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Madina, Gambia
Lower River · Gambia
Madina is a small town in Lower River, Gambia with a population of 589. Elevation: 13 ft (4 m). Average temperature: 81°F (27°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 | 589 |
| Population Density | 4 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 13 ft (4 m) |
| Coordinates | 13.5000°, -15.2500° |
| Timezone | Africa/Banjul |
| Country | 🇬🇲 Gambia |
| State / Province | Lower River |
| Average Temperature | 81°F (27°C) |
| January Average | 76°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 29.4 inches (746 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Madina
Madina is a small town in Gambia (Lower River) with a population of 589. The city sits at an elevation of 13 feet (4 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 29.4 inches. The timezone is Africa/Banjul.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 81.1°F |
| 50% above Gambia avg | |
| January Average | 76°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Sunny Days | 283 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 13 ft (4 m) |
| Area | 157.8 sq mi (408.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 4/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 13.5000°N, 15.2500°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Banjul |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 76°F (25°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| February | 80°F (26°C) | 0.0 in | |
| March | 83°F (28°C) | 0.0 in | |
| April | 85°F (30°C) | 0.0 in | |
| May | 86°F (30°C) | 0.2 in | Warmest |
| June | 84°F (29°C) | 2.8 in | |
| July | 81°F (27°C) | 7.2 in | |
| August | 80°F (27°C) | 9.5 in | Wettest |
| September | 80°F (27°C) | 7.3 in | |
| October | 82°F (28°C) | 2.1 in | |
| November | 80°F (26°C) | 0.2 in | |
| December | 76°F (24°C) | 0.0 in | Coldest |
Madina has a seasonal temperature swing of 11°F / from 76°F in December to 86°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 29.4 inches, with August being the wettest month (9.5") and January the driest (0.0").
Schools in Madina
2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pakaliba School | - | - | - | - |
| Pakaliba Madarasa | - | - | - | - |
Farmers Markets in Madina
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kaur Lumo | |||||
| Market |
Airports Near Madina
1 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Kolda Airport | KDA | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Madina
6 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Masjid | |
| Masjid | |
| Masjid | |
| Masjid | |
| Masjid | |
| Pakaliba Cenral Masjid |
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 589 residents and is located in Gambia. The population density is 4 people per square mile, spread across 157.8 square miles.
What is the weather like in Madina?
Madina 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 283 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 29.4 inches.