Kayes weather
At 7:30 PM local time it was thunderstorm and 24°C (76°F). Mostly light, on-and-off rain; heavier around 7 PM, 8 PM, 9 PM (13.3 mm total). Best months for weather: Jun–Sep. Kayes sits 165 m (541 ft) above sea level, which keeps it cooler than the coast. Below: today's sky, the hour-by-hour rain chance and the 16-day forecast for Kayes, Bouenza, Republic of the Congo.
Current conditions
- Clouds
- 87%
- Chance of rain
- 88%
- Rain
- 1.6 mm/h
Hourly Forecast
Mostly light, on-and-off rain; heavier around 7 PM, 8 PM, 9 PM (13.3 mm total)
Daily Forecast
Best Time to Visit
Peak season Jun–SepOff season Mar–Apr, Nov–Dec
About Kayes weather
Is it raining in Kayes right now?
Yes. It’s thunderstorm and 24° right now. Mostly light, on-and-off rain; heavier around 7 PM, 8 PM, 9 PM (13.3 mm total).
What’s the weather like in Kayes this week?
Over the next 7 days, expect highs of 31–32° and lows of 23–24°. Rain is likely on 7 of 7 days (Saturday, Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday). The driest day looks like Sunday.
Has it been raining in Kayes lately?
In the past 7 days, Kayes had 5 rainy days and 37.8 mm of rain in total.
What should I pack for Kayes?
For the coming week, bring an umbrella or rain jacket, light, breathable clothes and sunscreen.
Kayes weather by month
When is the best time to visit Kayes?
Based on weather alone, the best time to visit Kayes is Jun–Sep, according to NASA's 2001–2025 climate averages. Mar–Apr, Nov–Dec tends to be the least pleasant. Average highs run from 28°C (82°F) in December to 32°C (90°F) in September.
What is the rainiest month in Kayes?
November is the wettest month, with about 287 mm (11.3 in) of rain on average. July is the driest, with about 2 mm (0.1 in).
What is the hottest month in Kayes?
September is the warmest, with average highs of 32°C (90°F) and lows of 21°C (69°F). December is the coolest, with highs of 28°C (82°F) and lows of 22°C (71°F).
Does Kayes have a rainy season?
Yes. Oct–Apr is the rainy season (150 mm or more a month), while Jun–Sep is usually dry (under 60 mm).
Sources: 2001–2025 monthly averages from NASA POWER (MERRA-2 reanalysis), forecast and current conditions from Open-Meteo. Page updated . How we rate months