Timbuktu Weather and Climate: A Comprehensive Guide
The climate in Timbuktu is marked by big temperature swings throughout the year.
Temperatures range from very hot during the warmest months
to warm in the cooler months.
The city has a dry climate with very low precipitation levels.
Let’s explore the climate details in depth to provide you with a complete overview.
Average maximum day and minimum night temperature
In Timbuktu, temperatures differ significantly between summer and winter months. On average, daytime temperatures range from a very hot 43°C in May to a comfortable 29°C in January.
Nighttime temperatures can drop, with average lows reaching 15°C in January. Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.Temperature ranges by month
Precipitation and rainy days
Timbuktu sits in an arid zone with minimal moisture, averaging 115 mm of rainfall per year. The seasons in Timbuktu, bring significant changes in precipitation. The wettest month, August, receives moderate rainfall, with an average of 51 mm of precipitation. This rainfall is distributed across 8 rainy days. In contrast, the driest month, December, experiences much less rainfall, totaling 0.1 mm over 0 rainy days. These distinct seasonal differences provide diverse experiences throughout the year. For more details, please visit our Timbuktu Precipitation page.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
The sunniest days in Timbuktu occur in May, with around 9.2 hours of daily sunshine. Even in June, the least sunny month, Timbuktu doesn't shy away from the sun, still enjoying a comfortable 7.8 hours of daily sunlight. 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 Timbuktu.
The city experiences its highest humidity in August, reaching 56%. In April, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 15%. 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 over the year ranges from 1 m/s in October to 3 m/s in July.
The mean monthly wind speed over the year (meters per second)
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5 m/s
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Select a Month of Interest
Check the conditions for any month of the year.
The best time of year to visit Timbuktu in Mali
Other facts from our historical weather data:May has an average maximum temperature of 43°C and is the hottest month of the year.
The coolest month is January with an average maximum temperature of 29°C.
August tops the wettest month list with 51 mm of rainfall.
December is the driest month with 0 mm of precipitation.
May is the sunniest month with an average of 275 hours of sunshine.
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