Your August weather guide
HotWeather in Kololi in August
August suits a Kololi holiday if you want warmth and can accept frequent rain, rather than dependable beach sunshine. Daytime temperatures average around 28°C, but about 24 rainy days make wet weather a central part of the decision. With only about 2.4 hours of sunshine a day, this is not the month for a reliably sunny break. Go for warm air and sea; choose another month if dry outdoor time matters most.
Long-term climate averages for Serekunda (Kololi), not a forecast · 1991-2020
Kololi, month by month
Your snapshot
At a glance
The useful details for Serekunda (Kololi).
- Average daytime high
- 28.4°C
- 9 in 10 days stay below 29°C
- Average night-time low
- 25.3°C
- coldest 10% of nights: 24°C or lower
- Compared with London
- +7.0°C
- London averages 21.4°C in August
- Sea temperature
- 28.4°C
- year to year: 28°C to 29°C
- Sunshine per day (est.)
- 2.4h
- 19% of 12.4 h of daylight
- Rainy days (1 mm+)
- 24
- 263 mm over the month
- Humidity
- 83%
- Days over 25°C
- 100%
- 3% over 30°C
- Record high 1991-2020
- 32.1°C
- 2002-08-12
- Record low 1991-2020
- 23.2°C
- 2013-08-31
- Flight from London
- ≈ 6 h 18 min
- 4448 km, mid-haul (estimate for a direct flight)
Records are observed extremes within 1991-2020, not typical holiday conditions. Warm-day percentages are shares of days, not day counts.
How August compares
August is the 10th warmest month of the year in Kololi and ranks 75th of 134 destinations we compare for August - see where else is hot in August. Against London's average high of 21.4°C in August, Kololi is 7.0°C warmer by day and 11.8°C warmer at night.
Daytime and night-time in August
The typical August day in Kololi peaks at 28.4°C, but that is an average: the warmest 10% of days reach 29.4°C or more. About 100% of days top 25°C and 1 in 30 pass 30°C. Nights average 25.3°C; one night in ten drops to 24.4°C or lower, so pack a layer for evenings. Between 1991 and 2020 the hottest August day here reached 32.1°C (2002-08-12) and the coldest night 23.2°C (2013-08-31).
Rain in August
Wet (more than 8 rainy days): about 24 days with 1 mm or more, 263 mm in total. Year to year it varies a lot - the wettest August was 2013 with 512 mm, the driest 2004 with 145 mm. Humidity averages 83%, which makes the heat feel heavier than the thermometer suggests.
Sea temperature in August
The sea averages 28.4°C - warm enough to swim (22°c+). Depending on the year it ranges from 27.8°C to 28.9°C. For the warmest sea here, come in October (29.3°C).
Sunshine and daylight
Around 2.4 hours of sunshine a day (estimated from cloud cover), 12.4 hours of daylight: the sun rises about 06:54 and sets about 19:28 local time in mid-August. Average cloud cover is 81%.
Is August a good time to visit Kololi?
It is a reasonable choice: hot days but expect showers. The best months for Kololi on our scoring are April, March, May; months averaging 25°C or more: Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov, Dec.
Warm sea, humid days and little cooling at night
The heat is steady rather than extreme: average daytime highs are 28.4°C, and just 3% of days reach 30°C. The catch is humidity of 83%, so modest-looking temperatures can still feel sticky, particularly when you are active. Loose, lightweight clothing makes more sense than heavy fabrics, and air conditioning is a sensible accommodation priority. Nights average 25.3°C, offering little relief from the daytime warmth; do not expect evenings to feel cool. The sea also averages 28.4°C, making swimming a clear attraction for travellers who dislike chilly water. That warmth is a reason to consider August, but it does not cancel out the limitations of a wet-weather beach holiday.
Plan around rain, not guaranteed sunshine
About 24 days have measurable rain, so a flexible approach to outdoor plans is essential. That does not mean it rains continuously, but the figures do not support treating rain as an occasional inconvenience either. Sunshine averages just 2.4 hours within 12.4 hours of daylight: long days are not the same as long sunny spells. Bring a compact umbrella or lightweight waterproof, and choose accommodation where you would be comfortable spending time during wet weather. Avoid building the holiday around uninterrupted beach days. August is a reasonable choice if warm conditions matter more than clear skies, but a weaker fit if your main aim is sunshine after a UK summer.
