Bamako weather in October (Mali)

Will it be warm or cold in Bamako this October? Want to know if this month is ideal for visiting? Our guide provides detailed weather information.

Temperatures

The month of October in Bamako typically includes very high temperatures and moderate rainfall. In the daytime, temperatures tend to hover near 34°C, cooling down at night to around 23°C. These temperatures represent the average, but hotter days can occur. Be prepared with light clothing and stay hydrated to manage the heat.

Precipitation

Bamako in October usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 51 mm for the month. The climate data from previous years indicates that there are typically about 6 days days of rain.

Average sunshine

With approximately 260 hours hours of sun, the days are filled with brightness. It makes it a perfect month for outdoor activities.

Should you favor a climate that's both dry and comfortably warm January typically offers the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, May, June, July and August tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Bamako climate page with graphs.

 

Bamako, monthly averages in October

Min Temperature 23°C  

Max Temperature 34°C  

Chance of Rain 19%  

Precipitation 51 mm  

Rainy days 6 days  

Humidity 66%  

Sunshine 260 hours  

Percentage Sunshine  

Where to go in Mali in October

Find out more about the weather in Mali and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

Weather conditions Weather

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

It's going to be warm! Consider airy clothing, t-shirts, and other summer clothes. Shorts for men made of cotton or linen are good options for staying cool.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming

10/10

Cycling

8/10

Walking

8/10

Barbeque

10/10

Camping

8/10

Outdoor sports

8/10

Interested in more climate information?

This site provides you with all the information you need about the climate in Bamako.

Our site offers climate and forecast data for every country in the world. Are you going to Mali? On this website you can find historical weather averages for many cities in Mali. Not sure yet where to go? We now have a tool which recommends destinations that suit your ideal travel conditions. Find out where to go with our weather planner.