GambiaAverage weather for Banjul in January
It's hot in January in Banjul with an average temperature of 34°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 33°C to a high of 36°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 17°C and 19°C.
Start of January
The month of January starts in Banjul with hot temps, averaging around 34°C during the day and nights around 19°C. No precipitation expected at the start of the month; it’ll be sunny.
Mid January
By mid-January, daytime temps rise to around 35°C, with nights around 18°C. No precipitation expected during this period, so you can enjoy plenty of sunshine.
Since it cools down at night, it’s a good idea to wear layers.
End of January
By the end of January, the average daytime temperature in Banjul is around 35°C, while nighttime temps are about 19°C. No precipitation expected at the end of the month; it’ll be mostly sunny.
Water temperature
The water temperature at Banjul is 24°C this month. Comfortable for a swim.
According to weather history, there is no precipitation in January. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the Southeast.
Banjul in January |
New York | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average temperature |
34°C | 5°C | |
 Max. temperature |
36°C | 11°C | |
| Min. temperature |
33°C | -5°C | |
 Total precipitation |
0 mm | 97 mm | |
| Rainy days |
0 days | 12 days | |
December
UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 9 this month. That's a very high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 10-15 minutes.
Is January a good time to visit Banjul?
January is an awesome month to be in Banjul for sunny weather. You’ll have high temperatures and no rain this month.
Temperature records
With 40°C in 2021, Banjul reached the highest temperature in January over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 27°C in 2023. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 9°C to a highest value of 23°C.
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Daily Temperature in January in Banjul
This chart shows the average daily high and low temperatures in January for Banjul, in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the highs, and the blue line shows the lows. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, provide the average temperatures for this month.
Daily Precipitation in January in Banjul
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in January for Banjul, measured in millimeters over the past few years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are listed at the bottom of the chart.
A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that it rained more often. But remember, it’s just an average, and every day can be different. Based on historical weather data for January, you can expect it to stay dry all month in Banjul.
Daily UV index in January in Banjul
This chart shows the average daily UV index in January in Banjul, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
Temperature in January in Banjul over the years
This chart shows the average temperature in January in Banjul, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past few years.
Total precipitation in January in Banjul over the years
This chart shows the average precipitation in January in Banjul, measured in millimeters over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, whether it’s snow or hail.
Daily weather in January for Banjul
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Average weather in Banjul by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Banjul. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.
