When is the best time to go to Bamako?

When is the best time to go to Bamako? Here's some information to help you in your decision:

  • The best months for good weather in Bamako are January, February, July, September, October, November and December
  • On average, the warmest months are March, April, May and June
  • Bamako has dry periods in January, February, March, April, November and December
  • August is the rainiest month


Annual weather in Bamako

For full information about the climate and weather in Bamako a specific month, click on the corresponding line below:

Month
January 67°F/95°F
0.1in
February 70°F/101°F
0.1in
March 76°F/104°F
0.1in
April 81°F/108°F
0.3in
May 85°F/106°F
1in
June 81°F/103°F
2.7in
July 77°F/95°F
8.5in
August 74°F/90°F
12in
September 74°F/92°F
7.8in
October 76°F/97°F
1.7in
November 72°F/99°F
0.2in
December 67°F/95°F
0in


Weather and climate in Bamako

Bamako enjoys a tropical savanna climate (with dry winter) in accordance with the Köppen-Geiger classification. The yearly average maximum temperature in Bamako is 99°F (ranging from 90°F in august to 108°F in april). Annual rainfall is 34.3in, with a minimum of 0in in december and a maximum of 12in in august.
  • In january the climate is perfect. the thermometer goes up to 95°F°C.
  • In february the climate is favorable. It is for example 101°F as maximum temperature in february and it rains about 0% of the time in february.
  • Between march and july the climate is just OK. At lunchtime, it's 92°F in average and it rains about 8.5in each month.
  • In august the climate is the worst possible. By early evening, the temperature averages 85°F and it rains in august about 12in.
  • In the month of september the climate is not good, but still OK. By early evening, the temperature averages 85°F and it rains in september about 7.8in.
  • Between october and november the climate is favorable. By early evening, the temperature averages 86°F and it rains about 0.2in each month.
  • In the month of december the climate is perfect. In average, on the morning it is 67°F.

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Charts: temperature and rainfall in Bamako

In the charts below, you can see the following seasonal norms for the city of Bamako: the minimum and maximum outdoor temperature, the risk and amount of monthly rainfall, daily average sunshine, and relative humidity for each month of the year.

Outside temperature

Precipitation (rainfall)

Daily sunshine hours

Humidity


Peak visitor numbers and tourist seasons in Bamako

Find out when Bamako has its high tourist season (the period when the influx of tourists is highest) and off-peak tourist season using our data and figures.

Tourist seasons in Bamako

  • Very low season in Bamako
    The months with the lowest number of tourists are: March, April, May and June.
  • Low season in Bamako
    The months with low numbers of tourists are: February.
  • High season in Bamako
    The number of visitors to Bamako is high in: January, July, August, September and December.
  • Peak season in Bamako
    The largest number of tourists visiting Bamako is during: October and November.

Figure: Visitor index for Bamako month by month



Best time for low prices in Bamako

Average prices of hotels in Bamako month by month

Generally, March is the month with the lowest hotel prices in Bamako. So this is a great time to save on your holiday! In contrast, July is statistically the most expensive month of the year for hotels.

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Average price for flights to Bamako

A return flight between London and Bamako is generally cheaper if you go in may ($ 713 on average): this is the best time for travellers on a tight budget. In contrast, you may end up paying $ 303 more for your airline ticket to Bamako if you go in august.

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Average price of hiring a car in Bamako

On average, it costs $ 70 per day to hire a car in Bamako. This price varies by $ 21 depending on the month. In may, hiring a car costs an average of $ 61 per 24 hours, so this is the best time to save money! In contrast, the average price in february is $ 81.

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