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Normal weather for Gambia in December

It's hot in December in Gambia with an average temperature of 34°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 32°C to a high of 35°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 18°C and 21°C.

According to weather history, there is only 0,3 mm of precipitation in December. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the East.

Gambia in December

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Temperature Average Temperature
34°C 9°C
Sun High Temp
35°C 12°C
Sun Low Temp
32°C 4°C
Rain Total Precipitation
0,3 mm 133 mm
Rain Rainy Days
1 day 17 days

Start of December

The month of December starts in Gambia with hot temps, averaging around 35°C during the day and nights around 21°C. No precipitation expected at the start of the month; it’ll be sunny.

With the temperature difference between day and night, it’s smart to wear layers. For the daytime, light clothing like shorts or a dress, and a hat and sunglasses are perfect. In the evening and morning, a T-shirt, light pants or skirt, and a light jacket are ideal.

Mid December

By mid-December, daytime temps drop to around 34°C, with nights around 20°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. For the daytime, light clothing like shorts or a dress, and a hat and sunglasses are perfect. In the evening and morning, a T-shirt, light pants or skirt, and a light jacket are ideal.

End of December

By the end of December, the average daytime temperature in Gambia 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.

Because temperatures drop in the evening, wearing layers is recommended. For the daytime, light clothing like shorts or a dress, and a hat and sunglasses are perfect. In the evening and morning, a T-shirt, light pants or skirt, and a light jacket are ideal.

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Water temperature

The water temperature at Gambia is 26°C this month. Lovely temperature for a swim.

UV index

The UV index is a maximum of 8 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 December a good time to visit Gambia?

December is an awesome month to be in Gambia for sunny weather. You’ll have high temperatures and not much chance of rain this month.

Temperature records for Gambia in December

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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.

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Daily Temperature in December in Gambia

This chart shows the average daily high and low temperatures in December for Gambia, 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 Temperature in December in Gambia

Daily Precipitation in December in Gambia

The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in December for Gambia, 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 December, you can expect about 1 day of precipitation in Gambia.

Daily Precipitation in December in Gambia

Daily UV Index in December in Gambia

This chart shows the average daily UV index in December in Gambia, 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.

Daily UV Index in December in Gambia

Temperature in December in Gambia Over the Years

This chart shows the average temperature in December in Gambia, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past few years.

Temperature in December in Gambia Over the Years

Total Precipitation in December in Gambia Over the Years

This chart shows the average precipitation in December in Gambia, measured in millimeters over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, whether it’s snow or hail.

Precipitation in December in Gambia Over the Years

Daily Climate in December for Gambia

Click on any day in December to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Gambia. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.

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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.


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