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Mali Weather in April

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Mali in April.

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Bamako Mopti Kenieba Timbuktu

Are you planning a trip a to Mali in April and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.

What to Expect in Mali in April

April in Mali generally has temperatures that range from very warm to very hot, with precipitation levels ranging from almost none to low. April falls during the summer season.

Temperatures

The average highest temperatures fluctuate between very warm in Bissau at 35°C (95°F) to very hot in Mopti at 42°C (108°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 27°C (81°F) in Mopti and 24°C (75°F) in Bissau. On average, April is the warmest month of the year in Mali. So be prepared and pack summer clothes.

For a closer look at conditions across Mali, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

In April, precipitation varies across different areas. From almost no rainfall in Bissau with an average of 0.1 mm (0 in) to low rainfall in Bamako with 8.4 mm (0.3 in).

Average sunshine

Many locations offer abundant sunshine during this month. For instance, Bamako enjoys approximately 230 hours of sunlight, ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

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Best Places to Visit in Mali in April

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

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).

Popular Destinations in Mali

What is the weather like in April for some of the most popular destinations in Mali?

Temperature range in Mali (April)

Precipitation variation in Mali (April)

Bamako

In April Bamako generally has extremely high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 40°C (104°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C (79°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
39°C (102°F)
40°C (104°F)
39°C (102°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
26°C (79°F)
27°C (81°F)
Monthly sun hours
268 hours
230 hours
242 hours
Monthly rainfall
2.5 mm (0.1 in)
8.4 mm (0.3 in)
32 mm (1.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
a single day
3 days
6 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
unpleasant
poor
Climate in Bamako →

Mopti

In April Mopti generally has extremely high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 42°C (108°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 27°C (81°F) and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
39°C (102°F)
42°C (108°F)
42°C (108°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
27°C (81°F)
29°C (84°F)
Monthly sun hours
274 hours
255 hours
269 hours
Monthly rainfall
0.6 mm (0.02 in)
3.8 mm (0.1 in)
8.8 mm (0.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
0 days
a single day
4 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
unpleasant
unpleasant
Climate in Mopti →

Bissau

In April Bissau generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 35°C (95°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
35°C (95°F)
35°C (95°F)
34°C (93°F)
Min temperature
23°C (73°F)
24°C (75°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly sun hours
300 hours
297 hours
281 hours
Monthly rainfall
0.1 mm (0 in)
0.1 mm (0 in)
4.9 mm (0.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
0 days
a single day
3 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
tolerable
pleasant
Climate in Bissau →

Timbuktu

In April Timbuktu generally has extremely high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 41°C (106°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
37°C (99°F)
41°C (106°F)
43°C (109°F)
Min temperature
21°C (70°F)
25°C (77°F)
28°C (82°F)
Monthly sun hours
270 hours
255 hours
275 hours
Monthly rainfall
0.3 mm (0.01 in)
0.4 mm (0.02 in)
2.4 mm (0.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
0 days
0 days
a single day
Weather conditions
unpleasant
unpleasant
unpleasant
Climate in Timbuktu →

Kenieba

In April Kenieba generally has extremely high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 41°C (106°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 28°C (82°F) and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
40°C (104°F)
41°C (106°F)
40°C (104°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
28°C (82°F)
29°C (84°F)
Monthly sun hours
278 hours
262 hours
267 hours
Monthly rainfall
0.4 mm (0.02 in)
2 mm (0.1 in)
26 mm (1 in)
Monthly rainy days
0 days
a single day
5 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
unpleasant
unpleasant
Climate in Kenieba →

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Popular cities in April

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Mali in April.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Bamako 40°C (104°F) 26°C (79°F) 8.4 mm (0.3 in)
Mopti 42°C (108°F) 27°C (81°F) 3.8 mm (0.1 in)
Kenieba 41°C (106°F) 28°C (82°F) 2 mm (0.1 in)
Timbuktu 41°C (106°F) 25°C (77°F) 0.4 mm (0.02 in)
Bissau 35°C (95°F) 24°C (75°F) 0.1 mm (0 in)
Tessalit 39°C (102°F) 23°C (73°F) 0.3 mm (0.01 in)

Mali weather in April: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Mali in April?

Expect poor weather across Mali in April. The popular destination of Bamako averages 40°C (104°F) by day and 26°C (79°F) at night during this summer month.

What is the average temperature in Mali in April?

Average temperatures in Mali during April range from a nighttime low near 26°C (79°F) to a daytime high around 40°C (104°F) in Bamako.

Does Mali get a lot of rain in April?

Rain is generally moderate to light in Mali during April, with Bamako averaging close to 8.4 mm (0.3 in).

Is April a Good Time to Visit Mali?

In our view, April might not be the best time to travel to Mali with often unpleasant weather in Bamako.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in January offering mostly tolerable weather in Bamako. On the other hand, the months of February, March, April, May, June, July, August, October, November and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

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