AI-generatedBenguela at a glance
- Best time
- Jun – Oct
- Warmest month
- Apr · 31°
- Warmest sea
- Mar · 28.0°
- Sunshine a year
- 2,720 h
- Rain a year
- 308 mm
- Climate
- Tropical
- Time zone
- UTC+1
- Elevation
- 30 m
Climate in Benguela
Benguela has a tropical climate: it is warm all year round, and the seasons differ mainly in how much rain falls. April is the warmest month with average highs of 31 °C, while August is the coolest at 25 °C. With around 2,720 hours of sunshine a year, Benguela is sunny; September is the sunniest month with 8.7 hours a day.
Holiday weather through the year
Best time to visit Benguela
The best time to visit Benguela is from June to October. For a beach holiday – sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry – go all year round except in August. For sightseeing, day trips and hiking, conditions are most comfortable from June to October. The wettest month is March with 95 mm of precipitation.
Benguela through the seasons
How the weather changes over the seasons, with averages for each.
Benguela in spring
Sep – Nov
Excellent
- 26–29 °C by day
- Sea 24 °C
- 7.9 h of sun a day
- 7 rainy days in all
Benguela in summer
Dec – Feb
Good
- 29–30 °C by day
- Sea 27 °C
- 6.7 h of sun a day
- 18 rainy days in all
Benguela in autumn
Mar – May
Good
- 30–31 °C by day
- Sea 27 °C
- 7.2 h of sun a day
- 18 rainy days in all
Benguela in winter
Jun – Aug
Excellent
- 25–27 °C by day
- Sea 22 °C
- 8.0 h of sun a day
- 0 rainy days in all
Which month for what?
Beach & swimming
All year except Aug
Sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry
Sightseeing & hiking
Jun – Oct
15–28 °C and not too much rain
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Based on the climate averages; tap a month to see its details.
Weather in October
Weather in October
Holiday weather in October
Excellent
Best time to visit: June – October
Where to go in OctoberSea temperature in October
Good forBeach & swimmingSightseeing & walks
A typical day in October
- Morning, 08:00: about 24°
- Midday, 13:00: about 28°
- Afternoon, 16:00: about 27°
- Evening, 20:00: about 24°
- Night, 23:00: about 23°
05:4118:03
Warm enough for a T-shirt in the evening.
Estimated from the average high and low: coolest around sunrise, warmest in mid-afternoon.
Light for photos in October
- Golden hour
- Morning 05:28–06:09 · evening 17:35–18:16
- Blue hour
- Morning 05:20–05:28 · evening 18:16–18:24
Golden hour: the sun between 4° below and 6° above the horizon; blue hour: 6° to 4° below it. Times for the 15th of the month; mountains and clouds shift the light.
October in Benguela compared with home
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Early or late October?
In October, daytime highs rise from about 27° at the start of the month to 28° at the end. The sea warms from 23° to 25°. The days get 0.3 h longer.
| October | 1 Oct | 31 Oct |
|---|---|---|
| Daytime high | 27° | 28° |
| Night-time low | 20° | 22° |
| Sea | 23° | 25° |
| Daylight | 12.2 h | 12.5 h |
What is the weather like in Benguela in October?
In October, Benguela is hot: daytime highs average 28 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 21 °C. The sea averages 23.7 °C – pleasant for swimming. The sun shines for around 7.9 hours a day. It hardly ever rains. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, October is an excellent month for a holiday in Benguela.
More details for October
- Daylight
- 12 h 22 min05:41 – 18:03
- UV index
- 13 · extremeclear sky, noon (estimate)All months
- Muggy days
- 26 daysdew point 18 °C or moreAll months
- Wind
- 20 km/haverage daily peakAll months
- Cloud cover
- 60 %on averageAll months
- Hot days
- 1 day30 °C or moreAll months
- Time zone
- UTC+1offset from UTC
How the score comes together
- Temperatureweight 50 %92 %
- Sunshineweight 20 %82 %
- Few rainy daysweight 30 %100 %
Each factor is rated from 0 to 100 % and weighted for the travel style “City break”.
What to pack in October
- Swimwear
- Sunscreen
- Sunglasses & sun hat
- Light, breathable clothes
- Insect repellent
Compare two months in Benguela
Pick two months to see how the weather differs. A tick marks the clearly better value; for temperatures it depends on your plans.
September has the better holiday weather in Benguela: score 99 against 93. In September, days are 2 °C cooler than in October. The sea is 3 °C cooler in September. September has one rainy day fewer. The sun shines an hour longer a day in September.
| Month | October | September |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 93 | 99better |
| Daytime high | 28° | 26° |
| Night-time low | 21° | 19° |
| Sea | 23.7° | 21.2° |
| Sunshine | 7.9 h | 8.7 hbetter |
| Rainy days | 2 | 1better |
| Rainfall | 6 mm | 2 mm |
| Muggy days | 26 | 9better |
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Benguela month by month
The typical weather for every month at a glance.
