When is the best time to visit Gambia?
The best time to visit Gambia is between October and March, the most comfortable stretch of the year on these averages.
Gambia has a year of climate averages, not a single season. Temperatures peak in May. The wettest month is August. The best time to visit Gambia is between October and March, the most comfortable stretch of the year on these averages.
Average weather in Gambia
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FAQs about Gambia
Climate averages for Gambia, 1991–2020.
The best time to visit Gambia is between October and March, the most comfortable stretch of the year on these averages.
May is the hottest month, with an average around 33°C.
August is the wettest month, with about 332 mm of rain.
No. These are 1991–2020 climate normals from Meteostat, not a live forecast. Actual weather in any given week can differ.
