May weather forecast
Mali

May in Mali marks the end of the hot season and the beginning of subtle changes in the climate as the rainy season approaches. The average temperatures across the country begin to slightly decrease, falling to about 33°C (91.4°F) in the southern regions and remaining close to 40°C (104°F) in the northern parts. Southern cities like Sikasso and Ségou experience a decrease in temperature, though the heat remains significant.

Although May is still within the dry season, the latter half of the month may see the first signs of the impending rainy season, particularly in the southern parts of the country. Rainfall remains rare but becomes more likely as the month progresses. The dusty conditions, previously brought about by the Harmattan wind, have substantially reduced by May, leading to clearer skies.

In comparison to April, May brings slightly lower temperatures, especially in the south, signaling a shift from the peak heat of the hot season. The emerging possibility of rain also differentiates May from the preceding months. As the transitional month between the hot and rainy seasons, May offers a blend of weather conditions, providing a unique time to experience the changing climate of Mali.

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• Bamako - May »
  On the first day of May sunrise is at 06:11 and sunset at 18:46. The months with the highest UV index in Bamako are February through September, with an average maximum UV index of 12.
• Timbuktu - May »
  On the last day of the month, in Timbuktu sunrise is at 05:37 and sunset at 18:41 GMT. The warmest time of the year in Timbuktu is May, with temperatures averaging a high of 42.2°C (108°F) and a low of 26°C (78.8°F).
• Sikasso - May »
  In Sikasso, Mali, during May, the rain falls for 12.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 36mm (1.42") of precipitation. The month with the most sunshine in Sikasso is May, with an average of 10.8h of sunshine.
• Mopti - May »
  The weather in May continues on the hotter side, with Mopti experiencing increased humidity levels and temperatures reaching the mid-year peak of 41.5°C (106.7°F). May, recognised by an average high temperature of 41.5°C (106.7°F) and a low of 30.8°C (87.4°F), is Mopti's warmest month.
• Koutiala - May »
  In Koutiala in May, during 7.5 rainfall days, 16mm (0.63") of precipitation is typically accumulated. On the first day of May in Koutiala, sunrise is at 06:01 and sunset at 18:36.
• Segou - May »
  In Segou during May, the rain falls for 6 days and regularly aggregates up to 10mm (0.39") of precipitation. On the first day of May in Segou, sunrise is at 06:03 and sunset at 18:40.
• Kayes - May »
  In Kayes, Mali, during the entire year, the rain falls for 64 days and collects up to 256mm (10.08") of precipitation. The months with the highest UV index in Kayes are April and May, with an average maximum UV index of 9.
• Kati - May »
  In Kati in May, during 6.3 rainfall days, 14mm (0.55") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Kati, in May, during 6.3 rainfall days, 14mm (0.55") of precipitation is typically accumulated.
• Koulikoro - May »
  On the last day of the month, in Koulikoro, Mali, sunrise is at 06:03 and sunset at 18:52 GMT. In Koulikoro in May, during 6.3 rainfall days, 14mm (0.55") of precipitation is typically accumulated.
• Kidal - May »
  May is the first month it rains in Kidal, Mali. May is the first month it rains in Kidal, Mali.
• Nioro du Sahel - May »
  Nioro du Sahel reaches its average highest temperatures in May, measuring 41.9°C (107.4°F) at the peak and 28.5°C (83.3°F) at the lowest. On the last day of the month, in Nioro du Sahel, sunrise is at 06:07 and sunset at 19:05 GMT.