Weather in Gambia in January
January in Gambia brings average temperatures around 25°C and only 0 mm of rain.
- Average temp
- 25°C
15–35°C
- Rainfall
- 0 mm
Not much rain
- Sunshine
- 7.2 h
hours per day
What to expect
Daytime
Days are hot, often above 32°C.
Rain
Rain is usually light.
Evening
Evenings are cooler. A layer helps after sunset.
What to pack
Sun protection
A layer for cooler evenings
Where to stay in Gambia
Featured stays on trip1. Dates are a starting point for January.
Travel guides for Gambia
What to read before you book.
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.
