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Basse Santa Su, Gambia
Upper River · Gambia
Basse Santa Su is a small city in Upper River, Gambia with a population of 14,380. Elevation: 49 ft (15 m). Average temperature: 81°F (27°C).
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About Basse Santa Su
Basse Santa Su, usually known as Basse, is a town in the Gambia, lying on the south bank of the River Gambia. The easternmost major town in the nation, it is known for its important market. Basse is the capital of the Upper River Division, which is coterminous with the Basse Local Government Area. As of 2009, the town has an estimated population of 18,414. According to the 2013 census, the Basse LGA has 243,791 residents.
People
Climate
| Population | 14,380 |
| Population Density | 151 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 49 ft (15 m) |
| Coordinates | 13.3100°, -14.2137° |
| Timezone | Africa/Banjul |
| Country | 🇬🇲 Gambia |
| State / Province | Upper River |
| Average Temperature | 81°F (27°C) |
| January Average | 74°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 33.8 inches (858 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Basse Santa Su
Basse Santa Su is a small city in Gambia (Upper River) with a population of 14,380. The city sits at an elevation of 49 feet (15 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 81°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 74°F in January to 81°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 33.8 inches. The timezone is Africa/Banjul.
Climate in Basse Santa Su
Basse Santa Su has an average annual temperature of 28.4°C (83°F). The hottest month is May (33.9°C), the coldest is Dec (24.2°C). Average annual precipitation is 1046 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 81.2°F |
| 50% above Gambia avg | |
| January Average | 74°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Sunny Days | 275 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 49 ft (15 m) |
| Area | 95.5 sq mi (247.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 151/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 13.3100°N, 14.2137°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Banjul |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 74°F (24°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| February | 79°F (26°C) | 0.0 in | |
| March | 84°F (29°C) | 0.0 in | |
| April | 88°F (31°C) | 0.0 in | |
| May | 89°F (32°C) | 0.6 in | Warmest |
| June | 85°F (29°C) | 3.9 in | |
| July | 81°F (27°C) | 7.8 in | |
| August | 80°F (27°C) | 10.0 in | Wettest |
| September | 80°F (27°C) | 8.5 in | |
| October | 82°F (28°C) | 2.6 in | |
| November | 79°F (26°C) | 0.2 in | |
| December | 74°F (24°C) | 0.0 in | Coldest |
Basse Santa Su has a seasonal temperature swing of 15°F / from 74°F in December to 89°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 33.8 inches, with August being the wettest month (10.0") and January the driest (0.0").
Schools in Basse Santa Su
3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| S O S skills center | — | — | — | — |
| saint mulubas upper school | — | — | — | — |
| saint joseph primary school | — | — | — | — |
Hotels in Basse Santa Su
1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Basse Santa Su
2 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in Basse Santa Su
1 cinemas within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Basse Santa Su
1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Basse Santa Su
1 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Basse Santa Su
4 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Basse Santa Su
9 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Basse Santa Su
2 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Tambacounda Airport | TUD | Medium Airport |
| (??Duplicate??)LEVS AIRPORT | — | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Basse Santa Su
5 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Alhagie Mbemba Sillah's Masjid | |
| Anglican Church | |
| Anglican Church | |
| praying ground | |
| St Josephs Catholic Church |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Gambia
9 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Basse Santa Su?
Basse Santa Su has a population of 14,380 residents and is located in Gambia. The population density is 151 people per square mile, spread across 95.5 square miles.
What is the weather like in Basse Santa Su?
Basse Santa Su has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 74°F in January, while summers reach an average of 81°F in July. The area receives 275 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 33.8 inches.