Climate of Tombouctou, Mali
Area-weighted average across Tombouctou. For where people actually live and travel, see the cities below.
Tombouctou, a subdivision of Mali, has a seasonal climate on average. Area-weighted monthly temperatures across the whole territory range from 18.8°C / 65.8°F in January to 35.8°C / 96.4°F in June, with rainfall from 0 mm / 0 in to 26 mm / 1 in depending on the season (67 mm / 2.6 in total across the year). See the city listed below for point-value climate at specific locations — these often differ from the area-weighted average, especially in geographically diverse subdivisions.
| Month | Temperature | Rainfall | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 18.8°C65.8°F | 0 mm0″ | Sunny & Mild |
| February | 21.7°C71.1°F | 0 mm0″ | Sunny & Warm, Sunny & Mild |
| March | 26°C78.8°F | 0 mm0″ | Sunny & Hot, Sunny & Warm |
| April | 30.3°C86.5°F | 1 mm0″ | Sunny & Hot |
| May | 33.3°C91.9°F | 1 mm0″ | Sunny & Hot |
| June | 35.8°C96.4°F | 5 mm0.2″ | Sunny & Hot |
| July | 35.2°C95.4°F | 17 mm0.7″ | Sunny & Hot |
| August | 33.9°C93°F | 26 mm1″ | Sunny & Hot |
| September | 33.2°C91.8°F | 14 mm0.6″ | Sunny & Hot |
| October | 30.2°C86.4°F | 2 mm0.1″ | Sunny & Hot |
| November | 24.6°C76.3°F | 1 mm0″ | Sunny & Warm |
| December | 19.6°C67.3°F | 0 mm0″ | Sunny & Mild |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Tombouctou?
The best months to visit Tombouctou, Mali for sunny, dry weather are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November, December. The warmest month is June at an area-wide average of 35.8°C / 96.4°F, and the driest is January with about 0 mm / 0 in of rainfall.
What is the climate of Tombouctou?
Tombouctou, Mali has area-weighted monthly average temperatures ranging from 18.8°C / 65.8°F in January to 35.8°C / 96.4°F in June. Annual rainfall averages about 67 mm / 2.6 in, with the wettest month being August (26 mm / 1 in) and the driest January (0 mm / 0 in). Because this is an area average across the whole subdivision, local city values can differ substantially.
What is the hottest month in Tombouctou?
The hottest month in Tombouctou is June, with an area-wide average temperature of 35.8°C / 96.4°F.
What is the coldest month in Tombouctou?
The coldest month in Tombouctou is January, with an area-wide average temperature of 18.8°C / 65.8°F.
When does it rain most in Tombouctou?
The wettest month in Tombouctou is August, averaging about 26 mm / 1 in of rainfall. The driest is January with about 0 mm / 0 in.