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Kerewan, Gambia
North Bank · Gambia
Kerewan is a small city in North Bank, Gambia with a population of 5,485. Elevation: 52 ft (16 m). Average temperature: 81°F (27°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Kerewan
Kerewan is a town in the Gambia. Located beside the Miniminiyang Bolong, about 60 km from the capital Banjul. It is the seat of the Kerewan Local Government Area, located on the north bank of the lower river Gambia.
People
Climate
| Population | 5,485 |
| Population Density | 65 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 52 ft (16 m) |
| Coordinates | 13.4898°, -16.0888° |
| Timezone | Africa/Banjul |
| Country | 🇬🇲 Gambia |
| State / Province | North Bank |
| Average Temperature | 81°F (27°C) |
| January Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 32.9 inches (835 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Kerewan
Kerewan is a small city in Gambia (North Bank) with a population of 5,485. The city sits at an elevation of 52 feet (16 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 81°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 75°F in January to 82°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 32.9 inches. The timezone is Africa/Banjul.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 80.5°F |
| 49% above Gambia avg | |
| January Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Sunny Days | 276 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 52 ft (16 m) |
| Area | 84.2 sq mi (218.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 65/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 13.4898°N, 16.0888°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Banjul |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 75°F (24°C) | 0.0 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 78°F (26°C) | 0.0 in | |
| March | 81°F (27°C) | 0.0 in | |
| April | 83°F (28°C) | 0.0 in | |
| May | 84°F (29°C) | 0.1 in | Warmest |
| June | 84°F (29°C) | 2.4 in | |
| July | 82°F (28°C) | 7.6 in | |
| August | 81°F (27°C) | 11.8 in | Wettest |
| September | 81°F (27°C) | 8.2 in | |
| October | 82°F (28°C) | 2.6 in | |
| November | 80°F (26°C) | 0.2 in | |
| December | 75°F (24°C) | 0.0 in |
Kerewan has a seasonal temperature swing of 9°F / from 75°F in January to 84°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 32.9 inches, with August being the wettest month (11.8") and January the driest (0.0").
Schools in Kerewan
3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kerewan Nursery School | - | - | - | - |
| Kerewan Basic Cycle School | - | - | - | - |
| Kerewan Senior Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
Libraries in Kerewan
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MRC library | 0.0 |
Restaurants in Kerewan
1 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Kerewan
2 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Kerewan
1 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Kerewan
3 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Banjul International Airport | BJL | Large Airport |
| Kaolack Airport | KLC | Medium Airport |
| Djilor Pout Pout Airport | - | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Gambia
9 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Kerewan?
Kerewan has a population of 5,485 residents and is located in Gambia. The population density is 65 people per square mile, spread across 84.2 square miles.
What is the weather like in Kerewan?
Kerewan has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 75°F in January, while summers reach an average of 82°F in July. The area receives 276 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 32.9 inches.