August · Mali
Best time to visit Bamako in August Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Bamako in August
Average temperature 27°C, 241 mm of rain, about 20 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 80% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
August score
4.2/10
Ranked #11 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 27°C
- Rainfall
- 241 mm
- Humidity
- 80%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 20
- Crowd Density
- Quiet / Uncrowded
- Average Expenses
- $ · Budget Friendly ($)
August in Bamako scores 4.2/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - ranked #11 of 12. Expect around 27°C, 241 mm of rain, and roughly 20 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Bamako spreads along the Niger River in Mali, with markets, a national museum and the green Manding hills to the south.
August in Bamako — the hardest end of the year
Days in August average 27°C (80°F) and humidity near 80% — front-load outdoor plans before the heat builds and treat the middle of the day as indoor time.
This is the year's wettest stretch at 241 mm, but with about 20 days with 6+ hours of sunshine it is not a total loss; an indoor fallback covers the risk.
That is 4.2/10 on the same scale — 11th of 12 months, versus 8.4/10 for the best month here.
Pack the lightest breathable clothing you own, a hat, and more water than feels necessary, a proper rain shell rather than an umbrella.
Expect low-season pricing, and crowds are light for this destination.
If your dates are flexible, December is materially better in Bamako — 4.2 points higher on the same scale.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Bamako in August?
- In August, Bamako averages 27°C, 241 mm of rain, and about 20 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 4.2/10.
- Is August a good time to visit Bamako?
- August earns a 4.2/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Bamako in August?
- Expect about 241 mm of rain in August. Average humidity is 80% and there are about 20 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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