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Barra, Gambia
North Bank · Gambia
Barra is a small city in North Bank, Gambia with a population of 6,020. Elevation: 3 ft (1 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Barra
Barra is an island in the Outer Hebrides, Scotland, and the second southernmost inhabited island there, after the adjacent island of Vatersay to which it is connected by the Vatersay Causeway.
People
Climate
| Population | 6,020 |
| Population Density | 42 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 3 ft (1 m) |
| Coordinates | 13.4828°, -16.5456° |
| Timezone | Africa/Banjul |
| Country | 🇬🇲 Gambia |
| State / Province | North Bank |
| 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 Barra
Barra is a small city in Gambia (North Bank) with a population of 6,020. The city sits at an elevation of 3 feet (1 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 Barra
Barra 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 | 3 ft (1 m) |
| Area | 142.8 sq mi (369.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 42/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 13.4828°N, 16.5456°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 |
Barra 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").
Museums in Barra
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Arch 22 Museum | ||||
| Gambia National Museum | ||||
| Kachikally Crocodile Pool | ||||
| Maurel Frères Building |
Libraries in Barra
| 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 Barra
| 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 |
Banks in Barra
1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Barra
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Barra
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 |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Barra
3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Barra Central Mosque | |
| Barra Main Mosque | |
| Barra Mosque |
Quick Facts
🇬🇲 About Gambia
Public Holidays in Gambia
9 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Barra
What is the population of Barra?
Barra has a population of 6,020 residents and is located in Gambia. The population density is 42 people per square mile, spread across 142.8 square miles.
What is the weather like in Barra?
Barra 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.