76January29° · Sea 26° · 7.0 h
In January, Benguela is hot: daytime highs average 29 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 23 °C. The sea averages 26.4 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 7.0 hours a day. Rain falls on about 6 days, adding up to 37 mm. On about 8 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, January is a good month for a holiday in Benguela.
Benguela in January70February30° · Sea 27° · 6.7 h
In February, Benguela is hot: daytime highs average 30 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 24 °C. The sea averages 27.3 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 6.7 hours a day. Rain falls on about 6 days, adding up to 49 mm. On about 15 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, February is a good month for a holiday in Benguela.
Benguela in February54March30° · Sea 28° · 5.9 h
In March, Benguela is hot: daytime highs average 30 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 25 °C. The sea averages 28.0 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. Expect around 5.9 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 11 rainy days and 95 mm in total. On about 20 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, March is a so-so month for a holiday in Benguela.
Benguela in March64April31° · Sea 28° · 7.4 h
In April, Benguela is hot: daytime highs average 31 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 25 °C. The sea averages 27.5 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 7.4 hours a day. Rain falls on about 7 days, adding up to 47 mm. On about 24 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, April is a good month for a holiday in Benguela.
Benguela in April80May30° · Sea 26° · 8.4 h
In May, Benguela is hot: daytime highs average 30 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 22 °C. The sea averages 26.2 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 8.4 hours a day. It hardly ever rains. On about 16 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, May is an excellent month for a holiday in Benguela.
Benguela in May96June27° · Sea 24° · 7.8 h
In June, Benguela is warm: daytime highs average 27 °C, and nights cool down to about 19 °C. The sea averages 23.6 °C – pleasant for swimming. The sun shines for around 7.8 hours a day. It hardly ever rains. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, June is an excellent month for a holiday in Benguela.
Benguela in June96July25° · Sea 22° · 7.8 h
In July, Benguela is warm: daytime highs average 25 °C, and nights cool down to about 18 °C. The sea averages 21.8 °C – refreshing for a swim. The sun shines for around 7.8 hours a day. It hardly ever rains. All in all, July is an excellent month for a holiday in Benguela.
Benguela in July98August25° · Sea 21° · 8.3 h
In August, Benguela is warm: daytime highs average 25 °C, and nights cool down to about 18 °C. The sea averages 20.8 °C – refreshing for a swim. The sun shines for around 8.3 hours a day. It hardly ever rains. All in all, August is an excellent month for a holiday in Benguela.
Benguela in August99September26° · Sea 21° · 8.7 h
In September, Benguela is warm: daytime highs average 26 °C, and nights cool down to about 19 °C. The sea averages 21.2 °C – refreshing for a swim. The sun shines for around 8.7 hours a day. It hardly ever rains. All in all, September is an excellent month for a holiday in Benguela.
Benguela in September93October28° · Sea 24° · 7.9 h
In October, Benguela is hot: daytime highs average 28 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 21 °C. The sea averages 23.7 °C – pleasant for swimming. The sun shines for around 7.9 hours a day. It hardly ever rains. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, October is an excellent month for a holiday in Benguela.
Benguela in October79November29° · Sea 26° · 7.0 h
In November, Benguela is hot: daytime highs average 29 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 23 °C. The sea averages 26.0 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 7.0 hours a day. Rain is rare: about 5 days bring 25 mm in total. On about 5 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, November is a good month for a holiday in Benguela.
Benguela in November76December29° · Sea 26° · 6.5 h
In December, Benguela is hot: daytime highs average 29 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 23 °C. The sea averages 26.1 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 6.5 hours a day. Rain falls on about 6 days, adding up to 40 mm. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, December is a good month for a holiday in Benguela.
Benguela in DecemberClimate in detail
Climate through the year
Long-term monthly averages. Tap a month to see its details.
Nights and sleep in Benguela
How warm the nights get in each month, from the mean night-time low. Tap a month for details.
- Pleasant 15–20°
- Warm 20–24°
- Hot 24° and more
- muggy month (15+ muggy days)
WarmOctober: nights around 21°. Tropical nights: a fan or air conditioning helps. Muggy on about 26 days (dew point 18 °C or more).
The coolest nights are in August (18°), the warmest in March (25°). Tropical nights of 20 °C and more are the rule from October to May; then air conditioning or a fan helps you sleep. Nights are pleasant for sleeping (15 to 20 °C) from June to September. It is muggy (dew point 18 °C or more) on about 267 days a year, mostly from October to June.
