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Brufut Temperatures: Monthly Averages and Year-Round Insights

On this page, we’ll explore Brufut’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

Year-round, Brufut 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 Brufut by month:

The early hours of 4 AM to 6 AM often see the lowest temperatures, while 3 PM marks the peak of the day’s heat as the sun’s impact is strongest. October, the city’s warmest month, boasts 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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Annual average
temperature: 29°C

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Legend very warm warm pleasant moderate cold very cold
Very warm means maximum temperatures above 32°C. Warm: 25°C to 32°C. Pleasant: 18°C to 25°C Moderate: 10°C to 18°C. Cold: 5°C to 10°C. Very cold: lower than 5°C

Brufut Temperatures Compared World Wide

Brufut’s average annual maximum temperature is 29°C. Let’s compare this with some popular tourist destinations:

Athens, Greece, experiences an average annual temperature of 23°C, with hot summers and mild winters typical of a Mediterranean climate.

In contrast, in Zermatt, Switzerland, the average annual temperature is significantly lower at 4°C, with mild summers and very cold winters.

Meanwhile, New York City, USA, experiences a more pronounced seasonal variation with an average annual temperature of 17°C.

Melbourne, Australia, has a slightly cooler climate, with an average annual temperature of 20°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 Brufut, 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 Brufut’s weather, including monthly rainfall, sunshine hours, and humidity levels, visit our Brufut climate page.


Current temperature in Brufut

Wed   Jan 22
27°C | 19°C
NE 4 m/s
clear and no rain

clear and no rain

Thu   Jan 23
26°C | 19°C
N 6 m/s
clear and no rain

clear and no rain

Fri   Jan 24
27°C | 18°C
N 5 m/s
almost clear and no rain

almost clear and no rain

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