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Mali Weather in June

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

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Bamako Mopti Kenieba Timbuktu

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

What to Expect in Mali in June

Mali offers a broad spectrum of weather patterns. In June, one might encounter temperatures that range from very warm to very hot, and precipitation levels ranging from almost none to high.

Temperatures

Based on our climate data spanning from 1990-2020, the average maximum temperature is very warm in Bissau at 33°C (91°F) to very hot in Tessalit at 44°C (111°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 30°C (86°F) in Tessalit and 26°C (79°F) in Bissau. These night and day temperatures are average and some days may be even warmer. So be prepared and dress for the heat.

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

Precipitation

In June, precipitation varies across different areas. From almost no rainfall in Tessalit with an average of 2.8 mm (0.1 in) to high rainfall in Kenieba with 112 mm (4.4 in).

Average sunshine

Many locations offer abundant sunshine during this month. For instance, Bamako enjoys approximately 233 hours of sunlight, ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

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Best Places to Visit in Mali in June

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 June for some of the most popular destinations in Mali?

Temperature range in Mali (June)

Precipitation variation in Mali (June)

Bamako

In June Bamako generally has extremely high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 36°C (97°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« May
June
July »
May
June
July
Max temperature
39°C (102°F)
36°C (97°F)
32°C (90°F)
Min temperature
27°C (81°F)
25°C (77°F)
23°C (73°F)
Monthly sun hours
242 hours
233 hours
215 hours
Monthly rainfall
32 mm (1.3 in)
95 mm (3.7 in)
207 mm (8.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
6 days
12 days
17 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Bamako →

Mopti

In June Mopti generally has extremely high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 40°C (104°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 28°C (82°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« May
June
July »
May
June
July
Max temperature
42°C (108°F)
40°C (104°F)
36°C (97°F)
Min temperature
29°C (84°F)
28°C (82°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly sun hours
269 hours
242 hours
244 hours
Monthly rainfall
8.8 mm (0.3 in)
29 mm (1.1 in)
85 mm (3.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
4 days
8 days
12 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
unpleasant
poor
Climate in Mopti →

Bissau

In June Bissau generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 33°C (91°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C (79°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« May
June
July »
May
June
July
Max temperature
34°C (93°F)
33°C (91°F)
31°C (88°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
26°C (79°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly sun hours
281 hours
215 hours
157 hours
Monthly rainfall
4.9 mm (0.2 in)
86 mm (3.4 in)
349 mm (14 in)
Monthly rainy days
3 days
10 days
18 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
pleasant
poor
Climate in Bissau →

Timbuktu

In June Timbuktu generally has extremely high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 42°C (108°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 30°C (86°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« May
June
July »
May
June
July
Max temperature
43°C (109°F)
42°C (108°F)
40°C (104°F)
Min temperature
28°C (82°F)
30°C (86°F)
28°C (82°F)
Monthly sun hours
275 hours
235 hours
249 hours
Monthly rainfall
2.4 mm (0.1 in)
7 mm (0.3 in)
29 mm (1.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
a single day
3 days
7 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
unpleasant
unpleasant
Climate in Timbuktu →

Kenieba

In June Kenieba generally has extremely high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 36°C (97°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C (79°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« May
June
July »
May
June
July
Max temperature
40°C (104°F)
36°C (97°F)
32°C (90°F)
Min temperature
29°C (84°F)
26°C (79°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly sun hours
267 hours
231 hours
189 hours
Monthly rainfall
26 mm (1 in)
112 mm (4.4 in)
227 mm (8.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
5 days
12 days
18 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
poor
poor
Climate in Kenieba →

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In our records: Mali June extremes

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

  • In our records, the warmest June day in Mali reached 49°C (120°F) in Tessalit on June 18, 2004.

Popular cities in June

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Bamako 36°C (97°F) 25°C (77°F) 95 mm (3.7 in)
Mopti 40°C (104°F) 28°C (82°F) 29 mm (1.1 in)
Kenieba 36°C (97°F) 26°C (79°F) 112 mm (4.4 in)
Timbuktu 42°C (108°F) 30°C (86°F) 7 mm (0.3 in)
Bissau 33°C (91°F) 26°C (79°F) 86 mm (3.4 in)
Tessalit 44°C (111°F) 30°C (86°F) 2.8 mm (0.1 in)

Mali weather in June: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Mali in June?

Expect poor weather across Mali in June. The popular destination of Bamako averages 36°C (97°F) by day and 25°C (77°F) at night during this month.

What is the average temperature in Mali in June?

Average temperatures in Mali during June range from a nighttime low near 25°C (77°F) to a daytime high around 36°C (97°F) in Bamako.

Does Mali get a lot of rain in June?

June is on the drier side in Mali. Bamako averages only about 95 mm (3.7 in), with most days staying dry.

Is June a Good Time to Visit Mali?

Given the typically poor weather conditions in Bamako, June 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. On the other hand, the weather in February, March, April, May, June, July, August, October, November and December tend to be poor.

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We have much more information about the climate in Mali.

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