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January in Bijilo brings high temperatures, with daytime highs of 27°C (81°F) and nights around 21°C (70°F). Only 1.5 mm (0.1 in) of rainfall is typical, making it a largely dry month.
If you're inclined towards comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, January is a good time to visit Bijilo.
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35-year average (1984-2026)
Based on our historical records, temperatures in Bijilo typically stay consistent throughout January, with daily highs averaging around 27°C (81°F). Nights are pleasant, with lows around 18°C (64°F).
35-year average (1984-2026)
Average daily rainfall for each day of the month based on long-term records.
Browse day-by-day weather records for Bijilo spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
Our historical data for Bijilo spans 2006 to 2025, revealing these weather extremes.
Find out more about the weather in the Gambia and which places have the best travel conditions in this month. See all of the Gambia in January →
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).
Warm but pleasant conditions in Bijilo in January. Focus on lightweight, maybe with natural fabrics, cotton blend shirts, comfortable shorts, and breathable footwear. A light cover-up for sun protection is smart too. Dry conditions mean you won't need to worry about rain protection. Don't forget sun protection, sunglasses, sunscreen, and a hat. These are all good ideas with this much sunshine.
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
Temperature Rainfall Sunshine Humidity
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