Tessalit Weather and Climate: A Comprehensive Guide
The temperature in Tessalit can vary greatly throughout the year.
The temperatures shift from very hot
to warm.
The city sits in an arid zone with minimal moisture.
Now, let’s break down all the climate details for a clearer picture.
Average maximum day and minimum night temperature
Depending on the time of the year, temperatures range from very hot to comfortable in Tessalit. Average daytime temperatures reach a very hot 44°C in June. In January, the coolest month of the year, temperatures drop to a comfortable 27°C.
At night, you can expect cooler temperatures, with averages dropping to around 12°C during this month. Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.Temperature ranges by month
Precipitation and rainy days
Tessalit has a dry climate with very low precipitation, averaging 35 mm of rainfall annually. Despite minor fluctuations, Tessalit enjoys fairly consistent precipitation throughout the year. In August, you can expect around 14 mm of precipitation, while in November, Tessalit receives about 0.1 mm.The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail and snow
The average number of days each month with precipitation
Sunshine over the year
Tessalit can be enjoyed more throughout the sunniest month of May under a blue sky, with approximately 9.0 hours of sunshine daily. In contrast, the city experiences much darker days in July, with only 4.7 hours of sunlight per day. Visit our detailed sunshine hours page for more information.Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
Average humidity
The relative humidity is low throughout the year in Tessalit.
The city experiences its highest humidity in August, reaching 45%. In May, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 18%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
Relative humidity over the year
Average wind speed
The mean wind speed varies between 2 m/s and 3 m/s throughout the year. It is lowest in November and highest during January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and December.
The mean monthly wind speed over the year (meters per second)
almost clear and no rain clear and no rain almost clear and no rainForecast for Tessalit
6 m/s
8 m/s
8 m/s
Select a Month of Interest
Check the conditions for any month of the year.
The best time of year to visit Tessalit in Mali
Other facts from our historical weather data:August tops the wettest month list with 14 mm of rainfall.
November is the driest month with 0 mm of precipitation.
May is the sunniest month with an average of 271 hours of sunshine.
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