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Jakaba, Gambia
Central River · Gambia
Jakaba is a small town in Central River, Gambia with a population of 837. Elevation: 52 ft (16 m). Average temperature: 82°F (28°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Jakaba
Jakaba ist eine Ortschaft im westafrikanischen Staat Gambia.
People
Climate
| Population | 837 |
| Population Density | 4 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 52 ft (16 m) |
| Coordinates | 13.6500°, -14.8833° |
| Timezone | Africa/Banjul |
| Country | 🇬🇲 Gambia |
| State / Province | Central River |
| Average Temperature | 82°F (28°C) |
| January Average | 76°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 28.5 inches (723 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Jakaba
Jakaba is a small town in Gambia (Central River) with a population of 837. The city sits at an elevation of 52 feet (16 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 82°F (28°C). Temperatures range from 76°F in January to 82°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 28.5 inches. The timezone is Africa/Banjul.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 81.7°F |
| 51% above Gambia avg | |
| January Average | 76°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Sunny Days | 284 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 52 ft (16 m) |
| Area | 192.2 sq mi (497.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 4/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 13.6500°N, 14.8833°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Banjul |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 76°F (25°C) | 0.0 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 80°F (27°C) | 0.0 in | |
| March | 84°F (29°C) | 0.0 in | |
| April | 86°F (30°C) | 0.0 in | |
| May | 88°F (31°C) | 0.2 in | Warmest |
| June | 85°F (30°C) | 3.0 in | |
| July | 82°F (28°C) | 6.9 in | |
| August | 81°F (27°C) | 8.8 in | Wettest |
| September | 81°F (27°C) | 7.0 in | |
| October | 82°F (28°C) | 2.2 in | |
| November | 80°F (27°C) | 0.2 in | |
| December | 76°F (25°C) | 0.0 in |
Jakaba has a seasonal temperature swing of 11°F / from 76°F in January to 88°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 28.5 inches, with August being the wettest month (8.8") and January the driest (0.0").
Museums in Jakaba
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kerr Batch Stone Circles Museum | ||||
| Slave House | ||||
| Wassu Stone Circles Museum |
Farmers Markets in Jakaba
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Janjanbureh Market |
Quick Facts
🇬🇲 About Gambia
Public Holidays in Gambia
9 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Jakaba
What is the population of Jakaba?
Jakaba has a population of 837 residents and is located in Gambia. The population density is 4 people per square mile, spread across 192.2 square miles.
What is the weather like in Jakaba?
Jakaba has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 82°F (28°C). Winter temperatures average 76°F in January, while summers reach an average of 82°F in July. The area receives 284 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 28.5 inches.