Weather in Bamako
What's the weather like in Bamako?
Bamako has warm year-round and moderate rainfall spread across the year. Average daytime highs range from 33°C (91°F) in January to 30°C (87°F) in July, with overnight lows around 18°C (65°F) and 23°C (74°F) respectively.
No month in Bamako sits in the typical comfort range of 18–26°C. The most temperate months are usually August and September.
Quick facts
- Country
- 🇲🇱 Mali
- Region
- Africa
- Time zone
- Africa/Bamako
- Coordinates
- 12.639, -8.003
Monthly climate
Long-run averages for each month of the year.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rain days | Snow days |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 33°C / 91°F | 18°C / 65°F | 1 mm | 1 | — |
| February | 36°C / 96°F | 21°C / 70°F | 0 mm | 1 | — |
| March | 38°C / 100°F | 24°C / 76°F | 1 mm | 1 | — |
| April | 39°C / 103°F | 27°C / 80°F | 3 mm | 4 | — |
| May | 38°C / 100°F | 27°C / 80°F | 37 mm | 13 | — |
| June | 34°C / 94°F | 25°C / 77°F | 82 mm | 20 | — |
| July | 30°C / 87°F | 23°C / 74°F | 184 mm | 27 | — |
| August | 29°C / 84°F | 23°C / 73°F | 214 mm | 29 | — |
| September | 30°C / 86°F | 23°C / 73°F | 144 mm | 25 | — |
| October | 33°C / 91°F | 23°C / 74°F | 36 mm | 15 | — |
| November | 35°C / 94°F | 21°C / 71°F | 1 mm | 1 | — |
| December | 33°C / 91°F | 19°C / 66°F | 0 mm | 0 | — |
Bamako by month
Detailed weather for any specific month:
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Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Bamako?
The most comfortable months in Bamako are usually January, November, December, when average highs sit near 18–26°C (64–79°F) with relatively little rain. See the full month-by-month breakdown for the exact figures.
What is the hottest month in Bamako?
April is typically the hottest month in Bamako, averaging a high of 39°C (103°F).
What is the coldest month in Bamako?
January is usually the coldest, with average lows around 18°C (65°F).
Does it snow in Bamako?
Snow is rare in Bamako; the climate data shows essentially no snowfall across the year.
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