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KantaurGambia
City Overview of Kantaur
Kantaur offers a distinct Gambian lifestyle, ideal for expats seeking a slower pace and genuine cultural immersion along the Gambia River, away from the coastal bustle. It presents a tranquil environment rich in natural beauty and community spirit.
While safety and healthcare are generally reliable, expats should anticipate a more localized infrastructure, often leaning on private services for specific needs. Public transport is functional, yet personal vehicles provide greater freedom for navigating the region. This is a destination for those ready to embrace an authentic, community-focused experience.
Population
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Area
56 km²
Density
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Founded
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Language
English
Distance to Coast
1 km
Districts & Neighborhoods in Kantaur
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Climate & Weather in Kantaur
Kantaur (Kuntaur) has a tropical savanna climate (Köppen Aw) with a long hot dry season and a short, wet monsoon season. Long-term climate references for The Gambia and Kuntaur indicate hot conditions year-round, with the rainiest period from roughly June to October and drier, sunnier weather from November to May. Current overcast, very humid weather is consistent with the wet season pattern.
Summer Average
33°C
Winter Average
27°C
Climate Type
Tropical savanna
Rainy Days
85
Sunny Days
290
Humidity
55%
Spring
March - May
31-39°C
Spring is very hot and usually dry, with increasing heat toward the start of the rainy season. Skies are often hazy or partly cloudy, and daytime temperatures can be oppressive.
Low rainfall
Summer
June - August
27-33°C
Summer is the main rainy season, with frequent cloud cover, high humidity, and periodic heavy showers. Temperatures remain warm to hot, but rainfall and cloudiness are much higher than in the dry season.
Very High rainfall
Autumn
September - November
28-34°C
Autumn stays warm, with rain gradually tapering off after the wettest months. Conditions transition from humid and unsettled in early autumn to drier and brighter by November.
Moderate rainfall
Winter
December - February
18-30°C
Winter is the dry season, with the most comfortable and sunny weather of the year. Nights and early mornings are cooler than the wet season, while afternoons remain warm to hot.
Very Low rainfall
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Safety & Security in Kantaur
Overall Safety Score
Includes resilience and environmental factors
Moderate
55
/100
Gambia Avg
53
Africa Avg
54
Worldwide Avg
56
Crime & Safety Metrics
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Kantaur
Gambia Average
No city-specific data available — showing Gambia country averages instead.
Safety Index
0510
Low
Safety from Crime
0510
Concerning
Safe Alone (Day)
0510
Moderate
Safe Alone (Night)
0510
Low
Safety from Violent Crime
0510
Concerning
Safety from Property Crime
0510
Concerning
Environmental & Natural Hazard Risks
Resilience Score: 81/100
No data for Kantaur — showing hazard indicators from nearby Kolda (~72 km).
