Bamba, Mali experiences average highs of 34°C (93°F) and lows of 22°C (72°F) throughout the year. Rainfall is moderate, averaging about 11 rainy days per month. Sunshine is abundant, averaging about 10 hours per day. Average highs have stayed broadly stable across the available records.
Bamba, Mali Weather & Climate 2026
Monthly climate averages for Bamba, Mali. Based on 10-year ERA5 reanalysis data.
Climate Overview
Drier season: Jan–Dec 
Wetter season: May–Oct At-a-Glance Climate Summary
Live Weather & Air Quality
Key figures
Climate Score
5/10
Best: January, February, December
UV Index
7
High
Temperature 34°C / 22°C
Feels Like 37°C / 24°C
Rainy Days 11
Rainfall 101 mm
Sunshine 10 h
Humidity 57%
Wind Speed 12 km/h
Dew Point 18°C
Hottest Month
38°C
March
Avg Low 25°C
Rain 3 days
Coldest Month
20°C
January
Avg High 35°C
Rain 0 days
Driest Month
0 days
January
Avg High 35°C
Avg Low 20°C
Windiest Month
13 km/h
April (Gusts 30)
Worst Time to Visit
Consider avoiding April, May, June, September due to extreme heat, heavy rainfall, oppressive humidity.
Sun Position
Sunrise 06:07
Daylight 12.7h
Sunset 18:51
Live conditions —
Bamba on the map · live conditions
Bamba, Mali
- Continent
- Africa
- Country
- Mali
- City
- Bamba
- Population
- 28.5K
- Coordinates
- 10.38°, -7.15°
Seasonal Breakdown
Spring
Mar–May
Avg High 37°C
Avg Low 25°C
Rain 8 days/mo
Summer
Jun–Aug
Avg High 31°C
Avg Low 22°C
Rain 24 days/mo
Autumn
Sep–Nov
Avg High 33°C
Avg Low 22°C
Rain 13 days/mo
Winter
Dec–Feb
Avg High 35°C
Avg Low 20°C
Rain 0 days/mo
3/3 best months
Climate Charts
Based on historical averages (2016–2025)
Monthly Temperatures
High Low Shaded bands show the typical range across the available yearly records.
Line chart showing monthly temperatures. Jan: 35°C / 20°C . Feb: 37°C / 22°C . Mar: 38°C / 25°C . Apr: 37°C / 25°C . May: 36°C / 25°C . Jun: 33°C / 23°C . Jul: 30°C / 22°C . Aug: 29°C / 22°C . Sep: 31°C / 22°C . Oct: 33°C / 22°C . Nov: 35°C / 22°C . Dec: 34°C / 20°C .
Monthly Rainfall
Rainfall
Bar chart showing monthly rainfall. Jan: 1 mm. Feb: 1 mm. Mar: 14 mm. Apr: 29 mm. May: 80 mm. Jun: 148 mm. Jul: 266 mm. Aug: 313 mm. Sep: 225 mm. Oct: 125 mm. Nov: 10 mm. Dec: 2 mm.
Monthly Humidity
Humidity
Line chart showing monthly humidity. Jan: 25%. Feb: 23%. Mar: 40%. Apr: 53%. May: 65%. Jun: 74%. Jul: 83%. Aug: 85%. Sep: 83%. Oct: 73%. Nov: 49%. Dec: 33%.
Monthly Wind Speed
Wind Speed Gusts
Bar chart showing monthly wind speed. Jan: 12 km/h . Feb: 13 km/h . Mar: 12 km/h . Apr: 13 km/h . May: 12 km/h . Jun: 11 km/h . Jul: 12 km/h . Aug: 12 km/h . Sep: 10 km/h . Oct: 10 km/h . Nov: 11 km/h . Dec: 12 km/h .
Sunshine
Sunshine
Sunshine: Jan: 11h. Feb: 11h. Mar: 11h. Apr: 11h. May: 11h. Jun: 11h. Jul: 9h. Aug: 8h. Sep: 9h. Oct: 10h. Nov: 11h. Dec: 11h.
UV Index
UV Index
Bar chart showing monthly UV index. Jan: UV 7. Feb: UV 8. Mar: UV 8. Apr: UV 8. May: UV 8. Jun: UV 8. Jul: UV 7. Aug: UV 7. Sep: UV 7. Oct: UV 8. Nov: UV 7. Dec: UV 7.
Monthly Daylight Hours
Daylight 12h reference
Monthly Dew Point & Comfort
Dew Point Dry Comfortable Humid Muggy Oppressive
Climate Trends
Average highs have stayed broadly stable across the available records. Average rainfall is trending wetter by about 17 mm.
