Gambia

Gambia Weather in February

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

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Thinking about venturing to the Gambia this February and curious about the weather conditions to expect? This page holds all the key information you seek, responding to your question:

What to Expect in the Gambia in February

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

Temperatures

The average maximum daytime temperatures vary from warm in Tanji at 27°C (81°F) to very warm in Jinack Island at 32°C (90°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 21°C (70°F) in Jinack Island and 21°C (70°F) in Tanji.

For a closer look at conditions across the Gambia, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

February is a very dry month with an average rainfall of around 0.9 mm (0.04 in) in Brufut.

Average sunshine

Sunshine is generally plentiful throughout many areas. Brufut enjoys about 207 hours of sunlight, ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

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Best Places to Visit in the Gambia in February

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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 February for some of the most popular destinations in the Gambia?

Temperature range in the Gambia (February)

Precipitation variation in the Gambia (February)

Brufut

In February Brufut generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C (81°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 21°C (70°F) and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« January
February
March »
January
February
March
Max temperature
27°C (81°F)
27°C (81°F)
27°C (81°F)
Min temperature
21°C (70°F)
21°C (70°F)
21°C (70°F)
Monthly sun hours
279 hours
207 hours
238 hours
Monthly rainfall
1.5 mm (0.1 in)
0.9 mm (0.04 in)
0.3 mm (0.01 in)
Monthly rainy days
a single day
0 days
0 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Brufut →

Kololi

In February Kololi generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 21°C (70°F) and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« January
February
March »
January
February
March
Max temperature
27°C (81°F)
28°C (82°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
21°C (70°F)
21°C (70°F)
21°C (70°F)
Monthly sun hours
279 hours
207 hours
238 hours
Monthly rainfall
1.6 mm (0.1 in)
0.9 mm (0.04 in)
0.3 mm (0.01 in)
Monthly rainy days
a single day
0 days
0 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Kololi →

Kotu

In February Kotu generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 21°C (70°F) and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« January
February
March »
January
February
March
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
28°C (82°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
20°C (68°F)
21°C (70°F)
21°C (70°F)
Monthly sun hours
279 hours
207 hours
238 hours
Monthly rainfall
1.6 mm (0.1 in)
0.9 mm (0.04 in)
0.3 mm (0.01 in)
Monthly rainy days
a single day
0 days
0 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Kotu →

Bijilo

In February Bijilo generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C (81°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 21°C (70°F) and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« January
February
March »
January
February
March
Max temperature
27°C (81°F)
27°C (81°F)
27°C (81°F)
Min temperature
21°C (70°F)
21°C (70°F)
21°C (70°F)
Monthly sun hours
279 hours
207 hours
238 hours
Monthly rainfall
1.5 mm (0.1 in)
0.9 mm (0.04 in)
0.3 mm (0.01 in)
Monthly rainy days
a single day
0 days
0 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Bijilo →

Bakau

In February Bakau generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 21°C (70°F) and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« January
February
March »
January
February
March
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
28°C (82°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
20°C (68°F)
21°C (70°F)
21°C (70°F)
Monthly sun hours
279 hours
207 hours
238 hours
Monthly rainfall
1.6 mm (0.1 in)
1 mm (0.04 in)
0.3 mm (0.01 in)
Monthly rainy days
a single day
0 days
0 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Bakau →

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In our records: the Gambia February extremes

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

  • Based on our data, the coldest February night in the Gambia dropped to 10°C (50°F) in Banjul on February 6, 2023.

Popular cities in February

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Brufut 27°C (81°F) 21°C (70°F) 0.9 mm (0.04 in)
Kololi 28°C (82°F) 21°C (70°F) 0.9 mm (0.04 in)
Kotu 28°C (82°F) 21°C (70°F) 0.9 mm (0.04 in)
Gunjur 28°C (82°F) 21°C (70°F) 0.8 mm (0.03 in)
Bakau 28°C (82°F) 21°C (70°F) 1 mm (0.04 in)
Sanyang 27°C (81°F) 21°C (70°F) 0.8 mm (0.03 in)

The Gambia weather in February: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in the Gambia in February?

In February, the Gambia generally has perfect weather conditions. Brufut sees daytime temperatures near 27°C (81°F), with nights cooling to roughly 21°C (70°F).

What is the average temperature in the Gambia in February?

Brufut averages a daytime maximum of 27°C (81°F) in February, with overnight lows close to 21°C (70°F).

Does the Gambia get a lot of rain in February?

Not particularly. Brufut averages just 0.9 mm (0.04 in) of rain in February, making it a mostly dry month for the Gambia.

Is February a Good Time to Visit the Gambia?

We consider February to be one of the best times to travel to the Gambia. Typically, the climate in Brufut is perfect.

Generally speaking, January, February, March, April, May, June and December provide perfect weather in Brufut. In contrast, August and September tend to have poor weather conditions.

Interested in more climate information?

We have much more information about the climate in the Gambia.

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