Bamako, Mali Climate & Monthly Averages
The climate of Bamako
Bamako has a tropical wet-and-dry climate, marked by year-round warmth split between a rainy season and a pronounced dry season. Average daytime highs range from about 91°F (33°C) in January to around 103°F (39°C) in April, and the city records roughly 88 days of measurable precipitation a year.
Climate quick facts
- Hottest month: April - highs near 103°F (39°C)
- Coldest month: January - highs near 91°F (33°C)
- Record high: 109°F (43°C) · Record low: 57°F (14°C) (2015–2024)
- Wettest month: August (23 rainy days) · Sunniest: February (10.8 h sun/day)
- Climate type: tropical wet-and-dry - year-round warmth split between a rainy season and a pronounced dry season
Temperatures through the year
The warmest stretch of the year centers on April. Highs average 103°F (39°C) and overnight lows stay near 80°F (27°C). The coolest month is January, with typical highs of 91°F (33°C) and lows around 65°F (18°C). Based on 2015–2024 weather data, temperatures have reached as high as 109°F (43°C) and dropped as low as 57°F (14°C).
Rain, sun and snow
August is usually the wettest month. It brings about 8.7 inches (220 mm) of rain over 23 days, while December is the driest. February brings the most sunshine, averaging 10.8 hours of sun a day.
Monthly climate table
| Month | High | Low | Rain days | Precipitation | Sunshine | Humidity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 91° | 65° | 0 | 0.1 in | 10.7 h/day | 20% |
| February | 96° | 70° | 0 | 0.0 in | 10.8 h/day | 16% |
| March | 100° | 76° | 0 | 0.0 in | 10.7 h/day | 20% |
| April | 103° | 80° | 1 | 0.1 in | 10.8 h/day | 28% |
| May | 100° | 80° | 5 | 1.2 in | 10.6 h/day | 46% |
| June | 95° | 78° | 11 | 3.0 in | 10.4 h/day | 64% |
| July | 87° | 74° | 20 | 7.6 in | 9.4 h/day | 80% |
| August | 84° | 73° | 23 | 8.7 in | 8.2 h/day | 84% |
| September | 86° | 73° | 18 | 5.6 in | 9.4 h/day | 83% |
| October | 91° | 74° | 8 | 2.0 in | 10.4 h/day | 70% |
| November | 94° | 70° | 0 | 0.0 in | 10.8 h/day | 37% |
| December | 92° | 67° | 0 | 0.0 in | 10.7 h/day | 24% |
Bamako month by month
Bamako weather in January
January brings highs around 91°F (33°C), lows near 65°F (18°C), about 0 wet days - typically the coldest month of the year in Bamako.
Bamako weather in February
February brings highs around 96°F (36°C), lows near 70°F (21°C), about 0 wet days - typically the sunniest month of the year in Bamako.
Bamako weather in March
March brings highs around 100°F (38°C), lows near 76°F (24°C), about 0 wet days.
Bamako weather in April
April brings highs around 103°F (39°C), lows near 80°F (27°C), about 1 wet days - typically the hottest month of the year in Bamako.
Bamako weather in May
May brings highs around 100°F (38°C), lows near 80°F (27°C), about 5 wet days.
Bamako weather in June
June brings highs around 95°F (35°C), lows near 78°F (25°C), about 11 wet days.
Bamako weather in July
July brings highs around 87°F (30°C), lows near 74°F (23°C), about 20 wet days.
Bamako weather in August
August brings highs around 84°F (29°C), lows near 73°F (23°C), about 23 wet days - typically the wettest month of the year in Bamako.
Bamako weather in September
September brings highs around 86°F (30°C), lows near 73°F (23°C), about 18 wet days.
Bamako weather in October
October brings highs around 91°F (33°C), lows near 74°F (23°C), about 8 wet days.
Bamako weather in November
November brings highs around 94°F (34°C), lows near 70°F (21°C), about 0 wet days.
Bamako weather in December
December brings highs around 92°F (33°C), lows near 67°F (19°C), about 0 wet days - typically the driest month of the year in Bamako.
Seasons in Bamako
March through May
March through May in Bamako turns very hot, with daytime highs averaging 101°F (38°C) and nights around 79°F (26°C); precipitation is infrequent.
June through August
June through August in Bamako brings hot afternoons, with daytime highs averaging 88°F (31°C) and nights around 75°F (24°C); expect showers on roughly 54 days across the season.
September through November
September through November in Bamako is hot, with daytime highs averaging 90°F (32°C) and nights around 72°F (22°C); expect showers on roughly 26 days across the season.
December through February
December through February in Bamako is intensely hot, with daytime highs averaging 93°F (34°C) and nights around 67°F (20°C); precipitation is infrequent.
Climate questions, answered
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Best time to visit Bamako
The best time to visit Bamako is generally January to March and May, when these months combine the driest skies with the most comfortable heat. Daytime temperatures in that window typically sit near 94°F (34°C).
Pack for Bamako with lightweight, breathable clothing and strong sun protection for the hot months; rain gear if you travel around August. Evenings can feel noticeably cooler than afternoons - April nights average 80°F (27°C).
Bamako temperature records (2015-2024)
Derived from ERA5 reanalysis data, 2015–2024. Official station records may differ.