2016 to 2025
Avg high Avg rainfall
Climate summary
| Last 12 months | All years | |
|---|---|---|
| Hottest month | Mar 2025 · 38°C | Mar · 38°C |
| Coldest month | Jan 2025 · 20°C | Jan · 20°C |
| Wettest month | Aug 2025 · 489 mm | Aug · 313 mm |
| Windiest month | Feb 2025 · 13 km/h | Apr · 13 km/h |
Month-by-Month Weather Table
January best
Excellent 
February best
Excellent March
Fair April
Poor May
Poor June
Wet July
Wet August
Wet September
Wet October
Fair November
Good December best
Excellent | Month | Temp | Feels Like | Rain | Sun | Humidity | UV | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January best | 35°C / 20°C | 33°C / 17°C | 0days (1 mm) Excellent | 10.7h Excellent | 25% Comfortable | 6.9 High | Excellent | View Details |
| February best | 37°C / 22°C | 36°C / 19°C | 0days (1 mm) Excellent | 10.8h Excellent | 23% Comfortable | 7.7 Very High | Excellent | View Details |
| March | 38°C / 25°C | 40°C / 25°C | 3days (14 mm) Excellent | 10.8h Excellent | 40% Comfortable | 8.2 Very High | Fair | View Details |
| April | 37°C / 25°C | 41°C / 28°C | 7days (29 mm) Good | 10.8h Excellent | 53% Moderate | 8.3 Very High | Poor | View Details |
| May | 36°C / 25°C | 41°C / 28°C | 15days (80 mm) Wet | 10.7h Excellent | 65% Muggy | 8 Very High | Poor | View Details |
| June | 33°C / 23°C | 38°C / 27°C | 19days (148 mm) Wet | 10.6h Excellent | 74% Muggy | 7.5 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| July | 30°C / 22°C | 35°C / 26°C | 26days (266 mm) Wet | 9.2h Good | 83% Humid | 6.8 High | Wet | View Details |
| August | 29°C / 22°C | 34°C / 25°C | 27days (313 mm) Wet | 8.2h Good | 85% Humid | 6.5 High | Wet | View Details |
| September | 31°C / 22°C | 36°C / 26°C | 24days (225 mm) Wet | 9.4h Good | 83% Humid | 7.4 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| October | 33°C / 22°C | 38°C / 26°C | 13days (125 mm) Wet | 10.4h Excellent | 73% Muggy | 7.5 Very High | Fair | View Details |
| November | 35°C / 22°C | 36°C / 23°C | 2days (10 mm) Excellent | 10.6h Excellent | 49% Moderate | 7 High | Good | View Details |
| December best | 34°C / 20°C | 34°C / 19°C | 1days (2 mm) Excellent | 10.6h Excellent | 33% Comfortable | 6.6 High | Excellent | View Details |
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Frequently Asked Questions
The best months to visit Bamba are January, February, December, when temperatures are comfortable and rainfall is at its lowest. This is based on 10-year climate averages for Bamba, scoring temperature, rainfall, humidity, and sunshine hours.
The hottest month in Bamba is March, with average daytime highs of 38°C (100°F). Plan outdoor activities for early morning or late afternoon if visiting during this period.
The coldest month in Bamba is January, with average overnight lows of 20°C (67°F). Pack warm layers and expect shorter daylight hours during this period.
The wettest month in Bamba is August, averaging 313mm of precipitation across 27 rainy days. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is essential.
The rainy season in Bamba runs through August, July, September, June, with the heaviest rainfall in August. Based on 10-year averages for Bamba.
Bamba receives approximately 123 sunshine hours per year. The sunniest month is February with around 11 hours. Based on climate data for Bamba.
The least favorable months to visit Bamba are April, May, June, September, primarily due to extreme heat, heavy rainfall, oppressive humidity. For the best conditions, consider January, February, December instead.
The annual average UV index in Bamba is 7, classified as high. SPF 30+ sunscreen, sunglasses, and seeking shade between 10:00–16:00 are strongly recommended.
Average humidity in Bamba is 57%, classified as moderate. Humidity levels are generally comfortable and should not affect outdoor activities for most people.
Average wind speeds in Bamba are 12 km/h (7 mph). The windiest month is April with peak winds reaching 13 km/h (8 mph) (gusts up to 30 km/h / 19 mph).
Bamba averages 5 clear-sky days per month with overall cloud cover around 55%. The clearest skies occur in December.
The annual average dew point in Bamba is 18°C (64°F), which feels noticeably humid. Summer months may feel slightly sticky, but conditions remain manageable for most people.
Bamba has a Tropical Monsoon climate, classified as Am under the Köppen system. Tropical climates are warm year-round with high rainfall and temperatures rarely dropping below 18°C (64°F).
The 'feels like' temperature in Bamba ranges from 24°C (75°F) to 37°C (99°F) on average. Humidity and radiant heat mean it often feels warmer than the thermometer reads, especially in summer months.
June is not the best time to visit Bamba, with a climate score of 1.7/10. Consider visiting during January, February, December instead for better conditions.
For June in Bamba, pack Umbrella, Waterproof jacket, Waterproof shoes, Breathable clothing, Sunscreen (SPF 30+). With average highs of 33°C (92°F) and 19 rainy days, these essentials will keep you comfortable.
Data Source
Climate data derived from ERA5 reanalysis (ECMWF), averaged over 2016–2025. Sea surface temperature from marine reanalysis data. Climate scores and seasonal estimates are computed by WorldStats.
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