Monthly climate guide
Bamako weather in May
With highs near 38°C (101°F) and lows around 26°C (78°F), May feels very hot in Bamako. Rainfall averages about 75 mm (some rain) and the sky is often cloudy. Daytime highs are 2°C cooler than April and 4°C warmer than June.
What stands out in May
- Afternoons and nights feel like different seasons, roughly 13°C apart.
- Nights stay warm, rarely below 26°C — air-conditioning helps.
- It cools down fast from here: June is about 4°C cooler.
- Only 2 months are warmer in Bamako than May.
Avg high
38°C
101°F
Avg low
26°C
78°F
Rainfall
75 mm
some rain
Humidity
50%
relative
Sky
68%
cloud · often cloudy
Bamako weather by month
Show the monthly averages as a table
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rain | Humidity | Cloud cover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 33°C / 91°F | 16°C / 60°F | 1 mm | 24% | 30% |
| February | 36°C / 97°F | 18°C / 65°F | 0 mm | 19% | 26% |
| March | 39°C / 102°F | 22°C / 72°F | 12 mm | 19% | 41% |
| April | 40°C / 104°F | 25°C / 78°F | 31 mm | 30% | 56% |
| May | 38°C / 101°F | 26°C / 78°F | 75 mm | 50% | 68% |
| June | 34°C / 94°F | 24°C / 75°F | 169 mm | 66% | 61% |
| July | 30°C / 87°F | 23°C / 73°F | 263 mm | 80% | 66% |
| August | 29°C / 83°F | 22°C / 72°F | 353 mm | 86% | 71% |
| September | 30°C / 85°F | 22°C / 72°F | 210 mm | 83% | 61% |
| October | 33°C / 91°F | 22°C / 71°F | 70 mm | 71% | 48% |
| November | 34°C / 94°F | 20°C / 67°F | 4 mm | 45% | 32% |
| December | 33°C / 91°F | 16°C / 61°F | 0 mm | 31% | 25% |
What to pack for May
- Light, breathable clothing (cotton or linen)
- A sun hat and high-SPF sunscreen
- A refillable water bottle
- An extra layer — evenings are noticeably cooler than afternoons
- A compact umbrella or packable rain jacket
- Water-resistant shoes
Is May a good time to visit Bamako?
Compare the months in the chart above to find your ideal window.
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Bamako in May: quick answers
Is May a good time to visit Bamako?
It can be, if you like heat: May highs in Bamako are around 38°C. Good for the beach; plan sightseeing for early morning and evening.
How warm is Bamako in May?
Average highs are about 38°C (101°F) and average lows about 26°C (78°F), based on 10 years of daily data.
Does it rain a lot in Bamako in May?
Bamako typically gets around 75 mm of rain in May — some rain.
Figures are long-term averages for the area around Bamako (NASA POWER / ERA5, 2011–2020), not a forecast for a specific year. For upcoming days, see the live multi-source forecast.