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Farafenni, Gambia
North Bank · Gambia
Farafenni is a mid-size city in North Bank, Gambia with a population of 32,883. Elevation: 49 ft (15 m). Average temperature: 81°F (27°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Farafenni
Farafenni or Farafegni sometimes called Chakubanta or Faracity is a town in the Gambia, lying on the Trans-Gambia Highway in the North Bank Division, just south of the border with Senegal. It is an important market town.
People
Climate
| Population | 32,883 |
| Population Density | 916 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 49 ft (15 m) |
| Coordinates | 13.5667°, -15.6000° |
| Timezone | Africa/Banjul |
| Country | 🇬🇲 Gambia |
| State / Province | North Bank |
| Average Temperature | 81°F (27°C) |
| January Average | 76°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 27.4 inches (695 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Farafenni
Farafenni is a mid-size city in Gambia (North Bank) with a population of 32,883. 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 76°F in January to 82°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 27.4 inches. The timezone is Africa/Banjul.
Climate in Farafenni
Farafenni has an average annual temperature of 27.3°C (81°F). The hottest month is May (31.5°C), the coldest is Jan (23.5°C). Average annual precipitation is 1106 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 81.2°F |
| 50% above Gambia avg | |
| January Average | 76°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Sunny Days | 286 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 49 ft (15 m) |
| Area | 35.9 sq mi (93.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 916/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 13.5667°N, 15.6000°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Banjul |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 76°F (24°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| February | 79°F (26°C) | 0.0 in | |
| March | 83°F (28°C) | 0.0 in | |
| April | 85°F (29°C) | 0.0 in | |
| May | 86°F (30°C) | 0.1 in | Warmest |
| June | 85°F (29°C) | 2.4 in | |
| July | 82°F (28°C) | 6.5 in | |
| August | 81°F (27°C) | 9.4 in | Wettest |
| September | 81°F (27°C) | 6.9 in | |
| October | 82°F (28°C) | 1.8 in | |
| November | 80°F (27°C) | 0.2 in | |
| December | 76°F (24°C) | 0.0 in | Coldest |
Farafenni has a seasonal temperature swing of 11°F / from 76°F in December to 86°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 27.4 inches, with August being the wettest month (9.4") and January the driest (0.0").
Colleges & Universities in Farafenni
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rural Development Institute | College | - | , |
| University of The Gambia Farafenni Campus | University | - | , |
Schools in Farafenni
7 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Anglican Training Center | - | - | - | - |
| Farafenni Lower Basic School | - | - | - | - |
| Madrassas | - | - | - | - |
| Kubandarr LBS | - | - | - | - |
| Farafenni Middle School | - | - | - | - |
| Farafenni Senior Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| Play Ground | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Farafenni
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Farmers Markets in Farafenni
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Daily market | |||||
| Farafenni Market | |||||
| Kwinella Lumo | |||||
| Soma Daily Market | |||||
| Soma New Market |
Restaurants in Farafenni
4 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Farafenni
1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Farafenni
1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Farafenni
3 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Farafenni
5 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Farafenni
2 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Kaolack Airport | KLC | Medium Airport |
| Kolda Airport | KDA | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Farafenni
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Farafenni Gam Post |
UNESCO World Heritage Sites Near Farafenni
1 UNESCO sites.
| Site | Category | Year |
|---|---|---|
| Stone Circles of Senegambia | Cultural | 2006 |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Farafenni
4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Dutabulu mosque | |
| Farafenni Central Mosque | |
| POE mosque | |
| The Redeemed Church of Christ |
Quick Facts
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UNESCO World Heritage Sites Near Farafenni
Public Holidays in Gambia
9 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Farafenni?
Farafenni has a population of 32,883 residents and is located in Gambia. The population density is 916 people per square mile, spread across 35.9 square miles.
What is the weather like in Farafenni?
Farafenni has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 76°F in January, while summers reach an average of 82°F in July. The area receives 286 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 27.4 inches.