Gao Travel Guide

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Facts and practical information

Alternative names: Population: 87 thous.Elevation: 843 ft a.s.l.Coordinates: 16°16'38"N, 0°2'42"W
Location

Region: GaoMali

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Gao Top Attractions

Gao Attractions - What to See and Explore

Gao offers many attractions and places to visit. Here are the most important ones: Tomb of Askia. Below you will find a complete list of places worth visiting.

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Best Time To Visit Gao

Learn when is the best time to travel to Gao weather-wise and what to expect in each season.

Average temperatures in °F

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The highest air temperature is in April, May, June, July and October. While the coldest is in January, February and December.

Monthly rainfall in inches

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The lowest rainfall is recorded in January, February, March, November and December. Most of it rains in August.

Length of day in hours

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The length of the day varies only slightly throughout the year. The difference between the longest and the shortest day is 1 hr and 56 min.

Sunrise

Where to next? Visit gao Region: Gao region page or discover the top tourist attractions in Mali.

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