Banjul Beach

What’s the weather like in Banjul Beach in March?

It’s the hottest time of the year to visit The Gambia and its wonderful coastal resorts. The Banjul Beach weather in March sees temperatures over 30°C, with crystal clear skies and very little rain. It’s the perfect time to sunbathe on the beaches and relax around the pools.

Geographical influences

Banjul’s the capital city of The Gambia, which is a small country on the west coast of Africa. It’s surrounded by Senegal and enjoys a tropical climate that’s very dry between November and May. Banjul Beach is at the mouth of the pretty Gambia River, with the Atlantic Ocean nearby and just a gentle breeze from the warm waters.

Averages

The weather in Banjul Beach in March sees an average daytime high temperature of 35°C on the hottest days. This will only dip by a few degrees on rare cooler days. The night time temperature will be around 21°C. The sun seems to last forever at this idyllic city in The Gambia. It shines for an average of 11 hours each day and doesn’t set until nearly 7.30pm at the end of the month. Rainfall’s very low during March. Just 9mm falls on average and chances are you’ll see no rain at all on your holiday. The sea’s very inviting with an average temperature of 21°C. The wind speed’s low at 12mph but the UV level is high, so use plenty of sunblock. The humidity will measure about 55% so carrying water is a good idea when you’re exploring the beaches, markets and nature reserves around Banjul.