Bakau weather in September (Gambia)

What should you pack for a trip to Bakau in September? Here’s a detailed forecast of the month’s weather patterns.

Temperatures

The typical weather for September in Bakau includes very high temperatures and heavy rainfall. Anticipate daytime highs near 30°C, and cooler nights with temperatures around 26°C. Although these are average temperatures, some days can be hotter. Wear cool, breathable clothing and protect yourself from the sun.

Precipitation

Bakau in September usually receives heavy rainfall, averaging around 196 mm for the month. Past climate data indicates that roughly 14 days will see rain.

Average sunshine

The area enjoys a balanced 180 hours of sunlight, ensuring it's neither too overcast nor too sunny.

Should you favor a climate that's both dry and comfortably warm January, February, March, April, May, June, November and December typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, August tends to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

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

 

Bakau, monthly averages in September

Min Temperature 26°C  

Max Temperature 30°C  

Chance of Rain 48%  

Precipitation 196 mm  

Rainy days 14 days  

Humidity 84% *  

Sunshine 180 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

Data from: Banjul, the Gambia (19 KM, 12 Miles).

Where to go in the Gambia in September

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

Weather conditions Weather

Temperatures

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

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?

This site provides you with all the information you need about the climate in Bakau.

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