The weather in January in Gambia
It's hot in January in Gambia 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.
January is an awesome month to be in Gambia for sunny weather. You’ll have high temperatures and no rain this month.
Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average daily maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and precipitation (in millimeters) in January for Gambia. A low precipitation value usually indicates little to no rainfall on that day in recent years, while a higher value suggests more frequent rainfall.
Temperature records
With 40°C in 2021, Gambia 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.
Water temperature
The water temperature at Gambia is 24°C this month. Comfortable for a swim.
Rainfall amount
According to weather history, there is no precipitation in January. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the Southeast.
Daily weather in January for Gambia
Click on any day in January 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.
January weather comparison
| Gambia | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 34°C | 5°C |
| Max. temperature | 36°C | 11°C |
| Min. temperature | 17°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 0 mm | 97 mm |
| Rainy days | 0 days | 12 days |
Start of January
The month of January starts in Gambia with hot temps, averaging around 34°C during the day and nights around 19°C.
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.
End of January
By the end of January, 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.
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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.
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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.
Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in January in Gambia. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in January in Gambia
Temperature in January in Gambia over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in January 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.
Daily Precipitation in January in Gambia
Total precipitation in January in Gambia over the years
Daily UV index in January in Gambia
This chart shows the average daily UV index in January 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.
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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.