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Madina, Gambia
Central River · Gambia
Madina is a small town in Central River, Gambia with a population of 765. Elevation: 23 ft (7 m). Average temperature: 82°F (28°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Madina
Medina, officially al-Madinah al-Munawwarah, also known as al-Madinah an-Nabawiyyah and Taybah, and known in pre-Islamic times as Yathrib, is the capital and administrative centre of Medina Province in the Hejaz region of western Saudi Arabia. It is one of the oldest and most important places in Islamic history. The second holiest city in Islam, the population as of 2022 is 1,477,023, making it the fourth-most populous city in the country. Around 58.5% of the population are Saudi citizens and 41.5% are foreigners. Located at the core of the Medina Province in the western reaches of the country, the city is distributed over 589 km2 (227 sq mi), of which 293 km2 (113 sq mi) constitutes the city's urban area, while the rest is occupied by the Hejaz Mountains, empty valleys, agricultural spaces, and older dormant volcanoes.
People
Climate
| Population | 765 |
| Population Density | 4 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 23 ft (7 m) |
| Coordinates | 13.7000°, -14.8833° |
| Timezone | Africa/Banjul |
| Country | 🇬🇲 Gambia |
| State / Province | Central River |
| Average Temperature | 82°F (28°C) |
| January Average | 76°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 27.4 inches (695 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Madina
Madina is a small town in Gambia (Central River) with a population of 765. 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 76°F in January to 82°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 27.4 inches. The timezone is Africa/Banjul.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 81.7°F |
| 51% above Gambia avg | |
| January Average | 76°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Sunny Days | 286 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 23 ft (7 m) |
| Area | 192.2 sq mi (497.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 4/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 13.7000°N, 14.8833°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 | 80°F (27°C) | 0.0 in | |
| March | 84°F (29°C) | 0.0 in | |
| April | 87°F (30°C) | 0.0 in | |
| May | 88°F (31°C) | 0.2 in | Warmest |
| June | 85°F (30°C) | 3.0 in | |
| July | 82°F (28°C) | 6.5 in | |
| August | 81°F (27°C) | 8.4 in | Wettest |
| September | 81°F (27°C) | 6.8 in | |
| October | 82°F (28°C) | 2.2 in | |
| November | 80°F (27°C) | 0.2 in | |
| December | 76°F (25°C) | 0.0 in |
Madina has a seasonal temperature swing of 12°F / from 76°F in January to 88°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 27.4 inches, with August being the wettest month (8.4") and January the driest (0.0").
Schools in Madina
1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Medina Full Cycle School | — | — | — | — |
Museums in Madina
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kerr Batch Stone Circles Museum | ||||
| Slave House | ||||
| Wassu Stone Circles Museum |
Farmers Markets in Madina
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Janjanbureh Market |
Quick Facts
🇬🇲 About Gambia
Public Holidays in Gambia
9 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Madina
What is the population of Madina?
Madina has a population of 765 residents and is located in Gambia. The population density is 4 people per square mile, spread across 192.2 square miles.
What is the weather like in Madina?
Madina has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 82°F (28°C). Winter temperatures average 76°F in January, while summers reach an average of 82°F in July. The area receives 286 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 27.4 inches.