Best Time to Visit Mopti, Mopti, Mali
Mopti is at its sunniest and driest in January–December.
The best time to visit Mopti for sunny, dry weather is October–May — 8 months of the year fit our sunny profiles at this specific location. The drier stretch runs through October–April; the wetter half falls in May–September. At the city itself, monthly average temperatures range from 21.8°C / 71.2°F in January to 32.6°C / 90.7°F in May, with rainfall from 0 mm / 0 in (January) to 153 mm / 6 in (August). These are point-value climate normals sampled at Mopti, Mopti, Mali's coordinates — usually more actionable for travellers than the country-wide average. Mopti's climate is broadly hot arid. The full month-by-month table below lets you match your travel window against our five weather profiles.
Recommended months
| Month | Temp | Rain | Feels like |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 21.8°C71.2°F | 0 mm0″ | Sunny & Warm, Sunny & Mild |
| February | 24.3°C75.7°F | 0 mm0″ | Sunny & Warm |
| March | 27.6°C81.7°F | 1 mm0″ | Sunny & Hot |
| April | 30.6°C87.1°F | 5 mm0.2″ | Sunny & Hot |
| May | 32.6°C90.7°F | 22 mm0.9″ | Sunny & Hot |
| October | 28.4°C83.1°F | 15 mm0.6″ | Sunny & Hot |
| November | 26°C78.8°F | 0 mm0″ | Sunny & Hot, Sunny & Warm |
| December | 22.4°C72.3°F | 0 mm0″ | Sunny & Warm |
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Mopti?
The best time to visit Mopti for sunny, dry weather is January, February, March, April, May, October, November, December. At the city itself, the warmest month is May averaging 32.6°C / 90.7°F, and the driest is January with about 0 mm / 0 in of rain. These are point-value climate normals sampled at Mopti's coordinates.
When is the rainy season in Mopti?
The rainy season at Mopti, Mopti runs through May–September, when monthly rainfall exceeds the annual median of about 15 mm / 0.6 in. The wettest single month is August (153 mm / 6 in).
What is the driest month in Mopti?
The driest month in Mopti is January, averaging about 0 mm / 0 in of rainfall. Temperature that month averages 21.8°C / 71.2°F.
What months should I avoid visiting Mopti?
The least comfortable months for travel to Mopti — based on point-value climate at the city — are January, February, July, August, September, November, December. These are the wettest or coolest months at this location. Rainfall peaks at 153 mm / 6 in in August, and the coldest month averages 21.8°C / 71.2°F.
Is Mopti climate different from Mali overall?
Yes, usually. Our Mopti figures are point-value climate normals sampled at the city itself, while our Mali figures are area-weighted averages across the whole country. The two can diverge substantially in geographically diverse or elevation-varied countries. The month-by-month table below reflects Mopti specifically — usually the more actionable data for a traveller planning to spend time in the city.