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Karantaba, Gambia
Lower River · Gambia
Karantaba is a small town in Lower River, Gambia with a population of 1,372. Elevation: 121 ft (37 m). Average temperature: 81°F (27°C).
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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 | 1,372 |
| Population Density | 16 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 121 ft (37 m) |
| Coordinates | 13.4333°, -15.5167° |
| Timezone | Africa/Banjul |
| Country | 🇬🇲 Gambia |
| State / Province | Lower River |
| Average Temperature | 81°F (27°C) |
| January Average | 76°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 29.5 inches (749 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Karantaba
Karantaba is a small town in Gambia (Lower River) with a population of 1,372. The city sits at an elevation of 121 feet (37 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 81°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 76°F in January to 81°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 29.5 inches. The timezone is Africa/Banjul.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 80.8°F |
| 50% above Gambia avg | |
| January Average | 76°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Sunny Days | 282 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 121 ft (37 m) |
| Area | 87.8 sq mi (227.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 16/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 13.4333°N, 15.5167°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 | 82°F (28°C) | 0.0 in | |
| April | 85°F (29°C) | 0.0 in | |
| May | 86°F (30°C) | 0.2 in | Warmest |
| June | 84°F (29°C) | 2.6 in | |
| July | 81°F (27°C) | 7.0 in | |
| August | 80°F (27°C) | 10.1 in | Wettest |
| September | 81°F (27°C) | 7.3 in | |
| October | 82°F (28°C) | 2.2 in | |
| November | 79°F (26°C) | 0.2 in | |
| December | 75°F (24°C) | 0.0 in | Coldest |
Karantaba has a seasonal temperature swing of 10°F / from 75°F in December to 86°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 29.5 inches, with August being the wettest month (10.1") and January the driest (0.0").
Schools in Karantaba
1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Karantaba Lower Basic School | — | — | — | — |
Farmers Markets in Karantaba
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Daily market | |||||
| Farafenni Market | |||||
| Soma Daily Market | |||||
| Soma New Market |
Airports Near Karantaba
2 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Kaolack Airport | KLC | Medium Airport |
| Kolda Airport | KDA | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Karantaba
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Mosque |
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 1,372 residents and is located in Gambia. The population density is 16 people per square mile, spread across 87.8 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 81°F in July. The area receives 282 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 29.5 inches.