Serekunda weather in January (Gambia)

Is Serekunda a good destination in January, weather-wise? Our page offers a comprehensive look at the weather you can expect this month.

Temperatures

During January, Serekunda is known for its perfect weather, characterized by high temperatures and almost no rainfall. Daytime temperatures generally peak at 28°C, but after sunset, they often decrease to around 20°C.

Precipitation

Serekunda in January usually receives almost no rainfall, averaging around 1.6 mm for the month. Historically, the month has about a single day of rain.

Average sunshine

The city usually sees around 279 hours of sunlight, indicating many sunny days.

If you're a fan of comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, January is a great time to visit. January, February, March, April, May, June, November and December generally stand out with the best circumstances. While August and September tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Serekunda, monthly averages in January

Min Temperature 20°C  

Max Temperature 28°C  

Chance of Rain 2%  

Precipitation 1.6 mm  

Rainy days a single day  

Humidity 47% *  

Sunshine 279 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

Data from: Banjul, the Gambia (16 KM, 10 Miles).

Where to go in the Gambia in January

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

Weather conditions Weather

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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.

What To Do

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

Swimming

10/10

Cycling

8/10

Walking

8/10

Barbeque

10/10

Camping

10/10

Outdoor sports

8/10

Interested in more climate information?

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

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