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Gunjur, Gambia
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Gunjur is a small city in Western, Gambia with a population of 22,741. Elevation: 82 ft (25 m). Average temperature: 80°F (26°C).
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About Gunjur
Gunjur is a small coastal town in south-western Gambia. It is located in Kombo South District in the Western Division. As of 2009, it has an estimated population of 17,520.
People
Climate
| Population | 22,741 |
| Population Density | 127 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 82 ft (25 m) |
| Coordinates | 13.2019°, -16.7339° |
| Timezone | Africa/Banjul |
| Country | 🇬🇲 Gambia |
| State / Province | Western |
| Average Temperature | 80°F (26°C) |
| January Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 37.2 inches (944 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Gunjur
Gunjur is a small city in Gambia (Western) with a population of 22,741. The city sits at an elevation of 82 feet (25 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 80°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 75°F in January to 81°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 37.2 inches. The timezone is Africa/Banjul.
Climate in Gunjur
Gunjur 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 | 79.5°F |
| 47% above Gambia avg | |
| January Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Sunny Days | 270 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 82 ft (25 m) |
| Area | 179.6 sq mi (465.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 127/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 13.2019°N, 16.7339°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Banjul |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 75°F (24°C) | 0.0 in | Coldest |
| February | 78°F (25°C) | 0.0 in | |
| March | 80°F (27°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| April | 80°F (27°C) | 0.0 in | |
| May | 81°F (27°C) | 0.1 in | |
| June | 83°F (28°C) | 2.4 in | Warmest |
| July | 81°F (27°C) | 8.5 in | |
| August | 80°F (27°C) | 13.6 in | Wettest |
| September | 80°F (27°C) | 9.6 in | |
| October | 81°F (27°C) | 2.6 in | |
| November | 79°F (26°C) | 0.2 in | |
| December | 76°F (24°C) | 0.0 in |
Gunjur has a seasonal temperature swing of 7°F / from 75°F in January to 83°F in June. Total annual precipitation is 37.2 inches, with August being the wettest month (13.6") and March the driest (0.0").
Schools in Gunjur
5 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gunjur School | — | — | — | — |
| Gunjur Upper Basic School | — | — | — | — |
| Sambuya Skagen Basic Cycle School | — | — | — | — |
| Seven Days Advantist SDA | — | — | — | — |
| Lower Basic School | — | — | — | — |
Museums in Gunjur
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lamin's Museum |
Libraries in Gunjur
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Community Center Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Gunjur
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bakoteh Fish Market | |||||
| Brikama Craft Market | |||||
| Brikama Market | |||||
| Farato Market | |||||
| Jiddah Mini Market | |||||
| Mama Mini Market | |||||
| Mandina Ba Market | |||||
| Marché de Diouloulou | |||||
| market of coastal road | |||||
| market of coastal road | |||||
| Sennegambia Craft Market | |||||
| Sennegambia Craft Market | |||||
| Serrekunda Market | |||||
| Serrekunda Market | |||||
| Tallinding Market | |||||
| Turntable market |
Hotels in Gunjur
1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Gunjur
1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Gunjur
1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Gunjur
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Gunjur
2 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Banjul International Airport | BJL | Large Airport |
| Ziguinchor Airport | ZIG | Medium Airport |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Gambia
9 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Gunjur
What is the population of Gunjur?
Gunjur has a population of 22,741 residents and is located in Gambia. The population density is 127 people per square mile, spread across 179.6 square miles.
What is the weather like in Gunjur?
Gunjur has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 75°F in January, while summers reach an average of 81°F in July. The area receives 270 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 37.2 inches.