Weather in November
November in
Mali solidifies the return of the dry season, with minimal rainfall and steadily rising temperatures. In the southern regions, including cities like Bamako and Ségou, average temperatures tend to range from 31°C (87.8°F) to 35°C (95°F). Meanwhile, the northern regions, influenced by their proximity to the Sahara desert, witness higher temperatures, typically around 35°C (95°F) to 39°C (102.2°F).
Rainfall is rare in November, marking a stark contrast to the wetter months earlier in the year. The southern regions of the country experience very little rainfall, if any. The northern parts remain arid, in line with their desert climate.
Compared to
October, November sees an increase in temperatures and a further decrease in rainfall. The shift in weather signals the solidification of the dry season, with clear skies becoming the norm. The Harmattan wind, carrying dust from the Sahara, begins to make its presence felt, affecting visibility and creating cooler nights. Despite the intensifying dry conditions, the lingering green landscapes from the rainy season and the relatively moderate temperatures make November an appealing month to experience Mali's climate.
- Bamako - November »
How many hours of sunshine does Bamako have in November? In Bamako, in November, it is raining for 0.3 days, with typically 5mm (0.2") of accumulated precipitation. - Timbuktu - November »
The months with the least rainfall in Timbuktu, Mali, are February, March and November with 0mm (0") of accumulated rain. In Timbuktu the average sunshine duration in November is 9.1h. - Sikasso - November »
On the last day of November, in Sikasso, sunrise is at 06:26 and sunset at 17:57 GMT. On the first day of November in Sikasso, sunrise is at 06:14 and sunset at 17:57. - Mopti - November »
November brings about a definitive return to Mopti's warm disposition, consolidating the city's transition from the high rainfall period of the year. November is the last month it rains in Mopti, Mali. - Koutiala - November »
The month with the least sunshine in Koutiala is November, with an average of 7.7h of sunshine. November is the last month it rains in Koutiala. - Segou - November »
With the advent of November, Segou experiences an average high-temperature of a still sweltering 36.5°C (97.7°F), mirroring a close resemblance to the previous month. November is the last month it rains in Segou. - Kayes - November »
On the first day of November in Kayes sunrise is at 06:41 and sunset at 18:17. November is the last month it rains in Kayes, Mali. - Kati - November »
On the last day of November, in Kati sunrise is at 06:38 and sunset at 18:04 GMT. During 0.6 rainfall days, in November, Kati aggregates 2mm (0.08") of precipitation. - Koulikoro - November »
The months with the most sunshine in Koulikoro are March, April and November, with an average of 9.9h of sunshine. November is the last month it rains in Koulikoro, Mali. - Kidal - November »
On the first day of November in Kidal, Mali, sunrise is at 05:54 and sunset at 17:21. In Kidal, rain does not fall in January, February, April, November and December. - Nioro du Sahel - November »
Nioro du Sahel commences November with an average high-temperature of a still fiery hot 35.9°C (96.6°F), maintaining a close resemblance to the previous month. During 0.5 rainfall days, in November, Nioro du Sahel aggregates 1mm (0.04") of precipitation.