GambiaWhat’s the climate like in Bakau?
The current climate in Bakau features temperatures ranging from a high of 35°C to a low of 31°C throughout the year. The average yearly temperature is around 34°C. At night, temperatures in the colder months average around 18°C and in the warmer months around 24°C.
The highest temperature recorded in Bakau in recent years was 60°C in August 2018. The lowest daytime temperature recorded was 24°C in March 2014.
On average, Bakau receives 1195 mm of precipitation each year. For comparison, New York gets 1142 mm of precipitation annually.
Curious about the weather in other parts of Gambia? Check out the climate and weather for spots like Banjul, Kololi, or explore other destinations in Gambia.
Best time to visit Bakau?
The best time to visit Bakau for sunny weather is January through 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 Bakau. 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.
Climate Table of Bakau
The climate table of Bakau 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 | 34 | 35 | 34 | 33 | 33 | 32 | 31 | 32 | 34 | 34 | 34 |
| Temp. min (°C) | 18 | 19 | 20 | 21 | 22 | 25 | 25 | 25 | 24 | 25 | 22 | 19 |
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| Precipitation (mm) | 0,2 | 24 | 0,1 | 0 | 12 | 76 | 269 | 431 | 296 | 83 | 3,1 | 0,1 |
| UV Index | 8 | 9 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 9 | 8 | 7 | 7 | 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.
Weather experiences in Bakau
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Average Temperature per Month in Bakau
This graph shows the average maximum temperatures per month in Bakau, Gambia. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and the average is calculated based on the recorded temperatures per month from past years.
Average Precipitation per Month in Bakau
This graph shows how much rainfall Bakau, Gambia, gets on average per month. Rainfall is always measured as water, even if it's snow or hail. This makes it easy to compare how much has fallen, regardless of the form of precipitation. The amount of rainfall is measured in millimeters, and the average is calculated based on the recorded rainfall per month from past years.
Average UV Index per Month in Bakau
This graph shows the average UV index per month in Bakau, Gambia. The UV index indicates the intensity of ultraviolet radiation and ranges from 0 to a maximum of 11.
Yearly Temperature in Bakau
This graph shows the average yearly temperature in Bakau, Gambia. The yearly temperature, expressed in degrees Celsius, is the average of all twelve monthly temperatures summed up for that year.
Total Yearly Precipitation in Bakau
This chart shows the total yearly precipitation in Bakau, Gambia, over the past few years. The total yearly precipitation, measured in millimeters, is the sum of all the rain that fell in the twelve months of that year.
Weather experiences in Bakau
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The perfect sunny spot for an autumn vacation in the Netherlands. Not a cloud in sight!— This text is automatically translated to English
February in Bakau was fantastic! Perfect sun destination with insane sunshine and wonderful temperatures. Not a cloud in the sky, clear blue every day. Highly recommended for winter sun vacations!— This text is automatically translated to English
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Average weather in Bakau by month
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