GambiaThe climate of Sam Joben
The current climate in Sam Joben 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 Sam Joben, Gambia.
Temperature records
The highest temperature recorded in Sam Joben in recent years was 45°C in May 2022. The lowest daytime temperature recorded was 24°C in February 2018.
Rainfall amount
On average, Sam Joben receives 1095 mm of precipitation each year. For comparison, New York gets 1142 mm of precipitation annually.
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Best time to visit Sam Joben?
The best time to visit Sam Joben for sunny weather 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 Sam Joben. 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 Sam Joben
The climate table of Sam Joben 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 |
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Temperature charts
These charts display the average temperatures in Sam Joben, Gambia. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Average Temperature per Month in Sam Joben
Yearly Temperature in Sam Joben
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in Sam Joben, 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 Sam Joben
Total Yearly Precipitation in Sam Joben
UV index chart
This chart shows the average UV index per month in Sam Joben, 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 Sam Joben
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Average weather in Sam Joben by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Sam Joben. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.