September weather forecast
Mali

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 »
  In Bamako during September, the rain falls for 14.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 196mm (7.72") of precipitation. On the first day of September in Bamako sunrise is at 06:21 and sunset at 18:43.
• Timbuktu - September »
  In Timbuktu, during September, the rain falls for 4.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 29mm (1.14") of precipitation. On the first day of September in Timbuktu, sunrise is at 05:58 and sunset at 18:25.
• Sikasso - September »
  In September, the average heat index, which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is calculated to be 41°C (105.8°F). In Sikasso, in September, during 22.4 rainfall days, 93mm (3.66") of precipitation is typically accumulated.
• Mopti - September »
  In Mopti, during September, the rain falls for 8.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 32mm (1.26") of precipitation. In Mopti in September, it is raining for 8.5 days, with typically 32mm (1.26") of accumulated precipitation.
• Koutiala - September »
  In Koutiala during September, the rain falls for 14.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 55mm (2.17") of precipitation. In September, the average relative humidity in Koutiala, Mali, is 70%.
• Segou - September »
  In September, in Segou, Mali, the rain falls for 11.7 days. On the last day of September, in Segou, sunrise is at 06:14 and sunset at 18:15 GMT.
• Kayes - September »
  On the first day of September in Kayes sunrise is at 06:33 and sunset at 18:57. In Kayes, during September, the rain falls for 13.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 49mm (1.93") of precipitation.
• Kati - September »
  In Kati in September, during 14.3 rainfall days, 82mm (3.23") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Kati in September, during 14.3 rainfall days, 82mm (3.23") of precipitation is typically accumulated.
• Koulikoro - September »
  In Koulikoro, in September, during 14.3 rainfall days, 82mm (3.23") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In September, the average heat index, which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is computed to be 44°C (111.2°F).
• Kidal - September »
  Kidal marks the onset of September with an average high-temperature of a still sweltering 39.6°C (103.3°F), subtly divergent from August's 39.3°C (102.7°F). In Kidal, during September, the rain falls for 3.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 4mm (0.16") of precipitation.
• Nioro du Sahel - September »
  In Nioro du Sahel in September, during 10.7 rainfall days, 58mm (2.28") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Nioro du Sahel, Mali, in September, it is raining for 10.7 days, with typically 58mm (2.28") of accumulated precipitation.