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Karantaba, Gambia
Central River · Gambia
Karantaba is a small town in Central River, Gambia with a population of 1,753. Elevation: 36 ft (11 m). Average temperature: 81°F (27°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Karantaba
Karantaba Tenda is a small town in north-eastern Gambia. It is located in Sami District in the Central River Division. As of 2009, it has an estimated population of 1922.
People
Climate
| Population | 1,753 |
| Population Density | 11 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 36 ft (11 m) |
| Coordinates | 13.6667°, -15.0333° |
| Timezone | Africa/Banjul |
| Country | 🇬🇲 Gambia |
| State / Province | Central River |
| Average Temperature | 81°F (27°C) |
| January Average | 76°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 26.1 inches (663 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Karantaba
Karantaba is a small town in Gambia (Central River) with a population of 1,753. The city sits at an elevation of 36 feet (11 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 26.1 inches. The timezone is Africa/Banjul.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 81.4°F |
| 51% above Gambia avg | |
| January Average | 76°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Sunny Days | 289 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 36 ft (11 m) |
| Area | 157.8 sq mi (408.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 11/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 13.6667°N, 15.0333°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Banjul |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 76°F (24°C) | 0.0 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 79°F (26°C) | 0.0 in | |
| March | 83°F (29°C) | 0.0 in | |
| April | 86°F (30°C) | 0.0 in | |
| May | 87°F (31°C) | 0.2 in | Warmest |
| June | 85°F (29°C) | 2.8 in | |
| July | 82°F (28°C) | 5.9 in | |
| August | 81°F (27°C) | 8.2 in | Wettest |
| September | 81°F (27°C) | 6.5 in | |
| October | 82°F (28°C) | 2.1 in | |
| November | 80°F (27°C) | 0.2 in | |
| December | 76°F (24°C) | 0.0 in |
Karantaba has a seasonal temperature swing of 11°F / from 76°F in January to 87°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 26.1 inches, with August being the wettest month (8.2") and January the driest (0.0").
Schools in Karantaba
3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kudang Upper Basic School | - | - | - | - |
| Kudang Lower Basic School | - | - | - | - |
| Jailan Lower Basic School | - | - | - | - |
Museums in Karantaba
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kerr Batch Stone Circles Museum | ||||
| Wassu Stone Circles Museum |
Farmers Markets in Karantaba
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Market |
Monuments in Karantaba
1 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Karantaba
1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Gambia
9 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Karantaba?
Karantaba has a population of 1,753 residents and is located in Gambia. The population density is 11 people per square mile, spread across 157.8 square miles.
What is the weather like in Karantaba?
Karantaba 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 289 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 26.1 inches.