Visit Pays Dogon
We recommend visiting in December or January which is the coolest time in the year, however temperatures are still above 30 degrees Celsius (86 degrees Fahrenheit).
Tessalit in January averages 27°C (81°F) during the day and 12°C (54°F) at night. This is part of the winter season. Minimal rainfall is to be expected.
If you're a fan of comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, January is a great time to visit.
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36-year average (1984-2026)
Based on our historical records, temperatures in Tessalit typically stay consistent throughout January, with daily highs averaging around 27°C (81°F). Nights are cool, with lows around 14°C (57°F).
Browse day-by-day weather records for Tessalit spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
Find out more about the weather in Mali and which places have the best travel conditions in this month. See all of Mali in January →
Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).
Warm weather calls for comfortable, breathable clothing in January. Cotton t-shirts, shorts, light dresses, and sandals are perfect. You might still want a light layer for evenings or air-conditioned places (for example buses). Almost no rain is expected, so no need to bring rain gear. And with plenty of sunshine hours, don’t forget sunglasses, sunscreen, and maybe a sun hat.
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
Temperature Rainfall Sunshine Humidity Wind Speed
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Where to go in January - average daytime high across popular destinations.
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