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Driest Cities in Mali

Top 69 cities ranked by driest cities

Driest Cities — Mali

1 Kidal 10 4.6"
2 Bourem 09 5.7"
3 Timbuktu 08 6.8"
4 Gao 09 7.1"
5 Goundam 08 7.5"
6 Diré 08 8.4"
7 Ménaka 12070577 8.4"
8 Inékar 12070577 8.7"
9 I-n-Tillit 09 9.4"
10 Niafunké 08 9.5"
11 Tessit 09 10.8"
12 Abdel Begrou 01 11.8"
13 Nara 07 12.3"
14 Douentza 04 15.5"
15 Nioro 03 16.3"
16 Mopti 04 17.2"
17 Ténenkou 04 17.6"
18 Bandiagara 04 18.2"
19 Koro 04 19.6"
20 Niono 05 20.0"
21 Bankass 04 20.2"
22 Djenné 04 20.7"
23 Moninnpébougou 05 20.8"
24 Siribala Coro 05 21.1"
25 Ké-Macina 05 21.7"
26 Diéma 03 22.1"
27 Dougabougou 05 24.2"
28 Markala 05 24.2"
29 Kayes 03 24.3"
30 Banamba 07 24.4"
31 Pèlèngana 05 25.4"
32 Ségou 05 25.4"
33 San 05 25.8"
34 Toubakoura 07 25.8"
35 Diourou 05 26.7"
36 Kolokani 07 27.9"
37 Kinmparana 05 29.0"
38 Mahina 03 29.1"
39 Fana 07 29.3"
40 Bafoulabé 03 30.2"
41 Bla 05 30.8"
42 Koulikoro 07 31.3"
43 Dioïla 07 31.9"
44 Ntossoni 06 33.0"
45 Koutiala 06 33.4"
46 Yorosso 06 33.7"
47 Dialakorodji 07 33.9"
48 Moribabougou 07 33.9"
49 Sangarébougou 07 33.9"
50 Kouri 06 34.4"
51 Kita 03 34.4"
52 Sirakoro Méguétana 07 34.6"
53 Bamako 01 34.6"
54 Kati 07 34.9"
55 Kabala 07 35.4"
56 Kalaban Koro 07 35.4"
57 Kokofata 03 36.6"
58 Sibi 07 37.6"
59 Kangaba 07 40.0"
60 Kolondiéba 06 41.2"
61 Bougouni 06 41.6"
62 Sikasso 06 42.6"
63 Finnkolo 06 42.6"
64 Kadiolo 06 43.1"
65 Yanfolila 06 43.4"
66 Zégoua 06 43.6"
67 Sagalo 03 44.9"
68 Massiogo 06 45.8"
69 Bamba 09 46.7"

The driest cities in Mali receive the least annual precipitation, often characterized by arid landscapes and abundant sunshine. Kidal receives just 4.6 inches of precipitation annually.

Dry climates offer benefits including more sunny days, less seasonal affective disorder, lower humidity, and reduced mold and allergen concerns. These cities are often located in the desert Southwest or other arid regions with dramatic natural landscapes.

Water management is a critical concern for the driest cities, many of which rely on distant water sources, desalination, or strict conservation measures. As populations grow in these areas, sustainable water use and drought resilience become increasingly important priorities.

Did You Know?

  • 1. Kidal gets just 4.6" of precipitation per year — less than many cities get in a single month.
  • 2. Most of the driest cities are in the desert Southwest, where evaporation often exceeds precipitation by a factor of 10 or more.
  • 3. Water conservation is a way of life in these cities, with many implementing xeriscaping requirements and water usage restrictions.

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