Bamako Weather and Climate: A Comprehensive Guide
Bamako has a Tropical Wet & Dry climate. It's the perfect destination to visit in December and January when it's winter in the western world. The temperatures in this period are high, but it's dry.
The hottest time of year in Bamako is in April when it is 39°C on average. The vast majority of all precipitation falls during the rainy season that starts at the end of May and continues until the end of September.
Average maximum day and minimum night temperature
The weather in Bamako changes moderately throughout the year, offering enough variation to appreciate each season. On average, daytime temperatures range from a very hot 40°C in April to a very warm 31°C in January.
Nighttime temperatures can drop, with average lows reaching 18°C in January. Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.Temperature ranges by month
Precipitation and rainy days
Generally, Bamako experiences moderate precipitation patterns, averaging 840 mm yearly. The seasons in Bamako, bring significant changes in precipitation. The wettest month, August, receives heavy rainfall, with an average of 264 mm of precipitation. This rainfall is distributed across 17 rainy days. In contrast, the driest month, December, experiences much less rainfall, totaling 0.2 mm over 0 rainy days. These distinct seasonal differences provide diverse experiences throughout the year. For more details, please visit our Bamako 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
Bamako enjoys sunny spells year-round. November sees up to 9.3 hours of daily sunshine, perfect for a sunny trip. July, the least sunny month, still offers a generous 7.2 hours of sun despite this cloudier time of the year. Visit our detailed sunshine hours page for more information.Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
Average humidity
The relative humidity is moderate throughout the year in Bamako.
The city experiences its highest humidity in August, reaching 81%. In February, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 20%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
Relative humidity over the year
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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 Bamako in Mali
Other facts from our historical weather data:Most rainfall (rainy season) is seen in July, August and September.
Yes, the months of January, February, March, April, November and December are very dry.
April has an average maximum temperature of 40°C and is the hottest month of the year.
The coolest month is January with an average maximum temperature of 31°C.
August tops the wettest month list with 264 mm of rainfall.
December is the driest month with 0 mm of precipitation.
November is the sunniest month with an average of 280 hours of sunshine.
No idea where to travel to this year? We have a tool that recommends destinations based on your ideal conditions. Find out where to go with our weather planner.
