Rainiest Cities in Benin

Top 76 cities ranked by rainiest cities

Best Benin Cities

Composite rankings combining multiple weighted metrics — 4 topics from climate and air quality data.

Best Climate Cities

Warm temperatures, plenty of sunshine and clean air.

Cleanest Air Cities

Lowest pollution levels for healthy outdoor living.

Sunniest Cities

Most days of sunshine per year, with warm and dry climate.

Most Urban Cities

Densely populated city centers with the largest urban footprints.

Population & Density

Largest Cities Smallest Cities Most Dense Least Dense

Climate & Air

Warmest Cities Coldest Cities Rainiest Cities Driest Cities Sunniest Cities

Geography & Infrastructure

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All Countries · Benin

Rainiest Cities — Benin

1 Adjarra 16 50.5"

2 Banigbé 17 50.5"

3 Ouaké 13 49.5"

4 Semi 16 49.4"

5 Porto-Novo 16 49.4"

6 Ekpé 16 49.4"

7 Djougou 13 47.6"

8 Zounké 16 47.3"

9 Missérété 16 47.3"

10 Avrankou 16 47.3"

11 Bassila 13 46.7"

12 Abomey-Calavi 09 46.5"

13 Natitingou 08 46.5"

14 Godomè 09 46.5"

15 Ganvié 09 46.5"

16 Cotonou 14 46.5"

17 Sakété 17 46.3"

18 Kopargo 13 45.9"

19 Hévié 09 45.8"

20 Pobé 17 45.1"

21 Zinvié 09 45.0"

22 Kétou 17 44.5"

23 Kouandé 09 44.1"

24 Ouidah 09 44.1"

25 Guilmaro 08 43.8"

26 Dassa-Zoumè 11 43.5"

27 Toukountouna 08 43.5"

28 Zé 09 43.0"

29 Péhonko 08 43.0"

30 Tobré 08 43.0"

31 Parakou 10 43.0"

32 Boukoumbé 08 42.9"

33 Adjaouèrè 17 42.9"

34 Tori-Bossito 09 42.8"

35 Allada 09 42.8"

36 Glazoué 11 42.7"

37 Pèrèrè 10 42.7"

38 Tanguiéta 08 42.7"

39 Banté 11 42.6"

40 Nikki 10 42.5"

41 Tchaourou 10 42.5"

42 Cobly 08 42.5"

43 Bétérou 10 42.3"

44 Kalalé 10 41.9"

45 Ndali 10 41.9"

46 Comé 11 41.7"

47 Cové 18 41.7"

48 Bohicon 18 41.6"

49 Kérou 08 41.5"

50 Bembèrèkè 10 41.3"

51 Sinendé 10 41.2"

52 Savé 11 41.2"

53 Ouinhi 18 40.9"

54 Ségbana 07 40.8"

55 Savalou 11 40.8"

56 Kpozoun 18 40.7"

57 Djidja 18 40.4"

58 Abomey 18 40.2"

59 Agoué 15 40.2"

60 Grand-Popo 15 40.2"

61 Matéri 08 40.1"

62 Djakotomé 12 40.0"

63 Aplahoué 12 40.0"

64 Athiémé 15 39.8"

65 Sé 15 39.8"

66 Lokossa 15 39.8"

67 Ouessé 11 39.6"

68 Gogounou 07 39.2"

69 Dogbo 12 39.0"

70 Lalo 12 38.9"

71 Klouékanmè 12 38.9"

72 Toviklin 12 38.9"

73 Kandi 07 38.5"

74 Sam 07 38.3"

75 Banikoara 07 37.3"

76 Malanville 07 30.5"

The rainiest cities in Benin receive the highest annual precipitation, creating lush green landscapes and abundant water resources. Adjarra leads with 50.5 inches of precipitation annually.

High rainfall supports diverse ecosystems, extensive park systems, and reliable water supplies. These cities often feature vibrant gardens, green spaces, and agricultural communities that benefit from consistent moisture throughout the year.

While abundant rainfall supports lush environments, it can also bring challenges including flooding risks, high humidity, and more frequent overcast days. Many rainy cities have adapted with robust drainage systems, covered public spaces, and a cultural embrace of indoor activities.

Did You Know?

1. Adjarra receives 50.5" of precipitation annually — that's about 4.2 feet of water.
2. The rainiest cities in the U.S. are primarily in the Southeast and Pacific Northwest, though for very different reasons — tropical moisture vs. marine influence.
3. High rainfall areas tend to have lower wildfire risk and more reliable municipal water supplies.

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