Live Weather & Forecast
Weather in Mali
Real-time conditions & 3-day outlook · Air quality included
32°C
Feels like 22°C
89°F / Feels 71°F
Sunny
Mali
🌞 Daytime
Updated: 2026-07-07 07:15
Humidity
40%
Wind
31.7 km/h SW
Wind Gust
42.2 km/h
Pressure
1011 mb
Visibility
10 km
UV Index
0.4
(Low)
Precipitation
0 mm
Cloud Cover
2%
Dew Point
16.4°C
Wind Degree
220°
Air Quality Index
US EPA: Moderate
UK DEFRA: Low (2)
CO
114 μg/m³
NO₂
1.6 μg/m³
O₃
52 μg/m³
SO₂
0.7 μg/m³
PM 2.5
23.1 μg/m³
PM 10
45.4 μg/m³
Today's Hourly Forecast
24-hour breakdown for Mali
12 AM
35°
Clear
1 AM
34°
Clear
2 AM
33°
Clear
3 AM
32°
Clear
4 AM
32°
Clear
5 AM
32°
Clear
6 AM
31°
Sunny
7 AM
32°
Sunny
8 AM
33°
Sunny
9 AM
35°
Sunny
10 AM
37°
Sunny
11 AM
39°
Sunny
12 PM
40°
Sunny
1 PM
41°
Sunny
2 PM
42°
Dust haze
3 PM
42°
Dust haze
4 PM
41°
Dust haze
5 PM
41°
Dust haze
6 PM
41°
Sunny
7 PM
39°
Clear
8 PM
38°
Clear
9 PM
38°
Clear
10 PM
37°
Clear
11 PM
37°
Clear
3-Day Forecast
Daily overview for Mali
Today
Sunny
42°
/
31°
🌧️ 1% chance of rain
💧 Avg. humidity: 28%
💨 Max wind: 35.6 km/h
🌧️ Total precip: 0 mm
☀️ UV Index: 9.6
🌅 Sunrise: 05:48 AM
🌇 Sunset: 06:53 PM
🌙 Last Quarter
🌑 Moon: 39% lit
Wed, Jul 8
Sunny
40°
/
30°
🌧️ 2% chance of rain
💧 Avg. humidity: 37%
💨 Max wind: 37.4 km/h
🌧️ Total precip: 0.03 mm
☀️ UV Index: 10
🌅 Sunrise: 05:48 AM
🌇 Sunset: 06:53 PM
🌙 Waning Crescent
🌑 Moon: 28% lit
Thu, Jul 9
Sunny
40°
/
31°
🌧️ 4% chance of rain
💧 Avg. humidity: 34%
💨 Max wind: 40.7 km/h
🌧️ Total precip: 0.04 mm
☀️ UV Index: 9.2
🌅 Sunrise: 05:48 AM
🌇 Sunset: 06:53 PM
🌙 Waning Crescent
🌑 Moon: 19% lit
Best Time to Visit Mali
Mali's climate is dominated by a hot, arid north and a more temperate, seasonally wet south, and the best time to visit depends significantly on which part of the country you intend to explore. The cool dry season from November to February is universally considered the optimal period for travel. Temperatures are bearable across the entire country during these months — typically 25–35°C in the south and cooler nights in the desert regions — and roads are dry and passable. This is also the season when the Niger River is still high enough for pirogue boat journeys along the inland delta, making the Mopti region particularly rewarding.
The hot dry season from March to May sees temperatures climb dramatically, often exceeding 45°C in the Saharan north, making outdoor exploration genuinely punishing. The harmattan wind brings dusty haze that reduces visibility significantly. The rainy season from June to October brings cooling showers to the south, the greening of the savanna, and the magnificent spectacle of the Niger Inland Delta flooding to create the Baoule floodplain — an extraordinary birdwatching destination. However, roads become muddy and many rural tracks impassable during this period. For most travelers, November through February offers the most comfortable and logistically sound window for visiting Mali.
The hot dry season from March to May sees temperatures climb dramatically, often exceeding 45°C in the Saharan north, making outdoor exploration genuinely punishing. The harmattan wind brings dusty haze that reduces visibility significantly. The rainy season from June to October brings cooling showers to the south, the greening of the savanna, and the magnificent spectacle of the Niger Inland Delta flooding to create the Baoule floodplain — an extraordinary birdwatching destination. However, roads become muddy and many rural tracks impassable during this period. For most travelers, November through February offers the most comfortable and logistically sound window for visiting Mali.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current weather in Mali?
Current conditions in Mali: Sunny with a temperature of 32°C, humidity 40%.
What is the best time to visit Mali?
Mali's climate is dominated by a hot, arid north and a more temperate, seasonally wet south, and the best time to visit depends significantly on which part of the country you intend to explore. The cool dry season from November to February is universally considered the optimal period for travel. Tem...
What is the climate like in Mali?
Mali is located at approximately 17° latitude. It has a tropical or subtropical climate with wet and dry seasons.
Does it snow in Mali?
Snow is generally rare in Mali due to its location near the tropics.
What is the hottest month in Mali?
Temperatures in Mali remain relatively warm year-round. The warmest period is usually between March and May.
What should I pack for a trip to Mali?
For November – April visits to Mali: light clothing and sun protection. For June – September: layers and waterproof gear are recommended.
How accurate is the weather forecast for Mali?
The forecast is sourced from WeatherAPI.com and updated hourly with real-time atmospheric data for Mali. The 3-day outlook includes hourly breakdowns, air quality index, and precipitation probability.
What is the humidity like in Mali?
Current humidity in Mali is 40%. Tropical regions typically experience higher humidity year-round.