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).
With daytime temperatures of 37°C (99°F) and nighttime lows of 21°C (70°F), March in Timbuktu brings extremely high temperatures during the day. Minimal rainfall makes it a largely dry month.
If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, March may not be the ideal month to visit Timbuktu. Our weather planner can help you explore destinations with more pleasant weather conditions.
Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Timbuktu - and find the best time to visit.
49-year average (1976-2025)
Based on our historical records, temperatures in Timbuktu typically rise from around 34°C (93°F) at the start of March to approximately 38°C (100°F) by the end. Nights are warm, with lows typically ranging from 19°C (66°F) to 24°C (75°F).
Browse day-by-day weather records for Timbuktu spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
The extremes listed below come from historical weather data collected in Timbuktu from 2006 through 2026.
Find out more about the weather in Mali and which places have the best travel conditions in this month. See all of Mali in March →
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).
Hot weather in March means keeping cool is the priority. Loose-fitting clothes in natural fabrics work best. Pack plenty of shorts, tank tops, and breathable shirts. Don't forget a hat, swimwear, and comfortable sandals. You'll definitely want to pack sunglasses and sunscreen. There will be plenty of bright sunshine this month.
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 March - average daytime high across popular destinations.
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