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Gambia Weather in October

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

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Planning a trip to the Gambia this October? Here's what you need to know about the weather:

What to Expect 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 (88°F) and nighttime temperatures around 27°C (81°F) in Brufut. 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 Tanji with an average of 54 mm (2.1 in) to moderate rainfall in Gunjur with 65 mm (2.6 in).

Average sunshine

October brings good sunshine to many areas. Brufut sees around 218 hours of sunlight, great for visitors looking for bright days.

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 October

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

Temperature range in the Gambia (October)

Precipitation variation in the Gambia (October)

Brufut

In October Brufut generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C (88°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 27°C (81°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are very good that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
31°C (88°F)
31°C (88°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
27°C (81°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly sun hours
180 hours
218 hours
250 hours
Monthly rainfall
200 mm (7.9 in)
55 mm (2.2 in)
1.8 mm (0.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
6 days
a single day
Weather conditions
less favorable
very good
excellent
Climate in Brufut →

Kololi

In October Kololi generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C (88°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 27°C (81°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are very good that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
31°C (88°F)
31°C (88°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
27°C (81°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly sun hours
180 hours
218 hours
250 hours
Monthly rainfall
197 mm (7.8 in)
55 mm (2.2 in)
1.8 mm (0.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
6 days
a single day
Weather conditions
mixed
very good
excellent
Climate in Kololi →

Kotu

In October Kotu generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C (88°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 27°C (81°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are very good that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
31°C (88°F)
31°C (88°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
27°C (81°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly sun hours
180 hours
218 hours
250 hours
Monthly rainfall
196 mm (7.7 in)
55 mm (2.2 in)
1.8 mm (0.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
6 days
a single day
Weather conditions
mixed
very good
excellent
Climate in Kotu →

Bijilo

In October Bijilo generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C (88°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 27°C (81°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are very good that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
31°C (88°F)
31°C (88°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
27°C (81°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly sun hours
180 hours
218 hours
250 hours
Monthly rainfall
198 mm (7.8 in)
55 mm (2.2 in)
1.8 mm (0.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
6 days
a single day
Weather conditions
mixed
very good
excellent
Climate in Bijilo →

Bakau

In October Bakau generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C (88°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 27°C (81°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are very good that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
31°C (88°F)
31°C (88°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
27°C (81°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly sun hours
180 hours
218 hours
250 hours
Monthly rainfall
196 mm (7.7 in)
55 mm (2.2 in)
1.8 mm (0.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
6 days
a single day
Weather conditions
mixed
very good
excellent
Climate in Bakau →

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Popular cities in October

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Brufut 31°C (88°F) 27°C (81°F) 55 mm (2.2 in)
Kololi 31°C (88°F) 27°C (81°F) 55 mm (2.2 in)
Kotu 31°C (88°F) 27°C (81°F) 55 mm (2.2 in)
Gunjur 31°C (88°F) 27°C (81°F) 65 mm (2.6 in)
Bakau 31°C (88°F) 27°C (81°F) 55 mm (2.2 in)
Sanyang 31°C (88°F) 27°C (81°F) 58 mm (2.3 in)

The Gambia weather in October: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in the Gambia in October?

the Gambia typically experiences good weather in October, part of the season. Daytime highs in Brufut average around 31°C (88°F), and temperatures drop to about 27°C (81°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in the Gambia in October?

Daytime temperatures in Brufut peak at roughly 31°C (88°F) in October, dropping to about 27°C (81°F) overnight.

Does the Gambia get a lot of rain in October?

Rain is generally moderate to light in the Gambia during October, with Brufut averaging close to 55 mm (2.2 in).

Is October a Good Time to Visit the Gambia?

In our opinion, October is a good time to visit the Gambia with overall very good 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 and December offering mostly excellent weather in Brufut. In contrast, August and September tend to have less favorable weather conditions.

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