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Bakau weather in August (Gambia)

How does the August weather in Bakau compare to other months? Our page offers a comprehensive look at the weather you can expect this month.

Temperatures

In August, Bakau usually has very high temperatures and heavy rainfall. Throughout the day, temperatures typically settle at around 30°C. But by evening, they drop to around 26°C. With these average temperatures, expect occasional spikes in warmth. Wear light fabrics and stay cool by hydrating regularly.

Precipitation

Bakau in August usually receives heavy rainfall, averaging around 262 mm for the month. In this month, the heaviest downpours of the year are not uncommon. Carrying a poncho might be your best bet to stay dry. Delving into the climate records from the past 30 years, one can predict that nearly 17 days of the month will see rainfall.

Average sunshine

The city usually sees around 190 hours of sunlight, indicating many sunny days.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, August may not be the ideal month to visit Bakau. January, February, March, April, May, June, November and December typically offer the best circumstances. While August tends to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Bakau climate page with graphs.

 

Bakau, monthly averages in August

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 26°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 30°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 55%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 262 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 17 days  
HumidityHumidity 85% *  
SunshineSunshine 190 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
Data from: Banjul, the Gambia (19 KM, 12 Miles).

Where to go in the Gambia in August

Find out more about the weather in the Gambia and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

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

So, what should you wear in this month?

It's going to be warm! Consider airy clothing, t-shirts, and other summer clothes. Shorts for men made of cotton or linen are good options for staying cool. However, there's a good chance of rain, so bring a raincoat just in case.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming
7/10
Cycling
7/10
Walking
7/10
Camping
7/10
Outdoor sports
7/10

Interested in more climate information?

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