up sights in Benin, covering an area of 0.48 square kilometers.
Planning a visit
The driest months to visit are December and January, when rainfall is minimal at 12 mm and 9 mm respectively, with daily highs around 33 °C to 34 °C. Rainfall increases significantly from April through October, often exceeding 130 mm per month. Temperatures remain relatively consistent throughout the year, with daily highs ranging from 28 °C in July and August to 35 °C in February.
The nearest airport is Cotonou Cadjehoun International Airport, located 102 km away. The site is 104 km from Porto-Novo.
Weather by month
The warmest month is February, with an average high of 35 °C. The wettest is June, with about 182 mm of rain.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average high, °C | 34 | 35 | 34 | 33 | 31 | 29 | 28 | 28 | 29 | 30 | 31 | 33 |
| Average low, °C | 22 | 24 | 24 | 24 | 23 | 22 | 22 | 21 | 22 | 22 | 23 | 23 |
| Rainfall, mm | 9 | 27 | 79 | 135 | 151 | 182 | 167 | 130 | 175 | 134 | 27 | 12 |
| Rainy days | 2 | 6 | 19 | 23 | 24 | 26 | 26 | 23 | 28 | 26 | 9 | 3 |
Temperatures and rainfall: 1981–2010 averages for this spot (4 km grid), from CHELSA. Rainy days: 2015–2024, NASA POWER.
