Gambia in winter
In Gambia it is on average 31 °C during the day in December, 31 °C in January and 32 °C in February, with sea temperatures around 24 °C in January. The warmest destination in winter is West Gambia (31 °C on average from December to February). Of the winter months, November is the warmest at 32 °C. That makes it a real winter-sun destination.
Weather in Gambia by month (November–March)
| Month | Day °C | Sea °C | Sun hours | Rain days | Warmest destination |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| November | 32° | 29° | 10.3 | 0 | West Gambia (32°) |
| December | 31° | 25° | 9.5 | 1 | West Gambia (31°) |
| January | 31° | 24° | 10.3 | 0 | West Gambia (31°) |
| February | 32° | 23° | 10.6 | 0 | West Gambia (32°) |
| March | 30° | 24° | 11 | 0 | West Gambia (30°) |
Open-Meteo multi-year averages, weighted by the number of accommodations per destination. Sun hours and rain days are model values.
Destinations in Gambia
| Destination | Dec | Jan | Feb | Sea (winter) | Flight | From pp |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| West Gambia | 31° | 31° | 32° | 25° | 6 u 30 | €611 |
| Gambia | 31° | 31° | 32° | 25° | 6 u 30 | €664 |
| Kololi | 31° | 31° | 32° | 25° | 6 u 30 | €499 |
Day temperature = average maximum. Flight time: indicative, direct from Amsterdam.
Gambia on the map
Frequently asked questions about Gambia in winter
How warm is Gambia in winter?
In Gambia it is on average 31 °C during the day in December, 31 °C in January and 32 °C in February, with sea temperatures around 24 °C in January. The warmest destination in winter is West Gambia (31 °C on average from December to February). Of the winter months, November is the warmest at 32 °C. That makes it a real winter-sun destination.
Where is it warmest in Gambia in winter?
West Gambia, with an average of 31 °C during the day from December to February and sea water of 25 °C.
Can you swim in the sea in Gambia in winter?
The sea is about 25 °C in December and 23 °C in February. That is pleasant for swimming.
What is the best winter month for Gambia?
Between November and March, November is the warmest month (32 °C). In midwinter, December to February, February is the warmest.
What does a winter holiday in Gambia cost?
We currently list 91 accommodations in 9 destinations in Gambia, from €472 per person. Prices are refreshed daily.
How long is the flight to Gambia?
A flight from Amsterdam takes about 6.5 hours (indicative).