The month in detail
What to expect in December
December is peak dry season in Banjul. The air is warm and humidity more bearable than in the rainy season. Rain is virtually absent (0% of days) — ideal for planning without a backup. A good balance between weather and crowds, even if April (9.3/10) remains theoretically better.
December ranks 4 out of 12 months in Banjul. Compared to November: −1.4h of sun per day.
This month's conditions
What it's like in December
UV index
6 · moderate
protect during midday hours
Feels like
comfortable
12°
Sea
25°C
pleasant for swimming
Daylight
11.2h of daylight
Air quality
poor
AQI 89
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Is December the right month?
The best month in Banjul is April (9.3/10), 0.5 pt higher than December.
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Hotels at their lowest outside peak season, highest on comfortable months. Shoulder seasons offer a good price/climate compromise.
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Practical info
What you need to know before you go
Three angles: the country (language, currency, safety, budget), the year-round climate, and the specifics of a tropical stay.
Country · Gambia
🗣️LanguageEnglish
💶CurrencyDalasi gambien (D)
🚗DrivingRight-hand
🛡️Safety ⓘVery safe · 1/5
💰Cost of living ⓘVery cheap · 1/5
🌡️ Climate
🌍Climate typeTropical
📈Climate trend ⓘStable
🔥Hottest monthFebruary · 32°C
❄️Coolest monthMay · 28°C
🌧️Rainiest month ⓘAugust · 50%
🏝️ Tropical stay
🌞Dry season ⓘMay → Sep
🌧️Wet season ⓘDec → Mar
🌀Cyclones ⓘSeason Nov-Apr
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Location
Where is Banjul ?
Global position + regional geographic context.
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🔍 Geographic context
GambiaTropical climate with a 9.3 → 5.1 gap between best and worst month. 10 years of ERA5 data to choose by project.
13.45°N · 16.57°W
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Banjul?
April is the best month with 29.0°C highs, 22.0°C lows, 8.4h of sunshine and 0.0% rainy days. The months of April & May offer comparable conditions.
How many hours of sunshine does Banjul get in April?
Banjul averages 8.4 sunshine hours per day in April. It is the sunniest month with a climate score of 9.0/10.
What is the rainiest month in Banjul?
August is the most unfavourable month with August has the lowest climate score of the year and the lowest climate score of the year.
What are the temperatures at night in Banjul in April?
In April, overnight lows reach 22.0°C, while afternoon highs average 29.0°C.
Is Banjul good in winter?
In winter (December-February), Banjul scores 8.3/10 on average — Decent period conditions for cultural visits.. The best month overall remains April with a score of 9.0/10.
When should you avoid Banjul?
August is the most difficult month to visit Banjul, with August has the lowest climate score of the year. Climate conditions are at their lowest of the year during this period.
Can you swim in Banjul in December?
In December, the sea averages 25°C in Banjul: pleasant for swimming. Swimming is pleasant without a wetsuit.
Do you need sun protection in Banjul in December?
The average UV index reaches 6 in December in Banjul (moderate), with about 11.2h of daylight. Protect during midday hours.