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Gambia weather in January 2026

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Gambia weather in January 2026

 

Day

33 °C

 

Night

17 °C

 

Sea

21 °C

 

Precipitation

1 mm

in month

 

Rainy days

0 days

in month

 

Daylight

11 hours

average

 

Sunshine

8 hours

average

 

Humidity

49 %

 

Day

33 °C

 

Night

17 °C

 

Sea

21 °C

 

Precipitation

1 mm

in month

 

Rainy days

0 days

in month

 

Daylight

11 hours

average

 

Sunshine

8 hours

average

 

Humidity

49 %

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In Gambia in January, the average air temperature ranges from 33 °C (91 °F) during the day to 17 °C (62 °F) at night. There are 0 days of rain on average, where the rainfall is 1 mm (0.02 in).

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In Gambia in January, the average air temperature ranges from 33 °C (91 °F) during the day to 17 °C (62 °F) at night. There are 0 days of rain on average, where the rainfall is 1 mm (0.02 in).

Is January a good month to visit Gambia?

In January in Gambia, there are ideal conditions for a vacation. The temperature during the day will be nice 33 °C (91 °F). There are only 0 days of rain in the whole month, so you can leave your umbrella at home. A sea temperature of 21 °C (70 °F) can seem colder to some, but others will call it refreshing. The temperature of 17 °C (62 °F) at night may make it better to dine inside or to put on more clothes for a dinner outside.

What temperature can I expect during the day in Gambia in January?

In Gambia in January, the average daily temperatures will be 33 °C (91 °F). The great temperature for lying by the sea or pool and sunbathing, everywhere else you will probably be a bit hot. Don't forget to drink during the day, in these temperatures you should hydrate yourself a lot.

What is the sea temperature in Gambia in January?

The temperature of the sea in Gambia in January is 21 °C (70 °F). The sea at this temperature is quite cold, but it is already possible to stay in it for a long time and it is pleasantly refreshing on hot, steamy days.

What is the air temperature in Gambia in January at night?

The average night temperature in Gambia in January is 17 °C (62 °F). This temperature is pleasant for a wide range of evening, night, and morning activities from sports to sitting outside in restaurants or evening walks.

How many rainy days can I expect in Gambia in January?

There are 0 days, which are rainy in Gambia in January, that is, days with precipitation more than 2 mm (0.08 in). Converted to days of the week, this means that it will occur on an average of 0.1 days of the week, or in general - 1 % days.

How long is the day (from dawn till dusk) in Gambia in January?

The length of daylight in Gambia in January is 11 hours.

How many hours of sun to expect in Gambia in January?

In January in Gambia, you can expect around 8 hours of sunshine.

Is there a dry season in January in Gambia?

Yes, there is a dry season in January in Gambia with just 0 days during the month being rainy.

Is it hot in Gambia in January?

Yes, it is hot in Gambia in January, although the perception of heat can be subjective. Daytime temperatures rise to 33 °C (91 °F).

Is the weather in Gambia warmer in January than in December?

No, in January in Gambia the temperature is not higher than in December.

Is the sea in Gambia warmer in January than in December?

No, the sea temperature in Gambia in January is not higher than in December.

How windy is it in January in Gambia?

An average wind scale that can be expected in Gambia in January is 3.

How does the sea temperature evolve during the month in Gambia in January?

Gambia has a decreasing trend of the sea temperature during January - from 23 °C (73 °F) in the first days of the month to 21 °C (70 °F) in the last days of the month.

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