Weather in October in The Gambia
Planning a trip to the Gambia this October? Here's what you need to know about the weather:
What is the weather like in the Gambia in October?
October in the Gambia generally has very warm temperatures, with moderate precipitation.
Temperatures
You can expect very warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 31°C and nighttime temperatures around 27°C in Brufut. To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of the Gambia in October, check out the map below. On average, October is the warmest month of the year in the Gambia. So be prepared and pack summer clothes.For specific regional insights in the Gambia, refer to the map provided below.
Precipitation
In October, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Banjul with an average of 54 mm to moderate rainfall in Gunjur with 65 mm.Average sunshine
Meanwhile, Brufut enjoys approximately 218 hours of sunshine, offering a mostly sunny climate that adds a pleasant and vibrant feel to the month.For a more detailed look at the Gambia's conditions throughout the year, check out our the Gambia climate page.
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For a detailed overview over the year and the best time to visit the Gambia, check out our Gambia's climate page.
Popular destinations
What is the weather like in October for the 5 most popular destinations in the Gambia?
Brufut
In October Brufut generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 27°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.
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Kololi
In October Kololi generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 27°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.
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Kotu
In October Kotu generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 27°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.
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Bijilo
In October Bijilo generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 27°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.
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Bakau
In October Bakau generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 27°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.
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Is October the best time to visit the Gambia?
In our opinion, October is a good time to visit the Gambia with overall pleasant weather in Brufut. It's worth noting that weather conditions might differ depending on the location you visit.
Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in January, February, March, April, May, June, November and December offering mostly perfect weather in Brufut. In contrast, August and September tend to have poor weather conditions.
Interested in more climate information?
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