Climate Insights for Serrekunda
New Jeshwang and Ebo Town, Kanifing, Kanifing Municipal Council, The Gambia
Climate Overview
The climate in Serrekunda is hot. The average annual temperature is 26°C and approximately 718 mm of precipitation falls per year. August is the wettest month, receiving around 283 mm of rainfall. Serrekunda is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: October, November, September. The coldest months are March, February, January, when temperatures can drop to 21°C.The climate in Serrekunda is hot. The average annual temperature is 78°F and approximately 28.3 in of precipitation falls per year. August is the wettest month, receiving around 11.1 in of rainfall. Serrekunda is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: October, November, September. The coldest months are March, February, January, when temperatures can drop to 70°F.
Temperature
Serrekunda has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 9°C range. The warmest month is October, when average highs reach 30°C and the mean temperature sits around 29°C. March is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 21°C and an average of 23°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 3°C between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between November and December, with a 3°C shift in average temperatures.Serrekunda has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 16°F range. The warmest month is October, when average highs reach 86°F and the mean temperature sits around 83°F. March is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 70°F and an average of 74°F. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 6°F between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between November and December, with a 5°F shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Serrekunda is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 718 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 60 mm per month. The wettest month is August, averaging 283 mm of rainfall. September and July also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is January, with just 0 mm. That's 283 mm less than August, the wettest month. Rainfall is heavily concentrated in certain months, creating a distinct wet and dry season. Visitors should plan around these patterns, as the difference between peak and low months is dramatic.Serrekunda is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 28.3 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 2.4 in per month. The wettest month is August, averaging 11.1 in of rainfall. September and July also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is January, with just 0 in. That's 11.1 in less than August, the wettest month. Rainfall is heavily concentrated in certain months, creating a distinct wet and dry season. Visitors should plan around these patterns, as the difference between peak and low months is dramatic.
Wind
Serrekunda is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 16km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is March, averaging 19km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in October, with average winds dropping to 12km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 7km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months.Serrekunda is moderately windy, with an average annual wind speed of 10mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is March, averaging 12mph, which can feel quite blustery and may affect outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in October, with average winds dropping to 7mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 5mph gap between the calmest and windiest months.
Best Time to Visit
The best time to visit Serrekunda is during January, February, March, April, May and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 24°C with modest rainfall averaging 0 mm per month. By contrast, October can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 30°C. With minimal rainfall expected, you can pack light and plan outdoor activities with confidence.The best time to visit Serrekunda is during January, February, March, April, May and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 75°F with modest rainfall averaging 0 in per month. By contrast, October can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 86°F. With minimal rainfall expected, you can pack light and plan outdoor activities with confidence.
Monthly Climate Data
The table below shows monthly climate averages for Serrekunda based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Celsius (°C). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in kilometres per hour (km/h). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.The table below shows monthly climate averages for Serrekunda based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Fahrenheit (°F). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in miles per hour (mph). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.