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Mali Weather in March

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

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Bamako Mopti Kenieba Timbuktu

Planning a getaway to Mali this March and curious about the weather you should prepare for? Discover all the vital details you need on this page, solving your puzzle:

What to Expect in Mali in March

March in Mali generally has temperatures that range from very warm to very hot, with almost no precipitation. March falls during the summer season.

Temperatures

The average maximum daytime temperatures vary from very warm in Tessalit at 34°C (93°F) to very hot in Kenieba at 40°C (104°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 25°C (77°F) in Kenieba and 18°C (64°F) in Tessalit. While the given temperatures for day and night are typical, there may be days that feel warmer. Make sure you're dressed in a way that keeps you cool and comfortable.

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

Precipitation

March is a very dry month with an average rainfall of around 2.5 mm (0.1 in) in Bamako.

Average sunshine

Plenty of sunshine can be expected in numerous places in March. Bamako typically receives 268 hours of sunlight, making it ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

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Best Places to Visit in Mali in March

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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 March for some of the most popular destinations in Mali?

Temperature range in Mali (March)

Precipitation variation in Mali (March)

Bamako

In March Bamako generally has extremely high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 39°C (102°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
36°C (97°F)
39°C (102°F)
40°C (104°F)
Min temperature
21°C (70°F)
24°C (75°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly sun hours
253 hours
268 hours
230 hours
Monthly rainfall
0.8 mm (0.03 in)
2.5 mm (0.1 in)
8.4 mm (0.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
0 days
a single day
3 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
unpleasant
unpleasant
Climate in Bamako →

Mopti

In March Mopti generally has extremely high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 39°C (102°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
36°C (97°F)
39°C (102°F)
42°C (108°F)
Min temperature
20°C (68°F)
24°C (75°F)
27°C (81°F)
Monthly sun hours
270 hours
274 hours
255 hours
Monthly rainfall
0.2 mm (0.01 in)
0.6 mm (0.02 in)
3.8 mm (0.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
0 days
0 days
a single day
Weather conditions
unpleasant
unpleasant
unpleasant
Climate in Mopti →

Bissau

In March Bissau generally has extremely high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 35°C (95°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 23°C (73°F) and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
34°C (93°F)
35°C (95°F)
35°C (95°F)
Min temperature
22°C (72°F)
23°C (73°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly sun hours
243 hours
300 hours
297 hours
Monthly rainfall
0.8 mm (0.03 in)
0.1 mm (0 in)
0.1 mm (0 in)
Monthly rainy days
0 days
0 days
a single day
Weather conditions
pleasant
tolerable
tolerable
Climate in Bissau →

Timbuktu

In March Timbuktu generally has extremely high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 37°C (99°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 21°C (70°F) and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
33°C (91°F)
37°C (99°F)
41°C (106°F)
Min temperature
18°C (64°F)
21°C (70°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly sun hours
250 hours
270 hours
255 hours
Monthly rainfall
0.2 mm (0.01 in)
0.3 mm (0.01 in)
0.4 mm (0.02 in)
Monthly rainy days
0 days
0 days
0 days
Weather conditions
perfect
unpleasant
unpleasant
Climate in Timbuktu →

Kenieba

In March Kenieba generally has extremely high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 40°C (104°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
37°C (99°F)
40°C (104°F)
41°C (106°F)
Min temperature
22°C (72°F)
25°C (77°F)
28°C (82°F)
Monthly sun hours
256 hours
278 hours
262 hours
Monthly rainfall
0.3 mm (0.01 in)
0.4 mm (0.02 in)
2 mm (0.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
0 days
0 days
a single day
Weather conditions
unpleasant
unpleasant
unpleasant
Climate in Kenieba →

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Popular cities in March

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Bamako 39°C (102°F) 24°C (75°F) 2.5 mm (0.1 in)
Mopti 39°C (102°F) 24°C (75°F) 0.6 mm (0.02 in)
Kenieba 40°C (104°F) 25°C (77°F) 0.4 mm (0.02 in)
Timbuktu 37°C (99°F) 21°C (70°F) 0.3 mm (0.01 in)
Bissau 35°C (95°F) 23°C (73°F) 0.1 mm (0 in)
Tessalit 34°C (93°F) 18°C (64°F) 1.2 mm (0.05 in)

Mali weather in March: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Mali in March?

Expect poor weather across Mali in March. The popular destination of Bamako averages 39°C (102°F) by day and 24°C (75°F) at night during this summer month.

What is the average temperature in Mali in March?

Average temperatures in Mali during March range from a nighttime low near 24°C (75°F) to a daytime high around 39°C (102°F) in Bamako.

Does Mali get a lot of rain in March?

March is on the drier side in Mali. Bamako averages only about 2.5 mm (0.1 in), with most days staying dry.

Is March a Good Time to Visit Mali?

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

Generally speaking, January provides 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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