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Kidal, Mali

Kidal · Mali

Kidal is a mid-size city in Kidal, Mali with a population of 40,030. Elevation: 1,499 ft (457 m). Average temperature: 84°F (29°C).

Data updated June 2026

40,030 Population 10/sq mi density
1,499 ft Elevation 457 meters
84°F Avg Temperature 29°C
4.6 in Annual Rain
Africa / Bamako Timezone

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People

Population40,030
Density10/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp84°F (29°C)
Rain4.6 in/yr
Sunny Days328/yr
Elevation1,499 ft (457 m)
Population40,030
Population Density10 / sq mi
Elevation1,499 ft (457 m)
Coordinates18.4435°, 1.4092°
TimezoneAfrica/Bamako
Country🇲🇱 Mali
State / ProvinceKidal
Average Temperature84°F (29°C)
January Average69°F (20°C)
July Average93°F (34°C)
Annual Precipitation4.6 inches (116 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Kidal

Kidal is a mid-size city in Mali (Kidal) with a population of 40,030. The city sits at an elevation of 1,499 feet (457 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 84°F (29°C). Temperatures range from 69°F in January to 93°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 4.6 inches. The timezone is Africa/Bamako.

Climate in Kidal

Kidal has an average annual temperature of 0°C (32°F). The hottest month is Jan (0°C), the coldest is Jan (0°C). Average annual precipitation is 124 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 0°C / 32°F - / - 0.2
Feb 0°C / 32°F - / - 0.0
Mar 0°C / 32°F - / - 0.1
Apr 0°C / 32°F - / - 2.2
May 0°C / 32°F - / - 6.1
Jun 0°C / 32°F - / - 12.0
Jul 0°C / 32°F - / - 33.7
Aug 0°C / 32°F - / - 45.3
Sep 0°C / 32°F - / - 19.2
Oct 0°C / 32°F - / - 4.1
Nov 0°C / 32°F - / - 0.4
Dec 0°C / 32°F - / - 0.3
Kidal has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 84°F (29°C). Winters average 69°F in January while summers reach 93°F in July. The area gets 328 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 4.6 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 1,499 feet.

Temperature

69°F Jan (20°C) 93°F Jul (34°C)
Annual Average84.0°F
56% above Mali avg
January Average69°F (20°C)
July Average93°F (34°C)
Sunny Days328 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,499 ft (457 m)
Area3,827.4 sq mi (9,913.0 km²)
Population Density10/sq mi
Coordinates18.4435°N, 1.4092°W
TimezoneAfrica/Bamako

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 4.6"
88% below Mali avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Aug) 1.65"
Driest Month (Jan) 0.04"

Air Quality

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 69°F (20°C) 0.0 in Coldest
February 73°F (23°C) 0.0 in Driest
March 80°F (27°C) 0.0 in
April 88°F (31°C) 0.0 in
May 94°F (34°C) 0.2 in
June 96°F (36°C) 0.4 in Warmest
July 93°F (34°C) 1.3 in
August 91°F (33°C) 1.7 in Wettest
September 91°F (33°C) 0.8 in
October 87°F (30°C) 0.1 in
November 78°F (25°C) 0.0 in
December 70°F (21°C) 0.0 in

Kidal has a seasonal temperature swing of 27°F / from 69°F in January to 96°F in June. Total annual precipitation is 4.6 inches, with August being the wettest month (1.7") and February the driest (0.0").

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Colleges & Universities in Kidal

Institution Type Founded Website
IFM University - ,

Schools in Kidal

9 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
ALIOU [1er C] - - - -
ALIOU [2e C] - - - -
AMIDI AG ONANE - - - -
ANGHAMALI - - - -
E.F KIDAL III - - - -
INTIKOI - - - -
MADRASA KUWAIT - - - -
Lycée Attaher Ag Illy - - - -
BAYE AG MAHAHA - - - -
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Farmers Markets in Kidal

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Marché
Marché des Arabes

Monuments in Kidal

1 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

azawad

Castles in Kidal

2 castles within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

abtol nalher
Fortin

Clinics in Kidal

1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

CSCOM de ETAMBAR

Bus Stations in Kidal

1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

ML #11281494972

Gas Stations in Kidal

2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

aatkrra
Bonde

Airports Near Kidal

1 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Kidal Airport-Small Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Kidal

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
مسجد

Quick Facts

Timezone
Africa/Bamako

🇲🇱 About Mali

Capital Bamako
Population 19,077,690
Area 1,240,000 km²
GDP (USD) $24,813,860,599
GDP per capita $1,044
HDI 0.410
Life expectancy 60.4 years
Internet users 35.1%
Urban population 31.0%
Currency XOF (Franc)
Languages French
Calling code +223
TLD .ml
Driving side right

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Frequently Asked Questions About Kidal

What is the population of Kidal?

Kidal has a population of 40,030 residents and is located in Mali. The population density is 10 people per square mile, spread across 3,827.4 square miles.

What is the weather like in Kidal?

Kidal has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 84°F (29°C). Winter temperatures average 69°F in January, while summers reach an average of 93°F in July. The area receives 328 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 4.6 inches.

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