Bakau weather in August (Gambia)

Looking to travel to Bakau in August? Wondering if it's an optimal time for a visit? This page provides detailed information on the weather conditions for that month.

In August, Bakau typically experiences 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. Keep in mind, these temperatures are averages, and some days might be even warmer. Dress suitably to manage the heat.

Bakau in August usually receives heavy rainfall, averaging around 262 mm for the month. This month marks the year's heaviest rainfall, with frequent intense rainshowers. It's advisable to be prepared with appropriate rain gear 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.

With around 190 hours of sunshine, the days are mostly sunny. It gives a pleasant and vibrant feel to the area.

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 in August and which places have the best weather 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 Bakau in August?

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 in August.

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

Interested in more climate information?

Weather and Climate provides you with all the information you need about the climate in Bakau.

Our site offers climate and forecast data for every country in the world. Are you going to the Gambia? On this website you can find historical weather averages for many cities in the Gambia. Not sure yet where to go? We now have a tool which recommends destinations that suit your ideal climate conditions. Find out where to go with our weather planner.