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Tessalit weather in August (Mali)

Curious about the August weather in Tessalit? Here's what the weather might have in store during this month.

In August, Tessalit typically experiences very high temperatures and low rainfall. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around 42°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down, with temperatures gently dropping to a more temperate 28°C. Bear in mind, these are average temperatures, and it can get even warmer on particular days. Make sure to choose clothing that accommodates the warmth.

Tessalit in August usually receives low rainfall, averaging around 14 mm for the month. It's the month with the highest rainfall of the year, but the precipitation is still relatively light. When we look at the climate data from the last 30 years, we can expect around 5 days of rain.

The area experiences a moderate amount of sunshine, with approximately 154 hours of sunlight expected. This makes it neither too gloomy nor overly bright.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, August may not be the ideal month to visit Tessalit. January, February, November and December typically offer the best circumstances. While April, May, June, July, August, September and October tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Tessalit climate page with graphs.

 

Tessalit, monthly averages in August

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 28°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 42°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 17%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 14 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 5 days  
HumidityHumidity 45%  
WindspeedWindspeed 11 km/h  
SunshineSunshine 154 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine  

Where to go in Mali in August

Find out more about the weather in Mali in August and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in Tessalit in August?

It's going to be warm! Consider airy clothing, t-shirts, and other summer clothes. Shorts for men made of cotton or linen are good options for staying cool.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do in August.

Swimming
7/10
Camping
9/10

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