Brufut Heights

What’s the weather like in Brufut Heights in January?

If you’re after a sun-kissed break around golden sandy beaches, then heading to The Gambia in the New Year could be ideal. The Brufut Heights weather in January is hot, dry and very sunny and is the perfect place to escape the winter in Europe.

Geographical influences

Visitors love coming to the pretty coastal village of Brufut Heights, on the Atlantic shoreline of The Gambia in west Africa. The dry season runs from November to May and sees hot temperatures sweep into the region thanks to the northeast winds.

Averages

Because of the hot tropical climate, the weather in Brufut Heights in January sees impressive temperatures and bags of sunshine. The average daytime high’s around 31°C, dropping to just 27°C on rare cooler days. The sun will shine for an average of ten hours this month from nearly 13 hours of daylight. The water temperature’s a pleasant 21°C, which gives you the chance to cool off in the clear blue ocean. Rain’s nothing to worry about in Brufut Heights in January and it’s very unlikely you’ll see any during your stay. The UV level is quite high and the heat and humidity are high too, so take care when you’re out and about in the sun. The average wind speed’s 12mph.