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WelingaraGambia
City Overview of Welingara
Welingara, Gambia, offers a unique opportunity for expats desiring a deeply authentic experience, far from typical international bubbles. Life here unfolds at a more relaxed pace, fostering genuine immersion into local culture and community. You'll find essential services like healthcare and public transport to be generally sufficient, though perhaps requiring a flexible mindset compared to more developed nations.
While safety is considered reasonable for daily living, understanding local nuances is key. This destination particularly suits those who value cultural depth and a less structured expat environment over extensive Western amenities.
Population
27,856
Area
-
Density
-
Founded
-
Language
English
Distance to Coast
6 km
Districts & Neighborhoods in Welingara
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Climate & Weather in Welingara
Welingara has a **tropical savanna climate (Köppen Aw)** with a long hot dry season and a shorter wet season driven by the West African monsoon. Long-term climate data indicate consistently warm temperatures, moderate annual rainfall near 939 mm, and high humidity during the rainy months, while the dry season is much sunnier and less humid.
Summer Average
29°C
Winter Average
26°C
Climate Type
Tropical Savanna
Rainy Days
78
Sunny Days
255
Humidity
64%
Spring
March - May
28-39°C
Spring is very hot and mostly dry, with peak heat building toward the start of the rainy season. Skies are often sunny and humidity is lower than in the wet months.
Very Low rainfall
Summer
June - August
26-31°C
Summer is the wet season, bringing frequent showers and higher humidity. July and August are the rainiest months, with cloudy skies and repeated heavy downpours.
Very High rainfall
Autumn
September - November
27-33°C
Autumn remains warm, but rainfall decreases after the monsoon peak. Conditions gradually become drier and sunnier as the dry season approaches.
Moderate rainfall
Winter
December - February
23-30°C
Winter is the cool-dry season by local standards, with warm days, milder nights, and very little rainfall. Sunshine is abundant and humidity is lower than during the wet season.
Low rainfall
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Air Quality
Welingara
Advantages
Welingara
Strong educational infrastructure
Affordable cost of living
Close-knit community bonds
Growing local economy
Access to green spaces
Disadvantages
Welingara
Limited higher education options
Few employment opportunities
Minimal entertainment venues
Poor infrastructure development
Limited business ecosystem
Safety & Security in Welingara
Overall Safety Score
Includes resilience and environmental factors
Moderate
55
/100
Gambia Avg
53
Africa Avg
54
Worldwide Avg
56
Crime & Safety Metrics
Thermometer compares Welingara to Gambia averages using different marker styles.Compare:
Welingara
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: 79/100
No data for Welingara — showing hazard indicators from nearby Brikama (~15 km).
