Best Time to Visit Benguela, Benguela, Angola
Benguela is at its sunniest and driest in January–December.
The best time to visit Benguela for sunny, dry weather is May–January — 9 months of the year fit our sunny profiles at this specific location. The drier stretch runs through May–October and January; the wetter half falls in February–April and November–December. At the city itself, monthly average temperatures range from 20.9°C / 69.6°F in July to 27.8°C / 82°F in March, with rainfall from 0 mm / 0 in (June) to 138 mm / 5.4 in (March). These are point-value climate normals sampled at Benguela, Benguela, Angola's coordinates — usually more actionable for travellers than the country-wide average. Benguela's climate is broadly hot arid. The full month-by-month table below lets you match your travel window against our five weather profiles.
Recommended months
| Month | Temp | Rain | Feels like |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 26.2°C79.2°F | 20 mm0.8″ | Sunny & Hot |
| May | 25.3°C77.5°F | 4 mm0.2″ | Sunny & Hot, Sunny & Warm |
| June | 22°C71.6°F | 0 mm0″ | Sunny & Warm, Sunny & Mild |
| July | 20.9°C69.6°F | 0 mm0″ | Sunny & Warm, Sunny & Mild |
| August | 21.1°C70°F | 1 mm0″ | Sunny & Warm, Sunny & Mild |
| September | 22.8°C73°F | 2 mm0.1″ | Sunny & Warm |
| October | 24.4°C75.9°F | 11 mm0.4″ | Sunny & Warm |
| November | 25.4°C77.7°F | 30 mm1.2″ | Sunny & Hot, Sunny & Warm |
| December | 25.4°C77.7°F | 35 mm1.4″ | Sunny & Hot, Sunny & Warm |
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Benguela?
The best time to visit Benguela for sunny, dry weather is January, May, June, July, August, September, October, November, December. At the city itself, the warmest month is March averaging 27.8°C / 82°F, and the driest is June with about 0 mm / 0 in of rain. These are point-value climate normals sampled at Benguela's coordinates.
When is the rainy season in Benguela?
The rainy season at Benguela, Benguela runs through February–April and November–December, when monthly rainfall exceeds the annual median of about 20 mm / 0.8 in. The wettest single month is March (138 mm / 5.4 in).
What is the driest month in Benguela?
The driest month in Benguela is June, averaging about 0 mm / 0 in of rainfall. Temperature that month averages 22°C / 71.6°F.
What months should I avoid visiting Benguela?
The least comfortable months for travel to Benguela — based on point-value climate at the city — are February, March, April, June, July, August, September. These are the wettest or coolest months at this location. Rainfall peaks at 138 mm / 5.4 in in March, and the coldest month averages 20.9°C / 69.6°F.
Is Benguela climate different from Angola overall?
Yes, usually. Our Benguela figures are point-value climate normals sampled at the city itself, while our Angola figures are area-weighted averages across the whole country. The two can diverge substantially in geographically diverse or elevation-varied countries. The month-by-month table below reflects Benguela specifically — usually the more actionable data for a traveller planning to spend time in the city.