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Sankandi, Gambia
Lower River · Gambia
Sankandi is a small town in Lower River, Gambia with a population of 581. Elevation: 69 ft (21 m). Average temperature: 81°F (27°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Sankandi
Sankandi is a town in the Lower River Division of the Gambia. It is in Kiang West district. In 2007, 585 people lived in Sankandi.
In its history two Britons, who tried to make peace, were murdered in 1900. The Britons fought back and crushed the village.
People
Climate
| Population | 581 |
| Population Density | 20 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 69 ft (21 m) |
| Coordinates | 13.3000°, -15.8333° |
| Timezone | Africa/Banjul |
| Country | 🇬🇲 Gambia |
| State / Province | Lower River |
| Average Temperature | 81°F (27°C) |
| January Average | 76°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 33.5 inches (850 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Sankandi
Sankandi is a small town in Gambia (Lower River) with a population of 581. 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 76°F in January to 81°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 33.5 inches. The timezone is Africa/Banjul.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 80.7°F |
| 49% above Gambia avg | |
| January Average | 76°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Sunny Days | 275 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 69 ft (21 m) |
| Area | 29.4 sq mi (76.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 20/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 13.3000°N, 15.8333°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Banjul |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 76°F (24°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| February | 79°F (26°C) | 0.0 in | |
| March | 82°F (28°C) | 0.0 in | |
| April | 84°F (29°C) | 0.0 in | |
| May | 85°F (30°C) | 0.2 in | Warmest |
| June | 84°F (29°C) | 2.8 in | |
| July | 81°F (27°C) | 7.9 in | |
| August | 80°F (27°C) | 11.6 in | Wettest |
| September | 80°F (27°C) | 8.1 in | |
| October | 81°F (27°C) | 2.8 in | |
| November | 79°F (26°C) | 0.2 in | |
| December | 75°F (24°C) | 0.0 in | Coldest |
Sankandi has a seasonal temperature swing of 10°F / from 75°F in December to 85°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 33.5 inches, with August being the wettest month (11.6") and January the driest (0.0").
Schools in Sankandi
2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nioro Jattaba Lower Basic School | - | - | - | - |
| Nioro Jattaba Upper & Senior Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
Libraries in Sankandi
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MRC library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Sankandi
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kwinella Lumo |
Clinics in Sankandi
1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Sankandi
1 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Ziguinchor Airport | ZIG | Medium 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 Sankandi?
Sankandi has a population of 581 residents and is located in Gambia. The population density is 20 people per square mile, spread across 29.4 square miles.
What is the weather like in Sankandi?
Sankandi 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 275 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 33.5 inches.