The climate of Gambia
The current climate in Gambia features temperatures ranging from a high of 37°C to a low of 32°C throughout the year. The average yearly temperature is around 35°C. At night, temperatures in the colder months average around 18°C and in the warmer months around 24°C.
Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average monthly maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and average monthly rainfall (in millimeters) for Gambia.
Temperature records
The highest temperature recorded in Gambia in recent years was 45°C in May 2022. The lowest daytime temperature recorded was 24°C in February 2018.
Rainfall amount
On average, Gambia receives 1095 mm of precipitation each year. For comparison, New York gets 1142 mm of precipitation annually.
The climate in Gambia is based on weather data from Banjul. Other places, like Kololi, might have different weather. You can check out all destinations in Gambia to get the full picture of the climate.
Best time to visit Gambia?
The best time to go for a sun holiday to Gambia is January, February, June and October through December. During this period, you'll have nice temperatures and not too much rain, making it a great time to visit Gambia. In the other months of the year, there's too much rain or the temperature isn't ideal for a visit if you want sunny and pleasant weather.
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Climate Table of Gambia
The climate table of Gambia shows the average temperatures, rainfall, and UV index per month. The table provides an overview of the average day and night temperatures in degrees Celsius, the total amount of rainfall in millimeters, the total snowfall in centimeters, and the UV index for each month. Rainfall is always measured as water, even if it's snow or hail.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
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| Temp. max (°C) | 34 | 35 | 36 | 36 | 37 | 34 | 34 | 32 | 32 | 34 | 35 | 34 |
| Temp. min (°C) | 18 | 19 | 20 | 21 | 23 | 24 | 25 | 25 | 24 | 25 | 22 | 19 |
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| Precipitation (mm) | 0 | 24 | 0 | 0 | 40 | 66 | 246 | 383 | 253 | 79 | 2,8 | 0,3 |
| UV Index | 8 | 9 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 9 | 7 | 7 | 8 | 8 | 8 | 8 |
Click on the month name to see more weather details, like daily averages, temperatures, and precipitation for the past years in that month.
Popular destinations in Gambia
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Temperature charts
These charts display the average temperatures in Gambia. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Average Temperature per Month in Gambia
Yearly Temperature in Gambia
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in Gambia. Precipitation is always measured as water, even when it falls as snow or hail. The amount of precipitation is displayed in millimeters, while snowfall is shown in centimeters.
Average Precipitation per Month in Gambia
Total Yearly Precipitation in Gambia
UV index chart
This chart shows the average UV index per month in Gambia. The UV index indicates the intensity of ultraviolet radiation and ranges from 0 to a maximum of 11.
Average UV Index per Month in Gambia
Weather experiences in Gambia
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Average weather in Gambia by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Gambia. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.