Best Time to Visit Gao
Best time: Feb, Jan, Dec, Nov.
May is warmest (43.1°C high); Aug is rainiest (66 mm).
Gao weather by month
| Month | High °C | Low °C | Rain mm | Sun hrs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 29.3 | 17.1 | 0 | 8.6 |
| Feb | 33.8 | 17.5 | 0 | 9.6 |
| Mar | 38 | 20.9 | 0 | 10.4 |
| Apr | 41.8 | 24 | 2 | 10.5 |
| May | 43.1 | 26.6 | 8 | 10.6 |
| Jun | 41.1 | 26.8 | 18 | 10.3 |
| Jul | 37.3 | 25.5 | 55 | 10.2 |
| Aug | 35.6 | 24.5 | 66 | 10 |
| Sep | 37.2 | 25 | 30 | 10.2 |
| Oct | 38.3 | 24.5 | 3 | 10 |
| Nov | 34.3 | 20.9 | 0 | 9.1 |
| Dec | 29.7 | 18 | 0 | 8.2 |
Average high temperature
Best months by activity
Overall: FebJanDecNov
Beaches: MarFebNovJan
Hiking: JanDecFebMar
Sightseeing: JanDecFebNov
Gao quick facts
What to pack
Hot months (Mar, Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct): light clothes, sunscreen, hat.
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Gao?
Feb, Jan, Dec, Nov.
What is the rainiest month?
Aug, about 66 mm.
What is the warmest month?
May, with average highs of 43.1°C.
Where to stay
See Gao hotels · Book Gao tours & activities
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Climate data: Open-Meteo Historical (ERA5), 1991–2020 climate normals.
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