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Janjanbureh, Gambia
Central River · Gambia
Janjanbureh is a small town in Central River, Gambia with a population of 4,547. Elevation: 23 ft (7 m). Average temperature: 82°F (28°C).
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About Janjanbureh
Janjanbureh or Jangjangbureh is a town, founded in 1823, on Janjanbureh Island, also known as MacCarthy Island, in the Gambia River in eastern Gambia. Until 1995, it was known as Georgetown and was the second largest town in the country. It is the capital of Janjanbureh Local Government Area, and the Janjanbureh district. The population of the Janjanbureh LGA was 127,333 at the 2013 population census.
People
Climate
| Population | 4,547 |
| Population Density | 466 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 23 ft (7 m) |
| Coordinates | 13.5404°, -14.7637° |
| Timezone | Africa/Banjul |
| Country | 🇬🇲 Gambia |
| State / Province | Central River |
| Average Temperature | 82°F (28°C) |
| January Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 29.3 inches (744 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Janjanbureh
Janjanbureh is a small town in Gambia (Central River) with a population of 4,547. The city sits at an elevation of 23 feet (7 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 82°F (28°C). Temperatures range from 77°F in January to 82°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 29.3 inches. The timezone is Africa/Banjul.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 82.2°F |
| 52% above Gambia avg | |
| January Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Sunny Days | 283 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 23 ft (7 m) |
| Area | 9.8 sq mi (25.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 466/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 13.5404°N, 14.7637°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Banjul |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 77°F (25°C) | 0.0 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 81°F (27°C) | 0.0 in | |
| March | 85°F (29°C) | 0.0 in | |
| April | 87°F (31°C) | 0.0 in | |
| May | 89°F (31°C) | 0.3 in | Warmest |
| June | 86°F (30°C) | 3.1 in | |
| July | 82°F (28°C) | 7.2 in | |
| August | 81°F (27°C) | 8.9 in | Wettest |
| September | 81°F (27°C) | 7.2 in | |
| October | 82°F (28°C) | 2.3 in | |
| November | 81°F (27°C) | 0.2 in | |
| December | 77°F (25°C) | 0.0 in |
Janjanbureh has a seasonal temperature swing of 12°F / from 77°F in January to 89°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 29.3 inches, with August being the wettest month (8.9") and January the driest (0.0").
Schools in Janjanbureh
3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jurumeh Koto Basic Cycle School | — | — | — | — |
| Janjanbureh Upper Basic School | — | — | — | — |
| Armitage Upper Basic School | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Janjanbureh
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
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Museums in Janjanbureh
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Slave House | ||||
| Wassu Stone Circles Museum |
Farmers Markets in Janjanbureh
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Janjanbureh Market |
Hotels in Janjanbureh
3 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Janjanbureh
4 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Janjanbureh
1 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Kolda Airport | KDA | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Janjanbureh
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| McCarthy Island Post Office |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Gambia
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What is the population of Janjanbureh?
Janjanbureh has a population of 4,547 residents and is located in Gambia. The population density is 466 people per square mile, spread across 9.8 square miles.
What is the weather like in Janjanbureh?
Janjanbureh has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 82°F (28°C). Winter temperatures average 77°F in January, while summers reach an average of 82°F in July. The area receives 283 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 29.3 inches.