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Sami, Gambia

Central River · Gambia

Sami is a small town in Central River, Gambia with a population of 2,794. Elevation: 62 ft (19 m). Average temperature: 81°F (27°C).

Data updated June 2026

2,794 Population 18/sq mi density
62 ft Elevation 19 meters
81°F Avg Temperature 27°C
27.1 in Annual Rain
Africa / Banjul Timezone

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About Sami

Sami

Kerr Mahalima eller Madina Madi är en ort i Gambia. Den ligger i regionen Central River, i den centrala delen av landet, 150 km öster om huvudstaden Banjul. Antalet invånare var 401 vid folkräkningen 2013.

People

Population2,794
Density18/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp81°F (27°C)
Rain27.1 in/yr
Sunny Days287/yr
Elevation62 ft (19 m)
Population2,794
Population Density18 / sq mi
Elevation62 ft (19 m)
Coordinates13.5833°, -15.2000°
TimezoneAfrica/Banjul
Country🇬🇲 Gambia
State / ProvinceCentral River
Average Temperature81°F (27°C)
January Average76°F (24°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Annual Precipitation27.1 inches (687 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Sami

Sami is a small town in Gambia (Central River) with a population of 2,794. The city sits at an elevation of 62 feet (19 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 27.1 inches. The timezone is Africa/Banjul.

Sami has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winters average 76°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 287 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 27.1 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 62 feet.

Temperature

76°F Jan (24°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average81.0°F
50% above Gambia avg
January Average76°F (24°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Sunny Days287 days/yr

Geography

Elevation62 ft (19 m)
Area157.8 sq mi (408.7 km²)
Population Density18/sq mi
Coordinates13.5833°N, 15.2000°W
TimezoneAfrica/Banjul

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 27.1"
29% below Gambia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Aug) 8.78"
Driest Month (Dec) 0.04"

Air Quality

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 76°F (24°C) 0.0 in Coldest, Driest
February 79°F (26°C) 0.0 in
March 83°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) 2.7 in
July 81°F (27°C) 6.4 in
August 81°F (27°C) 8.8 in Wettest
September 81°F (27°C) 6.8 in
October 82°F (28°C) 2.0 in
November 80°F (27°C) 0.2 in
December 76°F (24°C) 0.0 in

Sami has a seasonal temperature swing of 11°F / from 76°F in January to 86°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 27.1 inches, with August being the wettest month (8.8") and January the driest (0.0").

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Schools in Sami

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Dalaba Lower Basic School - - - -
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Museums in Sami

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Kerr Batch Stone Circles Museum

Farmers Markets in Sami

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Kaur Lumo
Market

Airports Near Sami

1 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Kolda AirportKDASmall Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
Africa/Banjul

🇬🇲 About Gambia

Capital Banjul
Population 2,280,102
Area 11,300 km²
GDP (USD) $2,382,262,185
GDP per capita $883
HDI 0.524
Life expectancy 65.9 years
Internet users 45.9%
Urban population 63.8%
Currency GMD (Dalasi)
Languages English
Calling code +220
TLD .gm
Driving side right

Public Holidays in Gambia

9 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day New Year's Day
Feb 18 Independence Day Independence Day
Apr 3 Good Friday Good Friday
Apr 6 Easter Monday Easter Monday
May 1 Labour Day Labour Day
May 25 Africa Day Africa Day
Jul 22 Revolution Day Revolution Day
Aug 15 Assumption Day Assumption Day
Dec 25 Christmas Day Christmas Day

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Frequently Asked Questions About Sami

What is the population of Sami?

Sami has a population of 2,794 residents and is located in Gambia. The population density is 18 people per square mile, spread across 157.8 square miles.

What is the weather like in Sami?

Sami 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 287 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 27.1 inches.

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