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Saruja, Gambia
Central River · Gambia
Saruja is a small town in Central River, Gambia with a population of 1,959. Elevation: 36 ft (11 m). Average temperature: 82°F (28°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Saruja
Saruja ist eine Ortschaft im westafrikanischen Staat Gambia.
People
Climate
| Population | 1,959 |
| Population Density | 10 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 36 ft (11 m) |
| Coordinates | 13.5500°, -14.9167° |
| Timezone | Africa/Banjul |
| Country | 🇬🇲 Gambia |
| State / Province | Central River |
| Average Temperature | 82°F (28°C) |
| January Average | 76°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 28.5 inches (723 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Saruja
Saruja is a small town in Gambia (Central River) with a population of 1,959. The city sits at an elevation of 36 feet (11 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 28.5 inches. The timezone is Africa/Banjul.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 81.7°F |
| 51% above Gambia avg | |
| January Average | 76°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Sunny Days | 284 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 36 ft (11 m) |
| Area | 192.2 sq mi (497.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 10/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 13.5500°N, 14.9167°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Banjul |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 76°F (25°C) | 0.0 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 80°F (27°C) | 0.0 in | |
| March | 84°F (29°C) | 0.0 in | |
| April | 86°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) | 6.9 in | |
| August | 81°F (27°C) | 8.8 in | Wettest |
| September | 81°F (27°C) | 7.0 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 |
Saruja has a seasonal temperature swing of 11°F / from 76°F in January to 88°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 28.5 inches, with August being the wettest month (8.8") and January the driest (0.0").
Museums in Saruja
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kerr Batch Stone Circles Museum | ||||
| Slave House | ||||
| Wassu Stone Circles Museum |
Farmers Markets in Saruja
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Janjanbureh Market |
Airports Near Saruja
1 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Kolda Airport | KDA | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
🇬🇲 About Gambia
Public Holidays in Gambia
9 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Saruja
What is the population of Saruja?
Saruja has a population of 1,959 residents and is located in Gambia. The population density is 10 people per square mile, spread across 192.2 square miles.
What is the weather like in Saruja?
Saruja 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 284 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 28.5 inches.