May · Mali
Best time to visit Bamako in May Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Bamako in May
Average temperature 32°C, 90 mm of rain, about 28 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 51% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
May score
5.1/10
Ranked #8 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 32°C
- Rainfall
- 90 mm
- Humidity
- 51%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 28
- Crowd Density
- Quiet / Uncrowded
- Average Expenses
- $ · Budget Friendly ($)
May in Bamako scores 5.1/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - ranked #8 of 12. Expect around 32°C, 90 mm of rain, and roughly 28 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.
May in Bamako: mixed conditions, plan around the weather
Days in May average 32°C (89°F) — front-load outdoor plans before the heat builds and treat the middle of the day as indoor time.
Budget for roughly 90 mm of rain this month — a flexible day or two helps — with about 28 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 12.6 hours of daylight to work around it.
That is 5.1/10 on the same scale — 8th 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 packable rain layer.
Expect low-season pricing, and crowds are light for this destination.
If your dates are flexible, December is materially better in Bamako — 3.3 points higher on the same scale.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Bamako in May?
- In May, Bamako averages 32°C, 90 mm of rain, and about 28 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 5.1/10.
- Is May a good time to visit Bamako?
- May earns a 5.1/10 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 May?
- Expect about 90 mm of rain in May. Average humidity is 51% and there are about 28 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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