Kidal, Mali experiences average highs of 36°C (97°F) and lows of 22°C (72°F) throughout the year. The climate is relatively dry, with only 1 rainy days per month on average. Sunshine is abundant, averaging about 11 hours per day. Average highs have stayed broadly stable across the available records.
Kidal, Mali Weather & Climate 2026
Monthly climate averages for Kidal, Mali. Based on 10-year ERA5 reanalysis data.
Climate Overview
Drier season: Jan–Dec 
Wetter season: May–Sep At-a-Glance Climate Summary
Live Weather & Air Quality
Key figures
Climate Score
7.4/10
Best: January, February, March, November, December
UV Index
7
High
Temperature 36°C / 22°C
Feels Like 34°C / 19°C
Rainy Days 1
Rainfall 4 mm
Sunshine 11 h
Humidity 20%
Wind Speed 24 km/h
Dew Point 3°C
Hottest Month
42°C
May
Avg Low 27°C
Rain 1 days
Coldest Month
13°C
January
Avg High 28°C
Rain 0 days
Driest Month
0 days
January
Avg High 28°C
Avg Low 13°C
Windiest Month
25 km/h
February (Gusts 42)
Worst Time to Visit
Consider avoiding June, July, August, September due to extreme heat.
Sun Position
Sunrise 05:26
Daylight 13.1h
Sunset 18:34
Live conditions —
Kidal on the map · live conditions
Kidal, Mali
- Continent
- Africa
- Country
- Mali
- City
- Kidal
- Population
- 40K
- Coordinates
- 18.44°, 1.41°
Seasonal Breakdown
Spring
Mar–May
Avg High 39°C
Avg Low 24°C
Rain 0 days/mo
1/3 best months
Summer
Jun–Aug
Avg High 40°C
Avg Low 28°C
Rain 3 days/mo
Autumn
Sep–Nov
Avg High 37°C
Avg Low 23°C
Rain 0 days/mo
1/3 best months
Winter
Dec–Feb
Avg High 29°C
Avg Low 15°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: 28°C / 13°C . Feb: 31°C / 16°C . Mar: 36°C / 20°C . Apr: 39°C / 24°C . May: 42°C / 27°C . Jun: 42°C / 28°C . Jul: 40°C / 28°C . Aug: 39°C / 27°C . Sep: 40°C / 26°C . Oct: 38°C / 24°C . Nov: 33°C / 19°C . Dec: 29°C / 15°C .
Monthly Rainfall
Rainfall
Bar chart showing monthly rainfall. Jan: 0 mm. Feb: 1 mm. Mar: 0 mm. Apr: 0 mm. May: 1 mm. Jun: 3 mm. Jul: 7 mm. Aug: 19 mm. Sep: 11 mm. Oct: 0 mm. Nov: 0 mm. Dec: 0 mm.
Monthly Humidity
Humidity
Line chart showing monthly humidity. Jan: 17%. Feb: 13%. Mar: 11%. Apr: 10%. May: 13%. Jun: 20%. Jul: 31%. Aug: 41%. Sep: 28%. Oct: 17%. Nov: 16%. Dec: 19%.
Monthly Wind Speed
Wind Speed Gusts
Bar chart showing monthly wind speed. Jan: 25 km/h . Feb: 25 km/h . Mar: 24 km/h . Apr: 24 km/h . May: 24 km/h . Jun: 22 km/h . Jul: 24 km/h . Aug: 23 km/h . Sep: 22 km/h . Oct: 25 km/h . Nov: 23 km/h . Dec: 24 km/h .
Sunshine
Sunshine
Sunshine: Jan: 10h. Feb: 10h. Mar: 11h. Apr: 12h. May: 12h. Jun: 12h. Jul: 12h. Aug: 12h. Sep: 11h. Oct: 11h. Nov: 10h. Dec: 10h.
UV Index
UV Index
Bar chart showing monthly UV index. Jan: UV 6. Feb: UV 7. Mar: UV 8. Apr: UV 8. May: UV 8. Jun: UV 8. Jul: UV 8. Aug: UV 8. Sep: UV 8. Oct: UV 7. Nov: UV 6. Dec: UV 5.
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 has remained broadly steady.
