Climate Insights for Sikasso

The climate in Sikasso is hot. The average annual temperature is 28°C and approximately 918mm of precipitation falls per year. August is the wettest month, receiving around 232mm of rainfall. Sikasso is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: April, March, May. The coldest months are January, December, November, when temperatures can drop to 17°C.

Sikasso sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 17°C to 37°C. April is the hottest month, with daytime highs reaching 37°C and an average of 32°C. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 17°C and an average of 25°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 11°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between January and February, with a 3°C shift in average temperatures.

Sikasso is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 918mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 77mm per month. The wettest month is August, averaging 232mm of rainfall. July and September also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is December, with just 0mm. That's 232mm less than August, the wettest month. Rainfall is heavily concentrated in certain months, creating a distinct wet and dry season. Visitors should plan around these patterns, as the difference between peak and low months is dramatic.

Sikasso is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 3km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is February, averaging 3km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in September, with average winds dropping to 2km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 1km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months.

It is currently spring in Sikasso, which began on March 20, 2026. Sikasso is in the Northern Hemisphere, where spring begins in March, summer in June, autumn in September, and winter in December. The warmest period peaks in April at around 37°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in January near 17°C. Summer is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 3 days from now.

The best time to visit Sikasso is during January, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 25°C with modest rainfall averaging 3mm per month. By contrast, April can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 37°C. With minimal rainfall expected, you can pack light and plan outdoor activities with confidence.

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Sikasso based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Celsius (°C). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in kilometres per hour (km/h). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.