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Gambia Weather in March

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

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Are you planning a trip a to the Gambia in March and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.

What to Expect in the Gambia in March

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

Temperatures

The average highest temperatures fluctuate between warm in Tanji at 26°C (79°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.

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

Precipitation

March is a very dry month with an average rainfall of around 0.3 mm (0.01 in) in Brufut.

Average sunshine

Plenty of sunshine can be expected in numerous places in March. Brufut typically receives 238 hours of sunlight, making it ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

Explore the Gambia by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in the Gambia - and find the best time to visit. (based on Brufut)

January27°C (81°F) February27°C (81°F) March27°C (81°F) April26°C (79°F) May27°C (81°F) June29°C (84°F) This monthJuly30°C (86°F) August30°C (86°F) September30°C (86°F) October31°C (88°F) November31°C (88°F) December29°C (84°F)
Best Time to Visit the Gambia →

Best Places to Visit in the Gambia in March

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

Temperature range in the Gambia (March)

Precipitation variation in the Gambia (March)

Brufut

In March 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 excellent that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
27°C (81°F)
27°C (81°F)
26°C (79°F)
Min temperature
21°C (70°F)
21°C (70°F)
22°C (72°F)
Monthly sun hours
207 hours
238 hours
267 hours
Monthly rainfall
0.9 mm (0.04 in)
0.3 mm (0.01 in)
0.1 mm (0 in)
Monthly rainy days
0 days
0 days
0 days
Weather conditions
excellent
excellent
excellent
Climate in Brufut →

Kololi

In March 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 excellent that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
28°C (82°F)
27°C (81°F)
Min temperature
21°C (70°F)
21°C (70°F)
22°C (72°F)
Monthly sun hours
207 hours
238 hours
267 hours
Monthly rainfall
0.9 mm (0.04 in)
0.3 mm (0.01 in)
0.1 mm (0 in)
Monthly rainy days
0 days
0 days
0 days
Weather conditions
excellent
excellent
excellent
Climate in Kololi →

Kotu

In March 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 excellent that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
28°C (82°F)
27°C (81°F)
Min temperature
21°C (70°F)
21°C (70°F)
22°C (72°F)
Monthly sun hours
207 hours
238 hours
267 hours
Monthly rainfall
0.9 mm (0.04 in)
0.3 mm (0.01 in)
0.1 mm (0 in)
Monthly rainy days
0 days
0 days
0 days
Weather conditions
excellent
excellent
excellent
Climate in Kotu →

Bijilo

In March 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 excellent that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
27°C (81°F)
27°C (81°F)
27°C (81°F)
Min temperature
21°C (70°F)
21°C (70°F)
22°C (72°F)
Monthly sun hours
207 hours
238 hours
267 hours
Monthly rainfall
0.9 mm (0.04 in)
0.3 mm (0.01 in)
0.1 mm (0 in)
Monthly rainy days
0 days
0 days
0 days
Weather conditions
excellent
excellent
excellent
Climate in Bijilo →

Bakau

In March Bakau generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 21°C (70°F) and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
29°C (84°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
21°C (70°F)
21°C (70°F)
22°C (72°F)
Monthly sun hours
207 hours
238 hours
267 hours
Monthly rainfall
1 mm (0.04 in)
0.3 mm (0.01 in)
0.1 mm (0 in)
Monthly rainy days
0 days
0 days
0 days
Weather conditions
excellent
excellent
excellent
Climate in Bakau →

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In our records: the Gambia March extremes

Notable March 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 coldest March daytime high in the Gambia was 22°C (72°F) in Banjul on March 24, 2004.

Popular cities in March

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Brufut 27°C (81°F) 21°C (70°F) 0.3 mm (0.01 in)
Kololi 28°C (82°F) 21°C (70°F) 0.3 mm (0.01 in)
Kotu 28°C (82°F) 21°C (70°F) 0.3 mm (0.01 in)
Gunjur 28°C (82°F) 21°C (70°F) 0.3 mm (0.01 in)
Bakau 29°C (84°F) 21°C (70°F) 0.3 mm (0.01 in)
Sanyang 27°C (81°F) 21°C (70°F) 0.3 mm (0.01 in)

The Gambia weather in March: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in the Gambia in March?

the Gambia typically experiences excellent weather in March, part of the season. Daytime highs in Brufut average around 27°C (81°F), and temperatures drop to about 21°C (70°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in the Gambia in March?

In Brufut, the average daytime high in March is 27°C (81°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 21°C (70°F).

Does the Gambia get a lot of rain in March?

Not particularly. Brufut averages just 0.3 mm (0.01 in) of rain in March, making it a mostly dry month for the Gambia.

Is March a Good Time to Visit the Gambia?

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

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in January, February, March, April, May, June and December offering mostly excellent weather in Brufut. In contrast, August and September tend to have less favorable weather conditions.

Interested in more climate information?

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

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