The best times to visit Niani for ideal weather are

December 10th to January 28th

based on average temperature and humidity from NOAA (the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration). Read below for more weather and travel details.

 

 


Other Niani Travel Info

Weather in Niani

Temperature

Average temperatures in Niani vary somewhat. Considering humidity, temperatures feel hot for most of the year with a low chance of precipitation most of the year. The area is less temperate than some — in the 25th percentile for pleasant weather — compared to tourist destinations worldwide. Weeks with ideal weather are listed above. If you’re looking for the very warmest time to visit Niani, the hottest months are April, May, and then June. See average monthly temperatures below. The warmest time of year is generally early to mid April where highs are regularly around 106.6°F (41.4°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 79.3°F (26.3°C) at night.

Niani Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Niani Temperatures (Celsius)

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“Feels-Like” Temperatures

The way we experience weather isn’t all about temperature. Higher temperatures affect us much more at higher humidity, and colder temperatures feel piercing with high winds. Our perceived temperatures factor in humidity and wind chill to better represent how hot or cold the day feels to a person.

Niani Perceived Temperature (F)

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Niani Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Niani Temperatures by Month

Daily highs (averaged for the month) usually give the best indication of the weather. A significantly lower mean and low generally just means it gets colder at night.

Show Fahrenheit

Month Avg. High (°F) Avg. Mean (°F) Avg. Low (°F)
Jan 95.2 78.5 63.4
Feb 99.4 82.7 67.8
Mar 103.7 88.4 74.2
Apr 106.2 92.2 78.8
May 104.2 92.1 80.4
Jun 98.9 89.4 80.2
Jul 92.1 84.2 76.8
Aug 89 81.8 75.8
Sep 90.1 82.3 75.3
Oct 93.8 84.5 76.7
Nov 97.1 82.9 70.9
Dec 94.5 77.7 62.8

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan 35.1 25.8 17.4
Feb 37.4 28.2 19.9
Mar 39.8 31.3 23.4
Apr 41.2 33.4 26
May 40.1 33.4 26.9
Jun 37.2 31.9 26.8
Jul 33.4 29 24.9
Aug 31.7 27.7 24.3
Sep 32.3 27.9 24.1
Oct 34.3 29.2 24.8
Nov 36.2 28.3 21.6
Dec 34.7 25.4 17.1

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Niani are January, February, and then March. Note that we define “significant precipitation” as .1 inches or more in this section. The lowest chance of rain or snow occurs around early January. For example, on the week of January 1st there are no days of precipitation on average. By contrast, it’s most likely to rain or snow in late August to early September with an average of 3 days of significant precipitation the week of August 27th.

When can you find snow in Niani? Weather stations report no annual snow. Please note that a value of 0 for snow in the graph below may either mean there was no snow, or that snow is unreported.

Chance of Precipitation

The graph below shows the % chance of rainy and snowy days in Niani.

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Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Niani (in).

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Average Rain and Snow by Month

Show Inches

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (in) Total Precipitation (in)
Jan 0% 0 0
Feb 0% 0 0
Mar 0% 0 0
Apr 0% 0 0
May 3% 0 0.6
Jun 10% 0 1.6
Jul 15% 0 3.8
Aug 26% 0 6.2
Sep 28% 0 5.9
Oct 8% 0 3.1
Nov 0% 0 0
Dec 0% 0 0

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 0 0 0
Feb 0 0 0
Mar 0 0 0
Apr 0 0 0
May 3 0 1.5
Jun 10 0 4.1
Jul 15 0 9.7
Aug 26 0 15.7
Sep 28 0 15
Oct 8 0 7.9
Nov 0 0 0
Dec 0 0 0

 

Humidity and Wind

Niani has some very humid months, with some very dry months. The least humid month is February (16.4% relative humidity), and the most humid month is August (78.1%).

Wind in Niani is usually extremely calm. The windiest month is May, followed by June and April. May’s average wind speed of around 6 knots (6.9 MPH or 11.2 KPH) is considered “a light breeze.” Maximum sustained winds (the highest speed for the day lasting more than a few moments) are at their highest in late May to early June where average top sustained speeds reach 11.7 knots, which is considered a moderate breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

The graph below shows the average % humidity by month in Niani.

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Wind

The graph below shows wind speed (max and average) in knots.

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Average Wind Speeds

Show Wind Speeds

All wind speeds are in knots. 1 knot = 1.15 MPH or 1.85 KPH.

Month Avg. Wind Avg. Wind Feel Sustained High Wind High Wind Feel
Jan 3.4 Barely noticeable 8.9 Gentle breeze
Feb 3.6 Barely noticeable 9.1 Gentle breeze
Mar 3.7 Barely noticeable 8.7 Gentle breeze
Apr 4.9 Light breeze 8.9 Gentle breeze
May 6 Light breeze 10.2 Gentle breeze
Jun 6 Light breeze 10 Gentle breeze
Jul 4.4 Light breeze 7.3 Gentle breeze
Aug 3.7 Barely noticeable 7.2 Gentle breeze
Sep 3.1 Barely noticeable 6.9 Gentle breeze
Oct 2.8 Barely noticeable 6.1 Light breeze
Nov 2.3 Barely noticeable 6.2 Gentle breeze
Dec 3.1 Barely noticeable 8.8 Gentle breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 22.3%
Feb 16.4%
Mar 19.6%
Apr 23.5%
May 31.8%
Jun 48.4%
Jul 69.3%
Aug 78.1%
Sep 77.8%
Oct 69.5%
Nov 48.8%
Dec 30.9%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Niani?

Our best data indicates this area is somewhat safe. As of Dec 04, 2023 there are travel warnings for Gambia, The; exercise a high degree of caution. Check this page for any recent changes or regions to avoid: Travel Advice and Advisories. This advisory was last updated on Oct 03, 2023.


 

The Busiest and Least Crowded Months

The busiest month for tourism in Niani, The Gambia is August, followed by June and July. Prices for hotels and flights will be most expensive during these months, though you can save if you purchase well in advance. Tourists are unlikely to visit Niani in September. Those willing to visit at these times will likely find it the least expensive month.

Estimated Tourism by Month

 

Most Popular Months to Visit

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Tourists Seeking Accommodations

Tourism graph is based on Google searches for services used by tourists relative to the rest of the year. Tourism data for this area is extrapolated based on nearby areas. Displayed data is calculated relative to the peak, so a score of 32.7 in September means 32.7% of the tourists vs. August.

 

 

Overall Niani Travel Experience by Season

Spring (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel very warm. Highs range from 106.6°F (41.4°C) and 101.4°F (38.6°C) with warmer temperatures in the later months. Rain is extremely rare with 0 to 1 days of significant precipitation per month. Spring is the second busiest for tourism, which makes it a good time for those looking for things to do.

Summer (June through August)

The middle-year months have very comfortable weather with high temperatures that are quite warm. These months see the most precipitation with 3 to 8 days of precipitation per month. June – August is the busiest season for tourism in Niani, so lodging and other accommodations may cost more than usual.

Fall (September through November)

Fall daily highs range from 97.6°F (36.4°C) and 89.3°F (31.8°C), which will feel very nice given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a normal amount: 0 to 8 days per month. Tourism is the slowest during these months due to the weather, so hotels may be affordably priced.

Winter (December through February)

Weather is perfect this time of year in Niani to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 101.4°F (38.6°C) and 92.3°F (33.5°C). On average, it rains or snows a insignificant amount: consistently 0 times per month. These times of year are fairly slow with tourists.

 

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