Bijilo Temperatures: Monthly Averages and Year-Round Insights
On this page, we’ll explore Bijilo’s temperature statistics in detail, including day and night variations and monthly averages. We’ll also compare the annual temperature to other cities in the Gambia.
Monthly Temperature Averages
The temperature in Bijilo remains steady throughout the year, providing a consistently very warm climate. Average maximum daytime temperatures range from a very warm 31°C in October, the warmest time of the year, to a comfortable 27°C during cooler months like January. At night, minimum temperatures typically average around 21°C during these months.
The chart below illustrates the average maximum day and minimum night temperatures in Bijilo 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 1.5 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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Bijilo Temperatures Compared World Wide
Bijilo’s average annual maximum temperature is 29°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.
Glasgow, Scotland, the average annual temperature is significantly lower at 13°C, with mild summers and cold winters.
In Shanghai, China, the annual average temperature is 21°C, offering warm summers and mild winters.
Adelaide, Australia, enjoys warm summers and mild winters, with an average annual temperature of 21°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 Bijilo, 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.
Temperatures in the Mountains
Although not all regions have mountains, elevated areas exhibit distinct temperature variations.
- Sun Exposure: Sunlit slopes tend to be warmer, while shaded areas remain cooler.
- Altitude Effects: Temperatures drop by approximately 6°C for every 1,000 meters of elevation, creating distinct microclimates.
For more detailed information about Bijilo’s weather, including monthly rainfall, sunshine hours, and humidity levels, visit our Bijilo climate page.
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