Temperatures through the year
Average daytime high, night-time low and sea temperature per month.
| Month | Score | Day | Night | Sea | Sun | Rain days | Rain mm |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 76 | 29° | 23° | 26.4° | 7.0 h | 6 | 37 |
| FebruaryFeb | 70 | 30° | 24° | 27.3° | 6.7 h | 6 | 49 |
| MarchMar | 54 | 30° | 25° | 28.0° | 5.9 h | 11 | 95 |
| AprilApr | 64 | 31° | 25° | 27.5° | 7.4 h | 7 | 47 |
| MayMay | 80 | 30° | 22° | 26.2° | 8.4 h | 0 | 3 |
| JuneJun | 96 | 27° | 19° | 23.6° | 7.8 h | 0 | 2 |
| JulyJul | 96 | 25° | 18° | 21.8° | 7.8 h | 0 | 2 |
| AugustAug | 98 | 25° | 18° | 20.8° | 8.3 h | 0 | 1 |
| SeptemberSep | 99 | 26° | 19° | 21.2° | 8.7 h | 1 | 2 |
| OctoberOct | 93 | 28° | 21° | 23.7° | 7.9 h | 2 | 6 |
| NovemberNov | 79 | 29° | 23° | 26.0° | 7.0 h | 5 | 25 |
| DecemberDec | 76 | 29° | 23° | 26.1° | 6.5 h | 6 | 40 |
Climate averages 1996–2025 (sunshine partly WMO station normals 1991–2020), not a forecast. Data: Copernicus ERA5 / ERA5-Land via Open-Meteo.com (CC BY 4.0), NOAA OISST, WMO 1991–2020 (NOAA NCEI), GeoNames (CC BY 4.0). Sources & licences
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Sea temperature in Benguela
Monthly sea surface temperature with the range of cooler and warmer years.
8 in 10 years: 22.6 – 24.8 °C
Swimming season: all year
- cold
- fresh
- refreshing
- pleasant
- warm
- very warm
The sea temperature in Benguela ranges from 20.8 °C in August to 28.0 °C in March. At 20 °C and more, the sea is warm enough for swimming all year round.
The sea temperature varies from year to year: in March, eight out of ten years were between 27.0 and 29.2 °C.
| Month | Average | Cool year | Warm year | Feels |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 26.4° | 24.9° | 28.1° | warm |
| FebruaryFeb | 27.3° | 26.0° | 28.9° | warm |
| MarchMar | 28.0° | 27.0° | 29.2° | warm |
| AprilApr | 27.5° | 26.3° | 28.9° | warm |
| MayMay | 26.2° | 24.6° | 27.5° | warm |
| JuneJun | 23.6° | 22.5° | 24.6° | pleasant |
| JulyJul | 21.8° | 20.7° | 22.6° | refreshing |
| AugustAug | 20.8° | 19.5° | 21.8° | refreshing |
| SeptemberSep | 21.2° | 20.6° | 21.9° | refreshing |
| OctoberOct | 23.7° | 22.6° | 24.8° | pleasant |
| NovemberNov | 26.0° | 25.1° | 26.9° | warm |
| DecemberDec | 26.1° | 24.6° | 27.5° | warm |
Sunshine hours in Benguela
Average hours of bright sunshine per day, next to the length of the day. Tap a month to select it.
In October, the sun shines for about 7.9 of 12.4 hours of daylight in Benguela, 64 % of the daylight hours.
Sunshine hours: estimated from radiation data (ERA5, 1996–2025) and calibrated against measured station values; no weather station is close enough here. Daylight is the time from sunrise to sunset on the 15th of the month.
Rain in Benguela: rainy days and rainfall
A rainy day is a day with at least 1 mm of rain or snow; the amount is what falls in the whole month. Tap a month to select it.
In October, Benguela has about 2 rainy days with 6 mm of rain in total.
UV index in Benguela
How strong the sun is at noon, month by month, and how quickly unprotected skin burns.
- Clear-sky UV in October
- 13 · extremeAvoid the midday sun; SPF 50+, covering clothes, hat and sunglasses.
The sun is strongest in February (UV 13).
Minutes until sunburn in October
- Very fair skin
- about 10 min
- Fair skin
- about 15 min
- Light brown skin
- about 20 min
- Olive skin
- about 25 min
Rough guide for unprotected skin at noon under a clear sky; clouds lengthen the time, water, sand and snow shorten it. Sunscreen extends the time only partly.
Monthly values: clear-sky noon estimate from the sun's angle, ozone and altitude. UV today: Open-Meteo forecast.
Wind and clouds in Benguela
How breezy and how cloudy Benguela is through the year. Tap a month to select it on the whole page.
Wind
Typical daily peak of the wind in km/h: what the afternoon breeze usually reaches, not the gusts.
In October, the wind in Benguela typically peaks at 20 km/h during the day: Beaufort 4, moderate breeze.
Breezy months for windsurfing and kiting
From Beaufort 4 (20 km/h) the daily breeze is usually enough for windsurfing and often for kiting: Oct.
