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Banjul, Gambia
Banjul · Gambia
Banjul is a mid-size city in Banjul, Gambia with a population of 37,274. Elevation: 16 ft (5 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Banjul
Banjul, officially the City of Banjul, is the capital city of The Gambia. The city of Banjul is located on St Mary's Island, which is in the Gambia River where it enters the Atlantic Ocean.
People
Climate
| Population | 37,274 |
| Population Density | 7,914 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 16 ft (5 m) |
| Coordinates | 13.4527°, -16.5780° |
| Timezone | Africa/Banjul |
| Country | 🇬🇲 Gambia |
| State / Province | Banjul |
| Average Temperature | 79°F (26°C) |
| January Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 33.0 inches (839 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Banjul
Banjul is a mid-size city in Gambia (Banjul) with a population of 37,274. The city sits at an elevation of 16 feet (5 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 79°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 73°F in January to 82°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 33.0 inches. The timezone is Africa/Banjul.
Climate in Banjul
Banjul has an average annual temperature of 0°C (32°F). The hottest month is Jan (0°C), the coldest is Jan (0°C). Average annual precipitation is 948 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 79.0°F |
| 46% above Gambia avg | |
| January Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Sunny Days | 345 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 16 ft (5 m) |
| Area | 4.7 sq mi (12.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 7,914/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 13.4527°N, 16.5780°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Banjul |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 73°F (23°C) | 0.0 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 78°F (26°C) | 0.0 in | |
| March | 80°F (27°C) | 0.0 in | |
| April | 80°F (27°C) | 0.0 in | |
| May | 82°F (28°C) | 0.1 in | |
| June | 82°F (28°C) | 2.1 in | Warmest |
| July | 82°F (28°C) | 7.6 in | |
| August | 81°F (27°C) | 12.7 in | Wettest |
| September | 81°F (27°C) | 9.0 in | |
| October | 82°F (28°C) | 2.6 in | |
| November | 80°F (27°C) | 0.2 in | |
| December | 76°F (25°C) | 0.0 in |
Banjul has a seasonal temperature swing of 9°F / from 73°F in January to 82°F in June. Total annual precipitation is 34.2 inches, with August being the wettest month (12.7") and January the driest (0.0").
Schools in Banjul
8 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gambia Senior Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| Crab Island Upper Basic School | - | - | - | - |
| School of Nursing and Midwifery | - | - | - | - |
| École sénégalaise de Banjul | - | - | - | - |
| St Augustine Senior Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| rev jc faye school | - | - | - | - |
| saint joseph basic cycle school | - | - | - | - |
| muhammadan lower basic cycle school | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Banjul
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Banjul
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Arch 22 Museum | ||||
| Gambia National Museum | ||||
| Kachikally Crocodile Pool | ||||
| Maurel Frères Building |
Libraries in Banjul
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| American Corner | 0.0 | |||||
| American Corner | 0.0 | |||||
| Community Center Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Gambia National Library | 0.0 | |||||
| MDI Libray | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Banjul
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Albert Market | |||||
| Bakau Old Town Market | |||||
| Bakau Old Town Market | |||||
| Bakoteh Fish Market | |||||
| Brikama Craft Market | |||||
| Brikama Market | |||||
| Farato Market | |||||
| Jiddah Mini Market | |||||
| Lasso Wharf Market | |||||
| Mama Mini Market | |||||
| Mandina Ba Market | |||||
| Marché de Karang | |||||
| market of coastal road | |||||
| market of coastal road | |||||
| Sennegambia Craft Market | |||||
| Sennegambia Craft Market | |||||
| Serrekunda Market | |||||
| Serrekunda Market | |||||
| Tallinding Market | |||||
| Turntable market |
Hotels in Banjul
5 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Banjul
4 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Banjul
5 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Banjul
1 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Banjul
1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Banjul
1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Banjul
5 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Banjul
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Banjul
3 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Banjul International Airport | BJL | Large Airport |
| Kaolack Airport | KLC | Medium Airport |
| Djilor Pout Pout Airport | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Banjul
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Banjul Post Office |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Banjul
7 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Banjul Mosque | |
| Cathedral of Our Lady of the Assumption | |
| Half-Die-Mosque | |
| King Fahad Mosque | |
| New Perseverance Mosque | |
| Saint Mary's Church | |
| Wesley Methodist Church |
Quick Facts
🇬🇲 About Gambia
Public Holidays in Gambia
9 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Banjul
What is the population of Banjul?
Banjul has a population of 37,274 residents and is located in Gambia. The population density is 7,914 people per square mile, spread across 4.7 square miles.
What is the weather like in Banjul?
Banjul has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 73°F in January, while summers reach an average of 82°F in July. The area receives 345 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 33.0 inches.