Daytime highs, nighttime lows and the warmest cities across Mali this May.
Mali, experiences maximum daytime temperatures in May ranging from 34°C (93°F) in Bissau to 43°C (109°F) in Timbuktu. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 28°C (82°F) in Timbuktu and 25°C (77°F) in Bissau. During May, summer is in full swing.
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Bamako averages a daytime high of 39°C (102°F) in May, which is extremely high for Mali.
Average overnight lows in Mali during May sit near 27°C (81°F) in Bamako.
Data insights from our comprehensive database indicate that Timbuktu is the city with the highest warmth. Daytime peaks average near 43°C (109°F), while the nights are characterized by a low temperature close to 28°C (82°F).
For the month of May, Bissau is the most temperate city in Mali based on our records. Highs average 34°C (93°F) and nighttime temperatures dip to around 25°C (77°F).
The weather is predominantly sunny, with an estimated total of around 242 hours of sunshine in Bamako. This means many sunny days, which creates a cheerful atmosphere during this month.
The water temperature averages approximately 25°C (77°F) in Bissau this month, a refreshing temperature for swimming and cooling off.
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