At a glance
| Metric | Bamako | Marrakesh |
|---|---|---|
| Hottest month high | 39°C | 39°C |
| Coldest month low | 19°C | 6°C |
| Annual rainfall | 778 mm | 231 mm |
| Avg sunshine | 10 h/day | 10.6 h/day |
| Best months | December–January | November–April |
Travel score, month by month
| Month | Bamako | Marrakesh | Better weather |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6.3 · Fair | 10.0 · Excellent | Marrakesh |
| February | 4.3 · Poor | 10.0 · Excellent | Marrakesh |
| March | 2.8 · Challenging | 9.8 · Excellent | Marrakesh |
| April | 1.5 · Challenging | 10.0 · Excellent | Marrakesh |
| May | 1.8 · Challenging | 7.2 · Good | Marrakesh |
| June | 2.9 · Challenging | 6.7 · Fair | Marrakesh |
| July | 4.1 · Poor | 1.7 · Challenging | Bamako |
| August | 5.0 · Fair | 2.3 · Challenging | Bamako |
| September | 4.4 · Poor | 6.2 · Fair | Marrakesh |
| October | 5.4 · Fair | 8.4 · Good | Marrakesh |
| November | 5.4 · Fair | 10.0 · Excellent | Marrakesh |
| December | 6.0 · Fair | 10.0 · Excellent | Marrakesh |
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Frequently asked questions
Which has better weather, Bamako or Marrakesh?
Marrakesh has the better travel weather in 10 of 12 months, versus 2 for Bamako — based on temperature, rainfall and sunshine.
When is the best time to visit Bamako?
The best months to visit Bamako are December–January, based on six years of climate data.
When is the best time to visit Marrakesh?
The best months to visit Marrakesh are November–April, based on six years of climate data.
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