Banjul Temperatures: Monthly Averages and Year-Round Insights
On this page, we’ll explore temperature statistics for Banjul in Gambia, including day and night variations and monthly averages. We’ll also compare the annual temperature to other cities in the Gambia.
Monthly Temperature Averages
Year-round, Banjul experiences a consistently comfortable climate. Typically, maximum daytime temperatures range from a very warm 31°C in October to a warm 26°C in the coolest month, January. Nights are cooler, with temperatures generally dropping to 21°C, particularly during the colder months.
The chart below illustrates the average maximum day and minimum night temperatures in Banjul by month:
The coldest temperatures are usually recorded between 4 AM and 6 AM, while the hottest temperatures occur near 3 PM, at the peak of the sun's warmth. October, the city’s warmest month, receives 218 hours of sunshine.
The chart below shows the average temperature throughout the year:
January, the city’s coldest month, sees about 1.4 mm of rainfall spread over roughly a single day. It records 279 hours of sunshine of sunshine.
Annual Temperatures in the Gambia Compared
The map below shows the annual temperature across the Gambia. You can also select the different months in case you are interested in a specific month.
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Banjul Temperatures Compared World Wide
Banjul’s average annual maximum temperature is 28°C. Let’s compare this with some popular tourist destinations:
In Lisbon, Portugal, the average annual temperature is 21°C, offering warm summers and mild, rainy winters.
In contrast, in Oslo, Norway, the average annual temperature is significantly lower at 10°C, with mild summers and cold winters.
Chicago, USA, has a significant seasonal range, with an average annual temperature of 15°C.
Perth, Australia, experiences a Mediterranean climate, with a pleasant average temperature of 25°C.
How does the temperature feel?
Humidity is an essential factor in how you experience temperature. When a warm period is accompanied by high humidity, it results in a higher perceived temperature. This is especially true when temperatures exceed 25°C, as it can cause greater discomfort.
In Banjul, during the coolest month, January, you will experience 47% humidity, which is considered moderate. This is accompanied by an average maximum temperature of 27°C. In the warmest month, October, the humidity is 80% combined with an average maximum temperature of 31°C, which creates a very high-feel temperature. Explore our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
How are these Temperatures Measured?
Generally, temperature data depicting climate is usually given over a 30-year average in order to reduce short-term fluctuations and reveal better long-term trends in climate conditions.
This temperature data is taken from land-based thermometers, ocean buoys, ships, and satellites. These measurements are transmitted to weather stations and climate centers around the globe where they are processed, averaged, and analyzed in order to monitor the trends and create climate models.
Effects of Temperature on Weather and Climate
Temperature variations influence precipitation patterns in Amsterdam:
Rainfall: Warm air holds more moisture, leading to heavier rain during warmer months. However, precipitation is generally moderate year-round.
Snow: Occasional snowfall occurs in winter, though it rarely lasts very long.
For more detailed information about Banjul’s weather, including monthly rainfall, sunshine hours, and humidity levels, visit our Banjul climate page.
Current temperature in Banjul
