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🇬🇲 Gambia Geography — Location, Area, Borders & Climate

Gambia is a country in West Africa, Africa. It covers a total area of 11,295 km² and has a coastline of 80 km. It shares land borders with 1 country.

📐 Geographic Statistics

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Continent
Africa
geographical region
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Region
West Africa
sub-region
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Total Area
11,295 km²
land coverage
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Pop. Density
230/km²
people per km²
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Coastline
80 km
total shore length
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Timezone
UTC+0
UTC offset
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Independence
1965
established
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Climate
Tropical, dry season November–May
general type

Location and Position

Gambia is situated in West Africa, within the broader continent of Africa. The country has a coastline of 80 km, giving it access to maritime trade, fishing and tourism. Coastal geography has played a major role in the country's historical development and economic activity.

Size and Area

Gambia covers a total area of 11,295 km², making it one of the smaller countries in the world. With a population of 2.6M across this area, the population density is 230/km². The capital city is Banjul.

Climate

The climate of Gambia is tropical, dry season november–may. The best time to visit is generally November–May, when conditions are most favourable for travel.Climate varies by region within the country, so specific conditions depend on the area being visited.

🗺️ Countries Bordering Gambia

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Senegal
Dakar

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Gambia located?

Gambia is located in West Africa, Africa. The capital city is Banjul.

How large is Gambia?

Gambia has a total area of 11,295 km² with a population density of 230/km².

What countries border Gambia?

Gambia shares land borders with: Senegal.

What is the climate of Gambia?

The climate of Gambia is Tropical, dry season November–May. The best time to visit is November–May.

What timezone is Gambia in?

Gambia observes UTC+0 timezone.

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