Gambia

Gambia Weather in April

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in the Gambia in April.

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Planning a getaway to the Gambia this April and curious about the weather you should prepare for? Discover all the vital details you need on this page, solving your puzzle:

What to Expect in the Gambia in April

April in the Gambia generally has temperatures that range from warm to very warm, with almost no precipitation.

Temperatures

Based on our climate data spanning from 1990-2020, the average maximum temperature is warm in Tanji at 26°C (79°F) to very warm in Jinack Island at 31°C (88°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 22°C (72°F) in Jinack Island and 21°C (70°F) in Tanji. On average, April is the month with the lowest temperatures of the year in Brufut.

To explore the conditions in the Gambia in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

April is a very dry month with an average rainfall of around 0.1 mm (0 in) in Brufut. In Brufut, this particular month consistently records the lowest levels of rainfall, making it the driest period throughout the entire year.

Average sunshine

Plenty of sunshine can be expected in numerous places in April. Brufut typically receives 267 hours of sunlight, making it ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

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Best Places to Visit in the Gambia in April

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across the Gambia.

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in the Gambia

What is the weather like in April for some of the most popular destinations in the Gambia?

Temperature range in the Gambia (April)

Precipitation variation in the Gambia (April)

Brufut

In April Brufut generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 26°C (79°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 22°C (72°F) and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
27°C (81°F)
26°C (79°F)
27°C (81°F)
Min temperature
21°C (70°F)
22°C (72°F)
23°C (73°F)
Monthly sun hours
238 hours
267 hours
230 hours
Monthly rainfall
0.3 mm (0.01 in)
0.1 mm (0 in)
1 mm (0.04 in)
Monthly rainy days
0 days
0 days
a single day
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Brufut →

Kololi

In April Kololi generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C (81°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 22°C (72°F) and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
27°C (81°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
21°C (70°F)
22°C (72°F)
23°C (73°F)
Monthly sun hours
238 hours
267 hours
230 hours
Monthly rainfall
0.3 mm (0.01 in)
0.1 mm (0 in)
1 mm (0.04 in)
Monthly rainy days
0 days
0 days
a single day
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Kololi →

Kotu

In April Kotu generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C (81°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 22°C (72°F) and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
27°C (81°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
21°C (70°F)
22°C (72°F)
23°C (73°F)
Monthly sun hours
238 hours
267 hours
230 hours
Monthly rainfall
0.3 mm (0.01 in)
0.1 mm (0 in)
1 mm (0.04 in)
Monthly rainy days
0 days
0 days
a single day
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Kotu →

Bijilo

In April Bijilo generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C (81°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 22°C (72°F) and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
27°C (81°F)
27°C (81°F)
27°C (81°F)
Min temperature
21°C (70°F)
22°C (72°F)
23°C (73°F)
Monthly sun hours
238 hours
267 hours
230 hours
Monthly rainfall
0.3 mm (0.01 in)
0.1 mm (0 in)
1 mm (0.04 in)
Monthly rainy days
0 days
0 days
a single day
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Bijilo →

Bakau

In April Bakau generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 22°C (72°F) and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
28°C (82°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
21°C (70°F)
22°C (72°F)
23°C (73°F)
Monthly sun hours
238 hours
267 hours
230 hours
Monthly rainfall
0.3 mm (0.01 in)
0.1 mm (0 in)
1 mm (0.04 in)
Monthly rainy days
0 days
0 days
a single day
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Bakau →

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In our records: the Gambia April extremes

Notable April records observed across cities in the Gambia in our climate database (2004 – 2026). Historic readings can vary in quality, so treat these as illustrative.

  • In our records, the warmest April day in the Gambia reached 43°C (109°F) in Banjul on April 19, 2024.

Popular cities in April

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in the Gambia in April.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Brufut 26°C (79°F) 22°C (72°F) 0.1 mm (0 in)
Kololi 27°C (81°F) 22°C (72°F) 0.1 mm (0 in)
Kotu 27°C (81°F) 22°C (72°F) 0.1 mm (0 in)
Gunjur 27°C (81°F) 21°C (70°F) 0.1 mm (0 in)
Bakau 28°C (82°F) 22°C (72°F) 0.1 mm (0 in)
Sanyang 26°C (79°F) 22°C (72°F) 0.1 mm (0 in)

The Gambia weather in April: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in the Gambia in April?

the Gambia typically experiences perfect weather in April, part of the season. Daytime highs in Brufut average around 26°C (79°F), and temperatures drop to about 22°C (72°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in the Gambia in April?

In Brufut, the average daytime high in April is 26°C (79°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 22°C (72°F).

Does the Gambia get a lot of rain in April?

Rain is generally moderate to light in the Gambia during April, with Brufut averaging close to 0.1 mm (0 in).

Is April a Good Time to Visit the Gambia?

We believe that April is one of the best times to visit the Gambia with overall perfect weather in Brufut.

On average, the best time to visit the Gambia is in January, February, March, April, May, June and December with generally perfect weather in Brufut. In contrast, August and September tend to have poor weather conditions.

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