Banjul weather in January
Should you visit Banjul in January?
✅ Yes if: you're looking for maximum sunshine — 10.8h per day on average.
❌ No if: you struggle with heat — temperatures regularly exceed 30°F.
Our take: January's absolutely perfect for Banjul if you love warm, sunny days without worrying about rain—you'll get nearly eleven hours of sunshine daily with temperatures hovering between a pleasant 21–31°C. It's ideal for beach lovers and outdoor explorers who can't stand humidity or downpours. Pack light clothes and sunscreen; this is genuinely one of the year's best windows to visit.
Banjul in January by trip type
- 🏙️ 🏙️ City break / culture : ✅ Good
- 🚶 🚶 Outdoor activities : ✅ Good
- 🏖️ Beach / swimming : ✅ Good
- 💰 💰 Budget : 🌿 Shoulder
What to expect in January
Even in winter, Banjul enjoys 31°F. A real asset for escaping the European cold. Rain is virtually absent (0% of days) — ideal for planning without a backup. A good balance between weather and crowds, even if May (9.5/10) remains theoretically better.
All months for Banjul
Month-by-month comparison
| Month | Min °F | Max °F | Rain % | Precip in | Sun h/d | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ☀️ January | 70°F | 88°F | 0% | 0.0in | 10.8h | 8.5/10 |
| ☀️ February | 70°F | 90°F | 0% | 0.0in | 11.0h | 8.3/10 |
| ☀️ March | 70°F | 86°F | 0% | 0.0in | 11.1h | 8.9/10 |
| ☀️ April | 72°F | 84°F | 0% | 0.0in | 11.8h | 9.3/10 |
| ☀️ May | 72°F | 82°F | 1% | 0.0in | 11.7h | 9.5/10 |
| ☀️ June | 77°F | 84°F | 11% | 0.0in | 11.4h | 8.8/10 |
| 🌤️ July | 79°F | 84°F | 56% | 0.2in | 10.1h | 7.4/10 |
| ⛅ August | 77°F | 84°F | 77% | 0.3in | 9.1h | 7.1/10 |
| ⛅ September | 77°F | 84°F | 69% | 0.3in | 10.1h | 7.2/10 |
| ☀️ October | 81°F | 88°F | 23% | 0.1in | 10.9h | 7.8/10 |
| ☀️ November | 77°F | 90°F | 2% | 0.0in | 10.6h | 8.2/10 |
| ☀️ December | 72°F | 88°F | 1% | 0.0in | 10.3h | 8.4/10 |
January vs May (best month)
The best month is May (score 9.5/10). Difference:
- 🌡️ Max temperature : -3°F
- 🌧 Rainy days : +1%
- ☀️ Sunshine : +0.9h/day