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Kerewan, Gambia
Upper River · Gambia
Kerewan is a small town in Upper River, Gambia with a population of 585. Elevation: 69 ft (21 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 | 585 |
| Population Density | 4 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 69 ft (21 m) |
| Coordinates | 13.3667°, -14.2167° |
| Timezone | Africa/Banjul |
| Country | 🇬🇲 Gambia |
| State / Province | Upper River |
| Average Temperature | 81°F (27°C) |
| January Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 31.2 inches (793 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Kerewan
Kerewan is a small town in Gambia (Upper River) with a population of 585. The city sits at an elevation of 69 feet (21 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 81°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 75°F in January to 81°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 31.2 inches. The timezone is Africa/Banjul.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 81.3°F |
| 51% above Gambia avg | |
| January Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Sunny Days | 279 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 69 ft (21 m) |
| Area | 142.8 sq mi (369.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 4/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 13.3667°N, 14.2167°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Banjul |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 75°F (24°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| February | 79°F (26°C) | 0.0 in | |
| March | 84°F (29°C) | 0.0 in | |
| April | 87°F (31°C) | 0.0 in | |
| May | 89°F (32°C) | 0.5 in | Warmest |
| June | 85°F (29°C) | 3.6 in | |
| July | 81°F (27°C) | 7.3 in | |
| August | 80°F (27°C) | 9.2 in | Wettest |
| September | 80°F (27°C) | 7.9 in | |
| October | 82°F (28°C) | 2.5 in | |
| November | 79°F (26°C) | 0.2 in | |
| December | 75°F (24°C) | 0.0 in | Coldest |
Kerewan has a seasonal temperature swing of 14°F / from 75°F in December to 89°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 31.2 inches, with August being the wettest month (9.2") and January the driest (0.0").
Schools in Kerewan
1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tamba San Sang Lower Basic School | - | - | - | - |
Airports Near Kerewan
2 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Tambacounda Airport | TUD | Medium Airport |
| (??Duplicate??)LEVS 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 585 residents and is located in Gambia. The population density is 4 people per square mile, spread across 142.8 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 81°F in July. The area receives 279 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 31.2 inches.