Best Time to Visit Bamako
Best time: Jan, Dec, Nov, Feb.
Apr is warmest (39.4°C high); Aug is rainiest (264 mm).
Bamako weather by month
| Month | High °C | Low °C | Rain mm | Sun hrs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 34.1 | 15.5 | 1 | 8.7 |
| Feb | 36.8 | 18.6 | 1 | 9.5 |
| Mar | 39.2 | 22.5 | 3 | 10.1 |
| Apr | 39.4 | 24.4 | 20 | 10 |
| May | 38.3 | 25.1 | 52 | 9.4 |
| Jun | 35.2 | 23.2 | 118 | 9.1 |
| Jul | 32.3 | 22.1 | 211 | 8.7 |
| Aug | 31.4 | 21.8 | 264 | 8.3 |
| Sep | 32.7 | 21.5 | 162 | 8.7 |
| Oct | 34.7 | 21.5 | 57 | 8.9 |
| Nov | 35.3 | 18.5 | 3 | 8.7 |
| Dec | 34 | 15.8 | 0 | 8 |
Average high temperature
Best months by activity
Overall: JanDecNovFeb
Beaches: MarFebJanNov
Hiking: JanDecMarFeb
Sightseeing: JanDecNovFeb
Bamako quick facts
What to pack
Hot months (Mar, Apr, May, Jun, Oct): light clothes, sunscreen, hat.
Wet months (Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep): raincoat and umbrella.
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Bamako?
Jan, Dec, Nov, Feb.
What is the rainiest month?
Aug, about 264 mm.
What is the warmest month?
Apr, with average highs of 39.4°C.
Where to stay
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Climate data: Open-Meteo Historical (ERA5), 1991–2020 climate normals.
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