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Tessit, Mali
Gao · Mali
Tessit is a small city in Gao, Mali with a population of 13,588. Elevation: 961 ft (293 m). Average temperature: 84°F (29°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Tessit
Tessit is a small town and commune in south-eastern Mali. Located in Ansongo Cercle in the Gao Region of Mali, a 1998 census detailed that the commune had a total population of 6,717.
People
Climate
| Population | 13,588 |
| Population Density | 79 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 961 ft (293 m) |
| Coordinates | 15.2167°, -0.3000° |
| Timezone | Africa/Bamako |
| Country | 🇲🇱 Mali |
| State / Province | Gao |
| Average Temperature | 84°F (29°C) |
| January Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 86°F (30°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 10.8 inches (274 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Tessit
Tessit is a small city in Mali (Gao) with a population of 13,588. The city sits at an elevation of 961 feet (293 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 84°F (29°C). Temperatures range from 75°F in January to 86°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 10.8 inches. The timezone is Africa/Bamako.
Climate in Tessit
Tessit has an average annual temperature of 28.9°C (84°F). The hottest month is May (35.9°C), the coldest is Jan (22.3°C). Average annual precipitation is 541 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 84.4°F |
| 56% above Mali avg | |
| January Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 86°F (30°C) |
| Sunny Days | 316 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 961 ft (293 m) |
| Area | 171.8 sq mi (445.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 79/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 15.2167°N, 0.3000°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Bamako |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 75°F (24°C) | 0.0 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 79°F (26°C) | 0.0 in | |
| March | 85°F (29°C) | 0.0 in | |
| April | 90°F (32°C) | 0.1 in | |
| May | 93°F (34°C) | 0.4 in | Warmest |
| June | 91°F (33°C) | 1.2 in | |
| July | 86°F (30°C) | 3.2 in | |
| August | 83°F (28°C) | 3.8 in | Wettest |
| September | 86°F (30°C) | 1.8 in | |
| October | 88°F (31°C) | 0.3 in | |
| November | 82°F (28°C) | 0.0 in | |
| December | 76°F (24°C) | 0.0 in |
Tessit has a seasonal temperature swing of 18°F / from 75°F in January to 93°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 10.8 inches, with August being the wettest month (3.8") and January the driest (0.0").
Schools in Tessit
2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tessit [1er C] | - | - | - | - |
| TESSIT S/C | - | - | - | - |
Airports Near Tessit
1 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Tambao Airport | TMQ | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Frequently Asked Questions About Tessit
What is the population of Tessit?
Tessit has a population of 13,588 residents and is located in Mali. The population density is 79 people per square mile, spread across 171.8 square miles.
What is the weather like in Tessit?
Tessit has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 84°F (29°C). Winter temperatures average 75°F in January, while summers reach an average of 86°F in July. The area receives 316 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 10.8 inches.