January weather forecast
Timbuktu, Mali

January in Timbuktu, Mali, greets locals and visitors with relatively cooler conditions. The city experiences mild temperatures, with the lowest daytime low of 13°C (55.4°F) compared to other months. Most days are clear and sunny, making outdoor activities comfortable. Additionally, rain is a rarity, making this an excellent period for outdoor events and sightseeing. As there is little cloud cover, solar radiation reaches its maximum, resulting in a high ultraviolet index.

Temperature

January, with its high-temperature average of 30°C (86°F) and a low-temperature average of 13°C (55.4°F), is the coldest month in Timbuktu.

Rainfall

In January, in Timbuktu, the rain falls for 0.1 days. Throughout January, 1mm (0.04") of precipitation is accumulated. In Timbuktu, during the entire year, the rain falls for 25.3 days and collects up to 183mm (7.2") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January in Timbuktu is 11h and 16min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:40 and sunset at 17:49. On the last day of January, in Timbuktu, sunrise is at 06:43 and sunset at 18:07 GMT.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine in Timbuktu is 8.5h.

UV index

In Timbuktu, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 9. A UV Index estimate of 8 to 10 represents a very high threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 9 during January translates into the following recommendations:
Be proactive in protecting yourself; skin and eyes can be harmed if left unprotected. Try to minimize direct Sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation. Also note that objects like parasols or canopies might not provide complete sun protection. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat. Regardless of cloud cover, it's recommended to apply generously and reapply often a sunscreen with an SPF of at least 30, especially after swimming or any outdoor activity.