2016 to 2025
Avg high Avg rainfall
Climate summary
| Last 12 months | All years | |
|---|---|---|
| Hottest month | May 2025 · 43°C | May · 42°C |
| Coldest month | Jan 2025 · 14°C | Jan · 13°C |
| Wettest month | Aug 2025 · 11 mm | Aug · 19 mm |
| Windiest month | Apr 2025 · 26 km/h | Feb · 25 km/h |
Month-by-Month Weather Table
January best
Excellent 
February best
Excellent March best
Excellent April
Good May
Fair June
Fair July
Fair August
Fair September
Fair October
Good November best
Excellent December best
Excellent | Month | Temp | Feels Like | Rain | Sun | Humidity | UV | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January best | 28°C / 13°C | 23°C / 8°C | 0days (0 mm) Excellent | 9.9h Good | 17% Comfortable | 5.7 High | Excellent | View Details |
| February best | 31°C / 16°C | 26°C / 10°C | 0days (1 mm) Excellent | 10.3h Excellent | 13% Comfortable | 6.6 High | Excellent | View Details |
| March best | 36°C / 20°C | 32°C / 15°C | 0days (0 mm) Excellent | 11.1h Excellent | 11% Comfortable | 7.5 Very High | Excellent | View Details |
| April | 39°C / 24°C | 36°C / 19°C | 0days (0 mm) Excellent | 11.7h Excellent | 10% Comfortable | 8 Very High | Good | View Details |
| May | 42°C / 27°C | 40°C / 24°C | 1days (1 mm) Excellent | 11.8h Excellent | 13% Comfortable | 7.9 Very High | Fair | View Details |
| June | 42°C / 28°C | 41°C / 26°C | 1days (3 mm) Excellent | 11.9h Excellent | 20% Comfortable | 7.7 Very High | Fair | View Details |
| July | 40°C / 28°C | 40°C / 28°C | 2days (7 mm) Excellent | 11.9h Excellent | 31% Comfortable | 7.8 Very High | Fair | View Details |
| August | 39°C / 27°C | 40°C / 28°C | 5days (19 mm) Good | 11.7h Excellent | 41% Moderate | 7.8 Very High | Fair | View Details |
| September | 40°C / 26°C | 39°C / 25°C | 1days (11 mm) Excellent | 11.3h Excellent | 28% Comfortable | 7.6 Very High | Fair | View Details |
| October | 38°C / 24°C | 35°C / 20°C | 0days (0 mm) Excellent | 10.8h Excellent | 17% Comfortable | 7 High | Good | View Details |
| November best | 33°C / 19°C | 29°C / 14°C | 0days (0 mm) Excellent | 10.4h Excellent | 16% Comfortable | 6 High | Excellent | View Details |
| December best | 29°C / 15°C | 25°C / 10°C | 0days (0 mm) Excellent | 9.9h Good | 19% Comfortable | 5.4 High | Excellent | View Details |
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Frequently Asked Questions
The best months to visit Kidal are January, February, March, November, December, when temperatures are comfortable and rainfall is at its lowest. This is based on 10-year climate averages for Kidal, scoring temperature, rainfall, humidity, and sunshine hours.
The hottest month in Kidal is May, with average daytime highs of 42°C (107°F). Plan outdoor activities for early morning or late afternoon if visiting during this period.
The coldest month in Kidal is January, with average overnight lows of 13°C (56°F). Pack warm layers and expect shorter daylight hours during this period.
The wettest month in Kidal is August, averaging 19mm of precipitation across 5 rainy days. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is essential.
Kidal receives approximately 133 sunshine hours per year. The sunniest month is June with around 12 hours. Based on climate data for Kidal.
The least favorable months to visit Kidal are June, July, August, September, primarily due to extreme heat. For the best conditions, consider January, February, March, November, December instead.
The annual average UV index in Kidal is 7, classified as high. SPF 30+ sunscreen, sunglasses, and seeking shade between 10:00–16:00 are strongly recommended.
Average humidity in Kidal is 20%, classified as dry. Humidity levels are generally comfortable and should not affect outdoor activities for most people.
Average wind speeds in Kidal are 24 km/h (15 mph). The windiest month is February with peak winds reaching 25 km/h (16 mph) (gusts up to 42 km/h / 26 mph).
Kidal averages 14 clear-sky days per month with overall cloud cover around 29%. The clearest skies occur in October.
The annual average dew point in Kidal is 3°C (37°F), which feels dry and comfortable. Outdoor activities are comfortable year-round from a humidity standpoint.
Kidal has a Hot Desert climate, classified as BWh under the Köppen system. Arid climates have very low rainfall relative to temperature, with large swings between daytime heat and cool nights.
The 'feels like' temperature in Kidal ranges from 19°C (66°F) to 34°C (93°F) on average. Wind chill makes winters feel noticeably colder than the actual temperature — layered clothing is recommended.
July is not the best time to visit Kidal, with a climate score of 5/10. Consider visiting during January, February, March, November, December instead for better conditions.
For July in Kidal, pack Breathable clothing, Sunscreen (SPF 30+), Sun hat, Sunglasses, Sandals. With average highs of 40°C (105°F) and 2 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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