Clouds
Average share of the sky covered by cloud, day and night.
In October, cloud covers on average 60 % of the sky over Benguela: variable cloud, with about 7.9 hours of sunshine a day.
Wind: mean daily maximum of the hourly wind 10 m above ground (ERA5, 1996–2025). Gusts are stronger, and the model grid of about 28 km smooths out local effects such as capes and valley winds. Clouds: mean total cloud cover of all layers over day and night (ERA5, 1996–2025). Thin high cloud counts as cover even when the sun still shines through.
Heat and humidity in Benguela
How often the day gets hot in Benguela (30 °C and more), and in which months heat and humidity come together. Tap a month to select it.
Heat calendar
- pleasant
- some hot or muggy days
- often muggy
- often hot
- hot and muggy
In October, Benguela has about 1 hot day, with an average daytime high of 28 °C: often muggy. The air feels warmer than the thermometer says: light, airy clothes and slow days help.
Hot days reach at least 30 °C; a month counts as muggy when the mean dew point reaches 18 °C on at least 15 days. Averages from ERA5 and ERA5-Land, 1996–2025. Muggy nights through the year
Planning a trip to Benguela
Weather for your travel dates
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Benguela in the school holidays
How the weather suits the usual holiday periods. Dates vary by school and region, so each holiday uses the months it usually falls in.
Benguela has its best school-holiday weather during the summer holidays (score 97) and its weakest during the Easter holidays (score 61).
- 61
Easter holidays
Mar – Apr
Good
- 31 °C by day
- Sea 28 °C
- 7.0 h of sun a day
- 8 rainy days a month
Good for: Beach & swimming
- 83
May half-term
May – Jun
Excellent
- 29 °C by day
- Sea 26 °C
- 8.3 h of sun a day
- 0 rainy days a month
Good for: Beach & swimming
- 97
Summer holidays
Jul – Aug
ExcellentBest holidays
- 25 °C by day
- Sea 21 °C
- 8.1 h of sun a day
- 0 rainy days a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
- 93
October half-term
Oct
Excellent
- 28 °C by day
- Sea 24 °C
- 7.9 h of sun a day
- 2 rainy days a month
Good for: Beach & swimming, Sightseeing & walks
- 76
Christmas holidays
Dec – Jan
Good
- 29 °C by day
- Sea 26 °C
- 6.8 h of sun a day
- 6 rainy days a month
Good for: Beach & swimming
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Getting there
Flying from
- Nonstop flight
- about 9 h 15 min
- Distance
- 7,250 km
- Time zone
- UTC+1
- Jet lag
- Hardly any (under 3 h)
Estimated from the straight-line distance: 30 minutes for take-off and landing plus 830 km/h cruising speed.
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Benguela compared
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Benguela vs Lubango
In October Benguela has the better holiday weather (score 93 vs 63). During the day Lubango is 2 °C warmer than Benguela.
| in October | Benguela | Lubango |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 93 | 63 |
| Daytime high | 28° | 30° |
| Sea | 24° | no sea nearby |
| Sunshine | 8 h | 8 h |
| Rainy days | 2 | 11 |
| Best time | Jun – Oct | May – Aug |
Through the year
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- BenguelaThis page28°24°93
- 2Lubango30°63
- 3Luanda31°25°63
- 4Cabinda29°26°56
- 5M'banza-Kongo30°38
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Frequently asked questions about Benguela
When is the best time to visit Benguela?
The best time to visit Benguela is from June to October. That is when the holiday weather score, which combines temperature, sea, sunshine and rain, is highest.
How warm is the sea in Benguela?
The sea temperature in Benguela ranges from 20.8 °C in August to 28.0 °C in March. At 20 °C and more, the sea is warm enough for swimming all year round.
Can you swim in Benguela in October?
Yes. In October the sea averages 23.7 °C – pleasant for swimming.
What is the warmest month in Benguela?
April is the warmest month, with average highs of 31 °C and nights around 25 °C. August is the coolest month at 25 °C.
When does it rain most in Benguela?
The wettest month is March with 95 mm of precipitation. The driest month is August with 1 mm.
How many hours of sunshine does Benguela get?
Benguela gets around 2,720 hours of sunshine a year. The sunniest month is September with 8.7 hours a day; in March there are 5.9 hours a day.
What time zone is Benguela in?
Benguela is on UTC+1 all year.
How long is the flight from London to Benguela?
A nonstop flight from London to Benguela takes about 9 h 15 min, for a straight-line distance of about 7,250 km.
Which school holidays are best for Benguela?
Benguela has its best school-holiday weather during the summer holidays (score 97) and its weakest during the Easter holidays (score 61). Holiday ratings (0–100): Easter holidays 61, May half-term 83, summer holidays 97, October half-term 93, Christmas holidays 76.