Kanifing weather
At 6:45 PM local time it was clear and 27°C (80°F). Mostly light, on-and-off rain; heavier around 3 PM (3.7 mm total). Best months for weather: Oct–Jun. Below: today's sky, the hour-by-hour rain chance and the 16-day forecast for Kanifing, Banjul, Gambia.
Current conditions
- Clouds
- 19%
- Chance of rain
- 98%
- Rain
- 0.0 mm/h
Hourly Forecast
Mostly light, on-and-off rain; heavier around 3 PM (3.7 mm total)
Daily Forecast
Best Time to Visit
Peak season Oct–JunOff season Aug–Sep
About Kanifing weather
Is it raining in Kanifing right now?
No. It’s clear and 27° right now. Mostly light, on-and-off rain; heavier around 3 PM (3.7 mm total).
What’s the weather like in Kanifing this week?
Over the next 7 days, expect highs of 30–36° and lows of 25–27°. Rain is likely on 3 of 7 days (Saturday, Sunday, Monday). The driest day looks like Friday.
Has it been raining in Kanifing lately?
Barely. The past 7 days were mostly dry, with 0.0 mm of rain in total.
What should I pack for Kanifing?
For the coming week, bring an umbrella or rain jacket, light, breathable clothes and sunscreen.
Kanifing weather by month
When is the best time to visit Kanifing?
Based on weather alone, the best time to visit Kanifing is Oct–Jun, according to NASA's 2001–2025 climate averages. Aug–Sep tends to be the least pleasant. Average highs run from 26°C (79°F) in April to 30°C (86°F) in November.
What is the rainiest month in Kanifing?
August is the wettest month, with about 290 mm (11.4 in) of rain on average. December is the driest, with about 2 mm (0.1 in).
What is the hottest month in Kanifing?
November is the warmest, with average highs of 30°C (86°F) and lows of 25°C (76°F). April is the coolest, with highs of 26°C (79°F) and lows of 19°C (66°F).
Does Kanifing have a rainy season?
Yes. Jul–Sep is the rainy season (150 mm or more a month), while Nov–Jun is usually dry (under 60 mm).
Sources: 2001–2025 monthly averages from NASA POWER (MERRA-2 reanalysis), forecast and current conditions from Open-Meteo. Page updated . How we rate months