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Serekunda, Gambia
Banjul · Gambia
Serekunda is a large city in Banjul, Gambia with a population of 340,000. Elevation: 49 ft (15 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°C).
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About Serekunda
Serekunda is a major city and the largest metropolitan area in The Gambia. It is situated close to the Atlantic coast, on the Gambia River, near the capital, Banjul. Serekunda and Banjul form an urban area known as the Kombos, with about half of the population of the Gambia.
People
Climate
| Population | 340,000 |
| Population Density | 1,098 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 49 ft (15 m) |
| Coordinates | 13.4383°, -16.6781° |
| Timezone | Africa/Banjul |
| Country | 🇬🇲 Gambia |
| State / Province | Banjul |
| Average Temperature | 79°F (26°C) |
| January Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 33.0 inches (839 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Serekunda
Serekunda is a large city in Gambia (Banjul) with a population of 340,000. The city sits at an elevation of 49 feet (15 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 79°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 73°F in January to 82°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 33.0 inches. The timezone is Africa/Banjul.
Climate in Serekunda
Serekunda has an average annual temperature of 0°C (32°F). The hottest month is Jan (0°C), the coldest is Jan (0°C). Average annual precipitation is 948 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 79.0°F |
| 46% above Gambia avg | |
| January Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Sunny Days | 345 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 49 ft (15 m) |
| Area | 309.8 sq mi (802.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,098/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 13.4383°N, 16.6781°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Banjul |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 73°F (23°C) | 0.0 in | Coldest |
| February | 78°F (26°C) | 0.0 in | |
| March | 80°F (27°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| April | 80°F (27°C) | 0.0 in | |
| May | 81°F (27°C) | 0.1 in | |
| June | 83°F (28°C) | 2.2 in | Warmest |
| July | 82°F (28°C) | 7.8 in | |
| August | 80°F (27°C) | 12.7 in | Wettest |
| September | 81°F (27°C) | 9.1 in | |
| October | 82°F (28°C) | 2.5 in | |
| November | 80°F (26°C) | 0.1 in | |
| December | 76°F (25°C) | 0.0 in |
Serekunda has a seasonal temperature swing of 9°F / from 73°F in January to 83°F in June. Total annual precipitation is 34.7 inches, with August being the wettest month (12.7") and March the driest (0.0").
Colleges & Universities in Serekunda
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| AIUWA (CMIT) | College | — | — |
| American International University | University | — | — |
| BPA UTG block | College | — | — |
| Gambia Technical Training Institute (GTTI) | University | — | Visit → |
| International Community College Gambia | College | — | — |
| international online university | College | — | — |
| International Trypanotolerance Centre (ITC) | University | 1982 | Visit → |
| Legacy University the Gambia | University | — | — |
| MDI admission office | College | — | — |
| MDI KJ building | College | — | — |
| Stratford College of Management | College | — | — |
| University of the Gambia | University | — | — |
| University of The Gambia Administration and school of ICT, peace building | College | — | Visit → |
| University of the Gambia law Faculty | College | — | — |
| University of the Gambia SBPA | College | — | — |
| University of the Gambia school of Journalism | College | — | — |
Schools in Serekunda
56+ public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| British International School The Gambia (BISG) | — | — | — | — |
| Quran memorization school | — | — | — | — |
| Nusrat Senior Secondary School | — | — | — | — |
| Ecole Française de Banjul | — | — | — | — |
| Latrikunda Upper Basic School | — | — | — | — |
| Bakau Newtown Upper Basic School | — | — | — | — |
| The Swallow Center for Emancipating Education | — | — | — | — |
| Bakoteh Annex Lower Basic School | — | — | — | — |
| Bakoteh Upper Basic School | — | — | — | — |
| West African International School (WAIS) | — | — | — | — |
| school | — | — | — | — |
| Saint Aidens Basic Cycle School | — | — | — | — |
| Jabang School | — | — | — | — |
| St Theresa's School | — | — | — | — |
| babylon basci cycle school | — | — | — | — |
| Kotu Senior Secondary School | — | — | — | — |
| Banjul American International School (BAIS) | — | — | — | — |
| Bakau Lower Basic School | — | — | — | — |
| Greater Banjul Upper Basic school | — | — | — | — |
| Tallinding school | — | — | — | — |
| Abc Learning Centre | — | — | — | — |
