Driest Cities in Gambia

Top 64 cities ranked by driest cities

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Driest Cities — Gambia

1 Farafenni 07 27.4"

2 Sinchu Balla 03 27.7"

3 Brikama Ba 03 28.5"

4 Soma 02 29.5"

5 Madiana 03 29.6"

6 Bansang 03 30.6"

7 Farato 04 31.2"

8 Kulari 04 31.5"

9 Badja Kunda 04 31.5"

10 Koina 04 31.7"

11 Garawol 04 31.7"

12 Kerewan 07 32.9"

13 Latri Sabiji 05 33.0"

14 Abuko 05 33.0"

15 Kotu 01 33.0"

16 Sinchu Alagi 05 33.0"

17 Kunkujang 05 33.0"

18 Bakoti 05 33.0"

19 New Jeshwang 01 33.0"

20 Dippa Kunda 01 33.0"

21 Sanchaba 05 33.0"

22 Manjai Kunda 01 33.0"

23 Sukuta 05 33.0"

24 Latri Kunda 01 33.0"

25 Serekunda 01 33.0"

26 Ibo Town 01 33.0"

27 Welingara 05 33.0"

28 Lamin 07 33.0"

29 Busumbala 05 33.0"

30 Bakau New Town 01 33.0"

31 Banjul 01 33.0"

32 Bakau 01 33.0"

33 Faji Kunda 05 33.0"

34 Talinding 01 33.0"

35 Old Jeswang 01 33.0"

36 Jambanjali 05 33.0"

37 Barra 07 33.0"

38 Banjul NDing 05 33.0"

39 Sinchu Sorry 05 33.0"

40 Djalabango 05 33.0"

41 Brikama 05 33.0"

42 Bijilo 05 33.0"

43 Kololi 05 33.0"

44 Bununka Kunda 01 33.0"

45 Kaimbujae NDing 05 33.0"

46 Jamisa 05 33.0"

47 Mandinari 05 33.0"

48 Kerr Serign 05 33.0"

49 Essau 07 33.0"

50 Old Yundum 05 33.0"

51 Yundum 05 33.0"

52 Kanifing 01 33.0"

53 Sabi 04 33.8"

54 Alohungari 04 33.8"

55 Basse Santa Su 04 33.8"

56 Gambissar 04 33.8"

57 Tanji 05 34.7"

58 Brufut 05 34.7"

59 Nema Kunku 05 35.8"

60 Sanyang 05 37.2"

61 Gunjur 05 37.2"

62 Tujering 05 37.2"

63 Sifoe 05 37.2"

64 Kartung 05 40.9"

The driest cities in Gambia receive the least annual precipitation, often characterized by arid landscapes and abundant sunshine. Farafenni receives just 27.4 inches of precipitation annually.

Dry climates offer benefits including more sunny days, less seasonal affective disorder, lower humidity, and reduced mold and allergen concerns. These cities are often located in the desert Southwest or other arid regions with dramatic natural landscapes.

Water management is a critical concern for the driest cities, many of which rely on distant water sources, desalination, or strict conservation measures. As populations grow in these areas, sustainable water use and drought resilience become increasingly important priorities.

Did You Know?

1. Farafenni gets just 27.4" of precipitation per year — less than many cities get in a single month.
2. Most of the driest cities are in the desert Southwest, where evaporation often exceeds precipitation by a factor of 10 or more.
3. Water conservation is a way of life in these cities, with many implementing xeriscaping requirements and water usage restrictions.

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