Tessalit Temperatures: Monthly Averages and Year-Round Insights
On this page, we’ll explore Tessalit’s temperature statistics in detail, including day and night variations and monthly averages. We’ll also compare the annual temperature to other cities in Mali.
Monthly Temperature Averages
Visitors to Tessalit can expect significant temperature changes throughout the year. On average, maximum daytime temperatures range from a very hot 44°C in June to a warm 27°C in January. Nighttime temperatures can drop, with averages reaching 12°C in January.
The chart below illustrates the average maximum day and minimum night temperatures in Tessalit by month:
The lowest temperatures typically occur between 4 AM and 6 AM, while the peak temperatures are generally observed around 3 PM, coinciding with the sun’s strongest heating effect. June, the city’s warmest month, enjoys 166 hours of sunshine.
The chart below shows the average temperature throughout the year:
January, the city’s coldest month, sees about 1.6 mm of rainfall spread over roughly 0 days. It records 253 hours of sunshine of sunshine.
Annual Temperatures in Mali Compared
The map below shows the annual temperature across Mali. You can also select the different months in case you are interested in a specific month.
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Tessalit Temperatures Compared World Wide
Tessalit’s average annual maximum temperature is 37°C. Let’s compare this with some popular tourist destinations:
Athens, Greece, experiences an average annual temperature of 23°C, with hot summers and mild winters typical of a Mediterranean climate.
In Toronto, Canada, the average annual temperature is 13°C, with snowy winters and warm summers.
In Shanghai, China, the annual average temperature is 21°C, offering warm summers and mild winters.
In Tokyo, Japan, the average annual temperature is 21°C, expect warmer summers and milder winters.
How does the temperature feel?
Humidity is an essential factor in how you experience temperature. When a warm period is accompanied by high humidity, it results in a higher perceived temperature. This is especially true when temperatures exceed 25°C, as it can cause greater discomfort.
In Tessalit, during the coolest month, January, you will experience 25% humidity, which is considered low. This is accompanied by an average maximum temperature of 27°C. In the warmest month, June, the humidity is 22% combined with an average maximum temperature of 44°C, which creates a low-feel temperature. Explore our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
How are these Temperatures Measured?
Generally, temperature data depicting climate is usually given over a 30-year average in order to reduce short-term fluctuations and reveal better long-term trends in climate conditions.
This temperature data is taken from land-based thermometers, ocean buoys, ships, and satellites. These measurements are transmitted to weather stations and climate centers around the globe where they are processed, averaged, and analyzed in order to monitor the trends and create climate models.
Temperatures in the Mountains
Although not all regions have mountains, elevated areas exhibit distinct temperature variations.
- Sun Exposure: Sunlit slopes tend to be warmer, while shaded areas remain cooler.
- Altitude Effects: Temperatures drop by approximately 6°C for every 1,000 meters of elevation, creating distinct microclimates.
For more detailed information about Tessalit’s weather, including monthly rainfall, sunshine hours, and humidity levels, visit our Tessalit climate page.
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