Kololi Temperatures: Monthly Averages and Year-Round Insights
On this page, we’ll explore Kololi’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 climate in Kololi remains fairly constant, offering comfortable temperatures throughout the year. Typically, maximum daytime temperatures range from a very warm 31°C in October to a warm 27°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 Kololi by month:
Typically, the coolest time of day is between 4 AM and 6 AM, while the hottest time occurs around 3 PM, when the sun’s heating effect is strongest. October, the city’s warmest month, experiences 218 hours of sunshine.
The chart below shows the average temperature throughout the year:
January, the city’s coldest month, sees about 1.6 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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Kololi Temperatures Compared World Wide
Kololi’s average annual maximum temperature is 29°C. Let’s compare this with some popular tourist destinations:
In Barcelona, Spain, the average annual temperature is around 21°C, resulting in warm summers and mild winters throughout the year.
Glasgow, Scotland, the average annual temperature is significantly lower at 13°C, with mild summers and cold winters.
In Seoul, South Korea, the average annual temperature is 18°C, featuring distinct seasons.
In Brisbane, Australia, the average annual temperature is 26°C, making it warmer than Sydney.
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 Kololi, 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.
Global Warming and Its Effects
Climate change is affecting worldwide temperatures, including in Kololi. It has massive impacts on both local and global levels:
- Global Temperature Rise: The average global land and sea temperatures have risen by about 1.2°C since pre-industrial times.
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Local Impacts: Most regions of the world are witnessing warmer winters with fewer frost and snowfall days. The global frequency and severity of heatwaves have increased. For example, Europe's summers of 2018, 2019, and 2020 all broke records. Summers are also becoming drier; however, during winter, inland regions have experienced increased rainfall. This has caused elevated river levels and more cases of flooding.
Many countries are experiencing earlier springs and later autumns. This is why some bird species have shifted their migration dates.
For more detailed information about Kololi’s weather, including monthly rainfall, sunshine hours, and humidity levels, visit our Kololi climate page.
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