Bamako weather in October

October in Bamako: sweltering, a little rain — a great time to visit.

#5 of 12 months in Bamako · #365 of 604 destinations to visit in October · comfort 72/100 (tier B)

Updated June 2026 · climate normals from ERA5 reanalysis

Bamako climate normals — October

Daytime high32°C / 90°F🔥 sweltering
Nighttime low23°C / 73°F
Feels like (high)37°C / 99°F
Rainfall50 mm / 2 in🌦 some rain
Rainy days9 days
Humidity70%💧 humid
Dew point21°C / 70°F
Sunshine10.4 h/day
Daylight11.8 h
Wind11 km/h / 7 mph
Air quality (US AQI)63🙂 moderate

Monthly averages from ERA5 reanalysis. AQI is the mean US Air Quality Index for the month.

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Bamako in October — FAQ

Is October a good time to visit Bamako?
October in Bamako: sweltering, a little rain — a great time to visit. It ranks #5 of 12 months for Bamako on SeasonMap's comfort score (72/100).
What is the weather like in Bamako in October?
In October, Bamako averages a daily high of 32.4°C and a low of 23°C, with about 49.9 mm of rain over roughly 8.6 rainy days.
What is the air quality in Bamako in October?
Bamako has a mean US Air Quality Index of about 63 in October.

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