January weather forecast
Bamako, Mali

The new year in Bamako, Mali begins with typically dry conditions and the mercury often reaches a high of 33.4°C (92.1°F) with lows around 17°C (62.6°F). Unlike the wet months that come later in the year, January is characterized by minimal rainfall, limited to an average of 1mm (0.04"). As a result, humidity levels remain relatively low, compared to the rainfall peak met from June to August. Even with shorter daylight hours, the sun shines bright, making January a good month for outdoor activities, be they in the city of Bamako or the beautiful surrounding landscapes.

Temperature

Bamako, Mali, sees an average high-temperature of a still tropical 33.4°C (92.1°F) as it transitions into January, consistent with December. A pronounced dip becomes evident during the nights in January as Bamako logs a consistent average temperature of 17°C (62.6°F).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January in Bamako is 24%.

Rainfall

In Bamako, in January, during 0.2 rainfall days, 1mm (0.04") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Bamako, during the entire year, the rain falls for 73.7 days and collects up to 991mm (39.02") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Bamako, the average length of the day in January is 11h and 29min.
On the first day of January in Bamako, sunrise is at 06:53 and sunset at 18:17. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:57 and sunset at 18:32 GMT.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine is 8.9h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in January in Bamako is 10. A UV Index estimate of 8 to 10 represents a very high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 10 during January translates into the following recommendations:
Never be careless. Unprotected skin and eyes can be harmed swiftly. Avoid direct Sun exposure and stay in the shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is most intense, noting that not all shade structures offer full protection. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit. After a swim or outdoor exercise, one should liberally reapply broad-spectrum sunscreen with a sun protection factor of 30 or higher.