Bakau weather in October (Gambia)

Planning a trip to Bakau in October? This guide provides all the details you need.

In October, Bakau generally has very high temperatures and moderate rainfall. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around 31°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down, with temperatures gently dropping to a more temperate 27°C. Typically, it's the hottest month of the year. Make sure to come prepared with breezy outfits. Whether you're out exploring or just lounging, being prepared can make your experience in this warm month much more enjoyable.

Bakau in October usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 55 mm for the month. Typically around 6 days of rainfall is expected.

The days are predominantly sunny, with an estimated total of around 218 hours of sunshine. This amount of sunlight does not only brightens the days but also contributes to a cheerful ambiance in the area during this month.

In case you lean more towards enjoying temperate temperatures and rain-free days January, February, March, April, May, June, November and December typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, August tends to have less optimal conditions.

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

 

Bakau, monthly averages in October

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 27°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 31°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 20%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 55 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 6 days  
HumidityHumidity 80% *  
SunshineSunshine 218 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: Banjul, the Gambia (19 KM, 12 Miles).

Where to go in the Gambia in October

Find out more about the weather in the Gambia in October 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 October?

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.

What To Do

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

Swimming
10/10
Cycling
8/10
Walking
8/10
Barbeque
10/10
Camping
7/10
Outdoor sports
8/10

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.