The Gambia lies in a region that has arguably the most agreeable climate in West Africa. The weather is subtropical with distinct dry and rainy seasons. From mid November to early June, coastal areas are usually dry, while the rainy season lasts from late June to October. Inland the cool season is shorter and daytime temperatures are very high between March and June. Sunny periods occur on most days even during the rainy season.

Lightweight or tropical for most of the year with rainwear for the rainy season.