| Sukuta Lower Basic School | — | — | — | — |
| Scott`s Rainbow Nursery School | — | — | — | — |
| Jabang Senior Secondary School | — | — | — | — |
| Jabang Arabic School | — | — | — | — |
| Jabang Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Charles Jaw Memorial Academy | — | — | — | — |
| Brufut Upper and Senior Secondary School | — | — | — | — |
| Kanifing East Upper Basic and Senior Secondary School | — | — | — | — |
| Kinderen van Lamin | — | — | — | — |
| Management Development Institute | — | — | — | — |
| president international award skills | — | — | — | — |
| Aja Fatou Bah Nursery School | — | — | — | — |
| Deeper Life Nursery School | — | — | — | — |
| Abuko upper basic | — | — | — | — |
| Buckinham school | — | — | — | — |
| Al-Salam Center Quaranic memorization center | — | — | — | — |
| Bymyra International school | — | — | — | — |
| Bursubi | — | — | — | — |
| Gambia Methodist Academy | — | — | — | — |
| Old Yundum Primary and Upper Basic School | — | — | — | — |
| SBEC International School | — | — | — | — |
| Ecole Française | — | — | — | — |
| Carter Upper Basic School | — | — | — | — |
| Deeper Life School | — | — | — | — |
| St. Johns School for the Deaf | — | — | — | — |
| New Life Children's Centre | — | — | — | — |
| Half Dye School | — | — | — | — |
| Marina International High School | — | — | — | — |
| Marina Junior School | — | — | — | — |
| Bakau Newtown Upper Basic School | — | — | — | — |
| Bilal Bordiag School | — | — | — | — |
| Bakoteh Proper Lower Basic School | — | — | — | — |
| Apple Tree International School | — | — | — | — |
| Masroor Senior Secondary School | — | — | — | — |
| Old yundum school | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Serekunda
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Serekunda
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Arch 22 Museum | ||||
| Gambia National Museum | ||||
| Kachikally Crocodile Pool |
Libraries in Serekunda
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| American Corner | 0.0 | |||||
| American Corner | 0.0 | |||||
| Community Center Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Gambia National Library | 0.0 | |||||
| MDI Libray | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Serekunda
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Albert Market | |||||
| Bakau Old Town Market | |||||
| Bakau Old Town Market | |||||
| Bakoteh Fish Market | |||||
| Brikama Craft Market | |||||
| Brikama Market | |||||
| Farato Market | |||||
| Jiddah Mini Market | |||||
| Kafuta Market | |||||
| Lasso Wharf Market | |||||
| Mama Mini Market | |||||
| Mandina Ba Market | |||||
| market of coastal road | |||||
| market of coastal road | |||||
| Sennegambia Craft Market | |||||
| Sennegambia Craft Market | |||||
| Serrekunda Market | |||||
| Serrekunda Market | |||||
| Tallinding Market | |||||
| Turntable market |
Gas Stations in Serekunda
1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Serekunda
1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Serekunda
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Serekunda
3 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Banjul International Airport | BJL | Large Airport |
| Kaolack Airport | KLC | Medium Airport |
| Djilor Pout Pout Airport | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Serekunda
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| DHL |
UNESCO World Heritage Sites Near Serekunda
7 UNESCO sites.
| Site | Category | Year |
|---|---|---|
| CFAO Building | ||
| Fort Bullen | ||
| Kunta Kinteh Island | ||
| Maurel Frères Building | ||
| Portuguese Chapel | ||
| San Domingo | ||
| Six-Gun Battery |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Serekunda
8 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Assemblies of God The Gambia | |
| Assembly Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses | |
| Saints in light glorious assembly | |
| School Church | |
| st kizito | |
| St Paul's Church | |
| St Theresse | |
| The Holy Family Church |
Quick Facts
Around Serekunda
Places within 5 km radius — OpenStreetMap data
Things to See Near Serekunda
6 places within 15 km
- • Kololi Beach
- • Kotu Beach
- • Kotu Beach
- • Senegambia Beach
- • Fort Bullen
- • Six-Gun Battery
🇬🇲 About Gambia
UNESCO World Heritage Sites Near Serekunda
Public Holidays in Gambia
9 public holidays this year
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Serekunda
What is the population of Serekunda?
Serekunda has a population of 340,000 residents and is located in Gambia. The population density is 1,098 people per square mile, spread across 309.8 square miles.
What is the weather like in Serekunda?
Serekunda has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 73°F in January, while summers reach an average of 82°F in July. The area receives 345 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 33.0 inches.