Kotu weather in October (Gambia)

Planning a trip to Kotu in October? Wondering if it's the right time to visit? Browse this page for a comprehensive overview of the weather conditions for that month.

In October, Kotu generally has very high temperatures and moderate rainfall. Throughout the day, temperatures typically settle at around 31°C. But by evening, they drop to around 27°C. On average, it is the warmest month of the year. So be prepared and pack summer clothes. Embrace the warmth, but always stay equipped with your summer essentials to make the most of this toasty month.

Kotu in October usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 55 mm for the month. Based on our climate data of the past 30 years, about 6 days of rain are anticipated.

The city usually sees around 218 hours of sunlight, indicating many sunny days.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, 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 Kotu climate page with graphs.

 

Kotu, 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 (15 KM, 9 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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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 Kotu 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 Kotu.

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