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Mali Weather in December

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

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Bamako Mopti Kenieba Timbuktu

Planning a journey to Mali this December and curious over the weather conditions to await? Your essential details are found on this page, answering your query:

What to Expect in Mali in December

December in Mali generally has temperatures that range from warm to very warm, with almost no precipitation.

Temperatures

Based on our climate data spanning from 1990-2020, the average maximum temperature is warm in Tessalit at 29°C (84°F) to very warm in Kenieba at 35°C (95°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 19°C (66°F) in Kenieba and 14°C (57°F) in Tessalit. The temperatures mentioned for both day and night are typical averages. However some days might get even hotter. It's best to stay prepared by wearing cloths suitable for the warmth.

For specific regional insights in Mali, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

December is a very dry month with an average rainfall of around 0.2 mm (0.01 in) in Bamako. Based on climate data from the last 30 years, Bamako typically sees the least rain in this month, making it the driest month of the year.

Average sunshine

Most destinations offer generous amounts of sunshine this December. For example, Bamako gets approximately 270 hours of sunlight, perfect for anyone wanting bright, sunny days.

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Best Places to Visit in Mali in December

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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 December for some of the most popular destinations in Mali?

Temperature range in Mali (December)

Precipitation variation in Mali (December)

Bamako

In December Bamako generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 34°C (93°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 18°C (64°F) and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
36°C (97°F)
34°C (93°F)
33°C (91°F)
Min temperature
20°C (68°F)
18°C (64°F)
18°C (64°F)
Monthly sun hours
280 hours
270 hours
277 hours
Monthly rainfall
2 mm (0.1 in)
0.2 mm (0.01 in)
1.4 mm (0.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
0 days
0 days
0 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
pleasant
perfect
Climate in Bamako →

Mopti

In December Mopti generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 34°C (93°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 19°C (66°F) and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
37°C (99°F)
34°C (93°F)
33°C (91°F)
Min temperature
22°C (72°F)
19°C (66°F)
18°C (64°F)
Monthly sun hours
282 hours
264 hours
273 hours
Monthly rainfall
0.4 mm (0.02 in)
0.1 mm (0 in)
0.9 mm (0.04 in)
Monthly rainy days
0 days
0 days
0 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
pleasant
perfect
Climate in Mopti →

Bissau

In December Bissau generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 33°C (91°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 22°C (72°F) and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
33°C (91°F)
33°C (91°F)
33°C (91°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
22°C (72°F)
21°C (70°F)
Monthly sun hours
234 hours
234 hours
250 hours
Monthly rainfall
21 mm (0.8 in)
1.6 mm (0.1 in)
0.6 mm (0.02 in)
Monthly rainy days
2 days
a single day
0 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Bissau →

Timbuktu

In December Timbuktu generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C (88°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 17°C (63°F) and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
35°C (95°F)
31°C (88°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
20°C (68°F)
17°C (63°F)
15°C (59°F)
Monthly sun hours
274 hours
259 hours
264 hours
Monthly rainfall
0.3 mm (0.01 in)
0.1 mm (0 in)
1.1 mm (0.04 in)
Monthly rainy days
0 days
0 days
0 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
perfect
perfect
Climate in Timbuktu →

Kenieba

In December Kenieba generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 35°C (95°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 19°C (66°F) and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
36°C (97°F)
35°C (95°F)
35°C (95°F)
Min temperature
21°C (70°F)
19°C (66°F)
20°C (68°F)
Monthly sun hours
253 hours
255 hours
261 hours
Monthly rainfall
5.4 mm (0.2 in)
0.4 mm (0.02 in)
0.6 mm (0.02 in)
Monthly rainy days
a single day
0 days
0 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
tolerable
tolerable
Climate in Kenieba →

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Popular cities in December

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Bamako 34°C (93°F) 18°C (64°F) 0.2 mm (0.01 in)
Mopti 34°C (93°F) 19°C (66°F) 0.1 mm (0 in)
Kenieba 35°C (95°F) 19°C (66°F) 0.4 mm (0.02 in)
Timbuktu 31°C (88°F) 17°C (63°F) 0.1 mm (0 in)
Bissau 33°C (91°F) 22°C (72°F) 1.6 mm (0.1 in)
Tessalit 29°C (84°F) 14°C (57°F) 0.4 mm (0.02 in)

Mali weather in December: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Mali in December?

December in Mali brings poor weather. In Bamako, daytime temperatures are typically around 34°C (93°F) and nighttime lows hover near 18°C (64°F).

What is the average temperature in Mali in December?

Daytime temperatures in Bamako peak at roughly 34°C (93°F) in December, dropping to about 18°C (64°F) overnight.

Does Mali get a lot of rain in December?

Not particularly. Bamako averages just 0.2 mm (0.01 in) of rain in December, making it a mostly dry month for Mali.

Is December a Good Time to Visit Mali?

In our opinion, December may not be the ideal time to visit Mali due to the typically pleasant weather in Bamako.

On average, the best time to visit Mali is in January with generally 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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We recommend visiting in December or January which is the coolest time in the year, however temperatures are still above 30 degrees Celsius (86 degrees Fahrenheit).
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