🇲🇱 Bamako vs Cairo 🇪🇬

Bamako, Mali vs Cairo, Egypt — a side-by-side climate comparison to help you pick. Bamako is the warmer of the two — about 6 degrees warmer on average across the year. Cairo is drier, with roughly 132 fewer rainy days a year.

Climate at a glance

🇲🇱 Bamako🇪🇬 Cairo
Avg annual high34°C28°C
Hottest monthApril (39°C)June (35°C)
Coldest monthJanuary (18°C low)January (9°C low)
Rainy days / year1375
SnowRareRare
Best months to visitJanuary, November, DecemberFebruary, March, December

🇲🇱 Bamako

Best around January, November, December. Hottest in April (39°C), coldest lows in January (18°C).

🇪🇬 Cairo

Best around February, March, December. Hottest in June (35°C), coldest lows in January (9°C).

Frequently asked questions

Is Bamako or Cairo warmer?

Bamako is warmer overall, averaging about 6 degrees higher across the year.

Which is rainier, Bamako or Cairo?

Bamako is rainier — Cairo sees about 132 fewer rainy days per year.

When is the best time to visit Bamako vs Cairo?

Bamako is best around January, November, December; Cairo is best around February, March, December.

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