Wonder of the World

Timbuktu

Mali

Best timeDec–Feb

Set inMali

In season~88°F high

Climate59–106°F

On the map

Map showing the location of Timbuktu

Directions (Google Maps) →

Historical monthly weather

Sweet spotPeak Jan, Feb, Mar. Go in Jul, Nov for similar weather.

Sunny share of daylightJun · 74%

WarmestMay · 106°F

WettestAug

Best windowDec–Feb

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Bar height is the typical daytime high; color shows sunny share of daylight. The shaded months are the ideal window to go.

Weather data & source

2018–2023 averages, not a forecast. Wet days estimate days with at least 1 mm of rain or snow using a calibrated ERA5 threshold. Contains modified Copernicus Climate Change Service information. Weather data by Open-Meteo.com (AWS Open Data, CC BY 4.0). Sunny share of daylight is calibrated from daytime cloud cover. ERA5 via Open-Meteo AWS Open Data

Timbuktu is an ancient city in Mali, situated 20 kilometres north of the Niger River. It is the capital of the Tombouctou Region, one of the 19 administrative regions of Mali, having a population of around one million people in the 2022 census.

Best time to visit

Aim for Dec–Feb, the 3 months that line up best.

Pairs well with

Great Mosque of Djenné

Frequently asked questions

When is the best time to visit Timbuktu?

The best time to visit Timbuktu is December–February, in Mali.

Where is Timbuktu?

Timbuktu is in Mali.

What is Timbuktu known for?

Timbuktu is an ancient city in Mali, situated 20 kilometres north of the Niger River. It is the capital of the Tombouctou Region, one of the 19 administrative regions of Mali, having a population of around one million people in the 2022 census.

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