A little perspective
Kololi through the year
August is highlighted. See how it compares with the rest of the year.
| Month | Day | Night | Sea | Sun/day | Rain mm | Rainy days | Days 25°C+ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 28.7°C | 20.2°C | 21.8°C | 6.5 | 2 | 0 | 95% |
| February | 29.4°C | 20.5°C | 22.0°C | 7.3 | 1 | 0 | 94% |
| Marchbest | 29.4°C | 20.7°C | 22.6°C | 8.7 | 0 | 0 | 96% |
| Aprilbest | 28.3°C | 20.9°C | 23.4°C | 8.7 | 0 | 0 | 95% |
| Maybest | 28.2°C | 22.2°C | 24.6°C | 8.4 | 1 | 0 | 99% |
| June | 29.1°C | 24.6°C | 26.8°C | 6.2 | 14 | 2 | 100% |
| July | 28.9°C | 25.4°C | 28.0°C | 3.5 | 130 | 15 | 100% |
| AugustSelected | 28.4°C | 25.3°C | 28.4°C | 2.4 | 263 | 24 | 100% |
| September | 28.9°C | 25.4°C | 28.7°C | 3.1 | 192 | 20 | 100% |
| October | 29.9°C | 26.1°C | 29.3°C | 6.0 | 58 | 8 | 100% |
| November | 30.7°C | 24.6°C | 27.7°C | 5.9 | 2 | 1 | 100% |
| December | 29.7°C | 21.9°C | 24.1°C | 5.7 | 1 | 0 | 100% |
Day = average daytime high, night = average night-time low, 1991-2020.Sun is hours per day; rainy days count 1 mm or more.
Day, night and sea
Monthly average temperatures, 1991-2020
- Day
- Night
- Sea
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A little more detail
Kololi in August FAQs
Plain answers, grounded in the averages.
Is Kololi hot in August?
Kololi is hot in August: the average daytime high is 28.4°C and nights average 25.3°C. About 100% of August days reach 25°C or more.
Can you swim in the sea in Kololi in August?
The sea around Kololi averages 28.4°C in August, which is warm enough for most people to swim comfortably. Between 1991 and 2020 it ranged from 28°C to 29°C depending on the year.
How much does it rain in Kololi in August?
Kololi sees about 24 rainy days (1 mm or more) and 263 mm of rain in a typical August. The wettest August between 1991 and 2020 was 2013 (512 mm) and the driest was 2004 (145 mm).
How sunny is Kololi in August?
Kololi gets around 2.4 hours of sunshine a day in August out of 12.4 hours of daylight (estimated from average cloud cover).
How does Kololi compare with the UK in August?
Kololi is on average 7.0°C warmer than London by day in August (28.4°C against 21.4°C).
What is the hottest August on record in Kololi?
Between 1991 and 2020 the hottest August day in Kololi reached 32.1°C on 2002-08-12, and the coldest night dropped to 23.2°C on 2013-08-31.
How much warmer is Kololi than London in August?
Kololi's average daytime high is 28.4°C, compared with London's 21.4°C, a difference of 7°C. It is a clear step up in warmth, although Kololi's high humidity and frequent rain mean that warmer does not necessarily mean better weather for being outdoors.
Is August the best month to choose for Kololi?
No. April, March and May are the stronger choices overall. August offers warm swimming conditions, but frequent rain and limited sunshine make it less suitable for a sunshine-led holiday. If your dates are flexible, consider those months before committing to August.
About these averages
ERA5-Land climate reanalysis via Open-Meteo (11 km grid) and NOAA Coral Reef Watch 5 km sea temperatures, 1991-2020
Averages computed from daily values at Serekunda (Serekunda (Kololi)). Sea temperature from the nearest 5 km sea cell, 4.1 km from that point. Sunshine hours are estimated from average cloud cover.Records are the highest and lowest daily values in that 30-year period, not all-time records. These are climate averages, not a forecast for your trip. How we measure holiday weather
- Hot · 25°C+
- Warm · 20°C to below 25°C
- Mild · 15°C to below 20°C
- Cool · below 15°C