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Banjul Climate by Month

Banjul has pretty similar weather over the course of the year. It receives a moderate amount of precipitation. Let’s explore the climate details in depth to provide you with a complete overview.

Average day and night temperature

In Banjul temperatures are generally consistent throughout the year. On average, daytime temperatures range from a very warm 31°C in October to a comfortable 26°C in January. Nighttime temperatures can drop, with averages reaching 21°C in January.

The mean minimum and maximum temperatures throughout the year

Precipitation and rainy days

On average, Banjul receives a reasonable amount of rainfall, with an annual precipitation of 695 mm. The seasons in Banjul, bring significant changes in precipitation. The wettest month, August, receives heavy rainfall, with an average of 276 mm of precipitation. This rainfall is distributed across 17 rainy days.

In contrast, the driest month, April, experiences much less rainfall, totaling 0.1 mm over 0 rainy days. These distinct seasonal differences provide diverse experiences throughout the year.

The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail and snow

Sunshine over the year

Banjul enjoys sunny spells year-round. January sees up to 9.3 hours of daily sunshine, perfect for a sunny trip. September, the least sunny month, still offers a generous 6.0 hours of sun despite this cloudier time of the year.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Daily hours of sunshine

The best time of year to visit Banjul in the Gambia

The best time to visit is during the drier months: January, February, March, April, May, June, October, November and December.

Other facts from our historical weather data:
  • Which months have the greatest rainfall in Banjul?
    Most rainfall (rainy season) is seen in August and September.
  • Which is the warmest month in Banjul?
    October has an average maximum temperature of 31°C and is the warmest month of the year.
  • Which is the coldest month in Banjul?
    The coldest month is January with an average maximum temperature of 26°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in Banjul?
    August tops the wettest month list with 276 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in Banjul?
    April is the driest month with 0 mm of precipitation.
  • Which is the sunniest month in Banjul?
    January is the sunniest month with an average of 279 hours of sunshine.

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    Forecast for Banjul

    Wed   Dec 11
    29°C | 19°C
    NE 14 km/h
    broken clouds and no rain

    broken clouds and no rain

    Thu   Dec 12
    29°C | 20°C
    NE 14 km/h
    almost clear and no rain

    almost clear and no rain

    Fri   Dec 13
    31°C | 21°C
    NE 14 km/h
    partly cloudy and no rain

    partly cloudy and no rain