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Mali Weather in February

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

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Bamako Mopti Kenieba Timbuktu

Planning a trip to Mali this February? Here's what you need to know about the weather:

What to Expect in Mali in February

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

Temperatures

During the day the temperature is very warm in Tessalit at 30°C (86°F) and very hot in Kenieba at 37°C (99°F). As night falls, temperatures generally drop to 22°C (72°F) in Kenieba and 15°C (59°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.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Mali, check out the map below.

Precipitation

February is a very dry month with an average rainfall of around 0.8 mm (0.03 in) in Bamako.

Average sunshine

Several destinations enjoy plenty of sunshine this month. Bamako sees close to 253 hours of sunlight, making it great for sun lovers.

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Best Places to Visit in Mali in February

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Mali.

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 February for some of the most popular destinations in Mali?

Temperature range in Mali (February)

Precipitation variation in Mali (February)

Bamako

In February Bamako generally has extremely high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 36°C (97°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 21°C (70°F) and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« January
February
March »
January
February
March
Max temperature
33°C (91°F)
36°C (97°F)
39°C (102°F)
Min temperature
18°C (64°F)
21°C (70°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly sun hours
277 hours
253 hours
268 hours
Monthly rainfall
1.4 mm (0.1 in)
0.8 mm (0.03 in)
2.5 mm (0.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
0 days
0 days
a single day
Weather conditions
perfect
unpleasant
unpleasant
Climate in Bamako →

Mopti

In February Mopti generally has extremely high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 36°C (97°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 20°C (68°F) and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« January
February
March »
January
February
March
Max temperature
33°C (91°F)
36°C (97°F)
39°C (102°F)
Min temperature
18°C (64°F)
20°C (68°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly sun hours
273 hours
270 hours
274 hours
Monthly rainfall
0.9 mm (0.04 in)
0.2 mm (0.01 in)
0.6 mm (0.02 in)
Monthly rainy days
0 days
0 days
0 days
Weather conditions
perfect
unpleasant
unpleasant
Climate in Mopti →

Bissau

In February Bissau generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 34°C (93°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 22°C (72°F) and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« January
February
March »
January
February
March
Max temperature
33°C (91°F)
34°C (93°F)
35°C (95°F)
Min temperature
21°C (70°F)
22°C (72°F)
23°C (73°F)
Monthly sun hours
250 hours
243 hours
300 hours
Monthly rainfall
0.6 mm (0.02 in)
0.8 mm (0.03 in)
0.1 mm (0 in)
Monthly rainy days
0 days
0 days
0 days
Weather conditions
perfect
pleasant
tolerable
Climate in Bissau →

Timbuktu

In February Timbuktu generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 33°C (91°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 18°C (64°F) and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« January
February
March »
January
February
March
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
33°C (91°F)
37°C (99°F)
Min temperature
15°C (59°F)
18°C (64°F)
21°C (70°F)
Monthly sun hours
264 hours
250 hours
270 hours
Monthly rainfall
1.1 mm (0.04 in)
0.2 mm (0.01 in)
0.3 mm (0.01 in)
Monthly rainy days
0 days
0 days
0 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
unpleasant
Climate in Timbuktu →

Kenieba

In February Kenieba generally has extremely high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 37°C (99°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 22°C (72°F) and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« January
February
March »
January
February
March
Max temperature
35°C (95°F)
37°C (99°F)
40°C (104°F)
Min temperature
20°C (68°F)
22°C (72°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly sun hours
261 hours
256 hours
278 hours
Monthly rainfall
0.6 mm (0.02 in)
0.3 mm (0.01 in)
0.4 mm (0.02 in)
Monthly rainy days
0 days
0 days
0 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
unpleasant
unpleasant
Climate in Kenieba →

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In our records: Mali February extremes

Notable February records observed across cities in Mali in our climate database (1976 – 2026). Historic readings can vary in quality, so treat these as illustrative.

  • Based on our data, the coldest February night in Mali dropped to 4°C (39°F) in Tessalit on February 6, 2012.

Popular cities in February

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Bamako 36°C (97°F) 21°C (70°F) 0.8 mm (0.03 in)
Mopti 36°C (97°F) 20°C (68°F) 0.2 mm (0.01 in)
Kenieba 37°C (99°F) 22°C (72°F) 0.3 mm (0.01 in)
Timbuktu 33°C (91°F) 18°C (64°F) 0.2 mm (0.01 in)
Bissau 34°C (93°F) 22°C (72°F) 0.8 mm (0.03 in)
Tessalit 30°C (86°F) 15°C (59°F) 0.6 mm (0.02 in)

Mali weather in February: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Mali in February?

Expect poor weather across Mali in February. The popular destination of Bamako averages 36°C (97°F) by day and 21°C (70°F) at night during this month.

What is the average temperature in Mali in February?

Average temperatures in Mali during February range from a nighttime low near 21°C (70°F) to a daytime high around 36°C (97°F) in Bamako.

Does Mali get a lot of rain in February?

February is on the drier side in Mali. Bamako averages only about 0.8 mm (0.03 in), with most days staying dry.

Is February a Good Time to Visit Mali?

Given the typically unpleasant weather conditions in Bamako, February may not be the ideal time to visit Mali.

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

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