September weather forecastMali

Weather in September

September in Mali signals the gradual end of the rainy season, with a decrease in rainfall and a subtle rise in temperatures. In the southern regions, cities such as Bamako and Sikasso experience average temperatures ranging from 27°C (80.6°F) to 31°C (87.8°F). Meanwhile, in the northern parts of the country, temperatures start to climb back up, with averages around 35°C (95°F).

Despite being part of the rainy season, September sees a decline in precipitation compared to the peak in August. While the south can still receive up to 150mm (5.91") of rainfall, the frequency of thunderstorms begins to lessen. In contrast, the northern regions continue to remain predominantly dry.

Compared to August, September sees a slight increase in temperatures and a decrease in rainfall, particularly in the southern regions. These changes mark the beginning of the transition from the rainy season to the dry season. Despite the declining rainfall, the landscapes remain lush and revitalised from the previous wet months, offering a distinct perspective on Mali's diverse environments.

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• Bamako - September »
  On the first day of September in Bamako, sunrise is at 06:21 and sunset at 18:42. On the last day of September, in Bamako, sunrise is at 06:21 and sunset at 18:22 GMT.
• Timbuktu - September »
  In Timbuktu during September, the rain falls for 4.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 29mm (1.14") of precipitation. In Timbuktu in September, during 4.7 rainfall days, 29mm (1.14") of precipitation is typically accumulated.
• Sikasso - September »
  In September, the average heat index, which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is appraised at 41°C (105.8°F). On the first day of September in Sikasso, sunrise is at 06:12 and sunset at 18:32.
• Mopti - September »
  The month with the most snowfall in Mopti is September, when snow falls for 0.1 days and typically aggregates up to 1mm (0.04") of snow. In Mopti in September, during 8.5 rainfall days, 32mm (1.26") of precipitation is typically accumulated.
• Koutiala - September »
  In Koutiala in September, during 14.7 rainfall days, 55mm (2.17") of precipitation is typically accumulated. On the first day of September in Koutiala sunrise is at 06:11 and sunset at 18:32.
• Segou - September »
  In September, the average heat index, which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is appraised at 45°C (113°F). In Segou, in September, during 11.7 rainfall days, 45mm (1.77") of precipitation is typically accumulated.
• Kayes - September »
  In Kayes in September, during 13.8 rainfall days, 49mm (1.93") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Kayes in September, during 13.8 rainfall days, 49mm (1.93") of precipitation is typically accumulated.
• Kati - September »
  In Kati in September, it is raining for 14.3 days, with typically 82mm (3.23") of accumulated precipitation. September in Kati signals a tapering off of the rainy season with a considerable reduction in precipitation at 82 millimeters.
• Koulikoro - September »
  In Koulikoro in September, it is raining for 14.3 days, with typically 82mm (3.23") of accumulated precipitation. On the first day of September in Koulikoro, sunrise is at 06:19 and sunset at 18:40.
• Kidal - September »
  In Kidal, in September, during 3.1 rainfall days, 4mm (0.16") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Kidal, in September, it is raining for 3.1 days, with typically 4mm (0.16") of accumulated precipitation.
• Nioro du Sahel - September »
  In Nioro du Sahel during September, the rain falls for 10.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 58mm (2.28") of precipitation. On the last day of September, in Nioro du Sahel, sunrise is at 06:28 and sunset at 18:28 GMT.