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Chilla, Gambia

North Bank · Gambia

Chilla is a small town in North Bank, Gambia with a population of 1,249. Elevation: 118 ft (36 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°C).

Data updated June 2026

1,249 Population 15/sq mi density
118 ft Elevation 36 meters
79°F Avg Temperature 26°C
33.0 in Annual Rain
Africa / Banjul Timezone

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About Chilla

Chilla

Chilla ist eine Ortschaft im westafrikanischen Staat Gambia.

People

Population1,249
Density15/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp79°F (26°C)
Rain33.0 in/yr
Sunny Days345/yr
Elevation118 ft (36 m)
Population1,249
Population Density15 / sq mi
Elevation118 ft (36 m)
Coordinates13.5500°, -16.2833°
TimezoneAfrica/Banjul
Country🇬🇲 Gambia
State / ProvinceNorth Bank
Average Temperature79°F (26°C)
January Average73°F (23°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Annual Precipitation33.0 inches (839 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Chilla

Chilla is a small town in Gambia (North Bank) with a population of 1,249. The city sits at an elevation of 118 feet (36 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.

Chilla has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winters average 73°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 345 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 33.0 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 118 feet.

Temperature

73°F Jan (23°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average79.0°F
46% above Gambia avg
January Average73°F (23°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Sunny Days345 days/yr

Geography

Elevation118 ft (36 m)
Area84.2 sq mi (218.0 km²)
Population Density15/sq mi
Coordinates13.5500°N, 16.2833°W
TimezoneAfrica/Banjul

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 33.0"
13% below Gambia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Aug) 11.06"
Driest Month (Jan) 0.04"

Air Quality

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 73°F (23°C) 0.0 in Coldest
February 79°F (26°C) 0.0 in Driest
March 82°F (28°C) 0.0 in
April 84°F (29°C) 0.0 in
May 85°F (29°C) 0.1 in Warmest
June 84°F (29°C) 2.0 in
July 82°F (28°C) 6.4 in
August 81°F (27°C) 11.1 in Wettest
September 81°F (27°C) 7.9 in
October 82°F (28°C) 2.2 in
November 80°F (27°C) 0.1 in
December 76°F (25°C) 0.0 in

Chilla has a seasonal temperature swing of 12°F / from 73°F in January to 85°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 29.8 inches, with August being the wettest month (11.1") and February the driest (0.0").

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Museums in Chilla

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Maurel Frères Building

Farmers Markets in Chilla

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Marché de Karang

Airports Near Chilla

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Banjul International AirportBJLLarge Airport
Kaolack AirportKLCMedium Airport
Djilor Pout Pout Airport-Small Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
Africa/Banjul

🇬🇲 About Gambia

Capital Banjul
Population 2,280,102
Area 11,300 km²
GDP (USD) $2,382,262,185
GDP per capita $883
HDI 0.524
Life expectancy 65.9 years
Internet users 45.9%
Urban population 63.8%
Currency GMD (Dalasi)
Languages English
Calling code +220
TLD .gm
Driving side right

Public Holidays in Gambia

9 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day New Year's Day
Feb 18 Independence Day Independence Day
Apr 3 Good Friday Good Friday
Apr 6 Easter Monday Easter Monday
May 1 Labour Day Labour Day
May 25 Africa Day Africa Day
Jul 22 Revolution Day Revolution Day
Aug 15 Assumption Day Assumption Day
Dec 25 Christmas Day Christmas Day

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Frequently Asked Questions About Chilla

What is the population of Chilla?

Chilla has a population of 1,249 residents and is located in Gambia. The population density is 15 people per square mile, spread across 84.2 square miles.

What is the weather like in Chilla?

Chilla 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.

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