SeasonMapGambia in January
January is Gambia's best month (rank 1 of 12): its 2 destinations average 90/100, led by Kololi at 94 — 30°C and 0 rainy days — while Banjul trails at 85 with 0 mm of rain.
#1 of 12 months for Gambia · 2 destinations · updated September 2026 · climate normals from ERA5 reanalysis
Where in Gambia in January
| # | Place | Type | Feels-like high | Rain | Comfort | At its best |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Kololi | Beach | 30°C | 0 mm · 0 days | 94 tier S | Yes |
| 2 | Banjul | City | 30°C | 0 mm · 0 days | 85 tier A | Yes |
Comfort is SeasonMap's 0–100 score; each place is judged through the lens that suits it — beaches on beach weather, ski resorts on snow. "At its best" means January is one of that place's own top three months. Feels-like highs fold in humidity, wind and sun.
What's on in Gambia in January
- Birdwatching season · Kololi and 1 more place · 1 Nov – 31 Mar (usually)