Rainiest Cities in Gambia

Top 64 cities ranked by rainiest cities

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Rainiest Cities — Gambia

1 Kartung 05 40.9"

2 Sanyang 05 37.2"

3 Gunjur 05 37.2"

4 Tujering 05 37.2"

5 Sifoe 05 37.2"

6 Nema Kunku 05 35.8"

7 Tanji 05 34.7"

8 Brufut 05 34.7"

9 Gambissar 04 33.8"

10 Sabi 04 33.8"

11 Basse Santa Su 04 33.8"

12 Alohungari 04 33.8"

13 Kunkujang 05 33.0"

14 Sinchu Alagi 05 33.0"

15 Welingara 05 33.0"

16 Bakoti 05 33.0"

17 Kotu 01 33.0"

18 New Jeshwang 01 33.0"

19 Dippa Kunda 01 33.0"

20 Manjai Kunda 01 33.0"

21 Latri Kunda 01 33.0"

22 Abuko 05 33.0"

23 Sanchaba 05 33.0"

24 Ibo Town 01 33.0"

25 Kanifing 01 33.0"

26 Lamin 07 33.0"

27 Busumbala 05 33.0"

28 Bakau New Town 01 33.0"

29 Banjul 01 33.0"

30 Bakau 01 33.0"

31 Faji Kunda 05 33.0"

32 Talinding 01 33.0"

33 Sukuta 05 33.0"

34 Bununka Kunda 01 33.0"

35 Brikama 05 33.0"

36 Serekunda 01 33.0"

37 Barra 07 33.0"

38 Jambanjali 05 33.0"

39 Banjul NDing 05 33.0"

40 Sinchu Sorry 05 33.0"

41 Djalabango 05 33.0"

42 Bijilo 05 33.0"

43 Kololi 05 33.0"

44 Old Jeswang 01 33.0"

45 Kaimbujae NDing 05 33.0"

46 Jamisa 05 33.0"

47 Mandinari 05 33.0"

48 Latri Sabiji 05 33.0"

49 Kerr Serign 05 33.0"

50 Essau 07 33.0"

51 Old Yundum 05 33.0"

52 Yundum 05 33.0"

53 Kerewan 07 32.9"

54 Garawol 04 31.7"

55 Koina 04 31.7"

56 Kulari 04 31.5"

57 Badja Kunda 04 31.5"

58 Farato 04 31.2"

59 Bansang 03 30.6"

60 Madiana 03 29.6"

61 Soma 02 29.5"

62 Brikama Ba 03 28.5"

63 Sinchu Balla 03 27.7"

64 Farafenni 07 27.4"

The rainiest cities in Gambia receive the highest annual precipitation, creating lush green landscapes and abundant water resources. Kartung leads with 40.9 inches of precipitation annually.

High rainfall supports diverse ecosystems, extensive park systems, and reliable water supplies. These cities often feature vibrant gardens, green spaces, and agricultural communities that benefit from consistent moisture throughout the year.

While abundant rainfall supports lush environments, it can also bring challenges including flooding risks, high humidity, and more frequent overcast days. Many rainy cities have adapted with robust drainage systems, covered public spaces, and a cultural embrace of indoor activities.

Did You Know?

1. Kartung receives 40.9" of precipitation annually — that's about 3.4 feet of water.
2. The rainiest cities in the U.S. are primarily in the Southeast and Pacific Northwest, though for very different reasons — tropical moisture vs. marine influence.
3. High rainfall areas tend to have lower wildfire risk and more reliable municipal water supplies.

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