Kotu Beach

What’s the weather like in Kotu Beach in May?

Make the most of the amazing Kotu Beach weather in May before the wet season starts in June. There’ll be an incredible amount of sunshine this month in The Gambia, with temperatures over 30°C and very little rainfall.

Geographical influences

Kotu Beach is a lively but pretty resort on the Atlantic Ocean coast of The Gambia, which is a small country in west Africa. It’s surrounded by Senegal and enjoys a tropical climate that’s very dry between November and May because of hot weather blowing in by north-easterly winds. There’ll be a gentle breeze from the Atlantic.

Averages

Despite The Gambia having a little rain this month compared to the bone dry period between November and April, the weather in Kotu Beach in May is very enjoyable. The average daytime high temperature’s 35°C, with a cool wind from the ocean. This may drop to around 29°C when occasional clouds appear. The average night time temperature’s 21°C. You’ll see plenty of sunshine during your trip to this popular region of west Africa, with an average of 11 hours from 13 hours of daylight. The sun doesn’t set until nearly 7.30pm at the end of May. You’ll love taking a dip in the warm waters, which will be about 24°C at this time. The average rainfall around Kotu Beach in May’s just 4mm with only one or two days having very light wet weather. The UV levels are high so take care in the sun as you relax along the beaches. The humidity will be around 74%.