Bakau, Gambia: vitamin D, best months and travel guide
Fishing beach, botanical garden and a crocodile pool. Best for: families, nature lovers.
The best months for vitamin D in Bakau are October to June, when a full dose takes about 6 minutes at midday. Rainy or stormy from July to September.
Bakau month by month
| Month | Rating | Sun window | Peak UV | Full dose, age 30 | Afternoon high | Rainy days |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Good | 7.1 h | 6.6 | 8 min | 30°C | 0/30 |
| February | Excellent | 7.8 h | 7.7 | 7 min | 32°C | 0/30 |
| March | Excellent | 8.3 h | 8.5 | 6 min | 31°C | 0/30 |
| April | Excellent | 8.6 h | 8.8 | 6 min | 31°C | 0/30 |
| May | Excellent | 8.5 h | 8.5 | 6 min | 30°C | 1/30 |
| June | Excellent | 8.4 h | 8.2 | 7 min | 30°C | 4/30 |
| July | Bad weather | 7.6 h | 7.7 | 7 min | 30°C | 20/30 |
| August | Bad weather | 6.9 h | 7.4 | 7 min | 29°C | 24/30 |
| September | Bad weather | 7.2 h | 7.5 | 7 min | 30°C | 24/30 |
| October | Excellent | 7.2 h | 7.2 | 7 min | 31°C | 10/30 |
| November | Excellent | 7.3 h | 6.8 | 8 min | 33°C | 0/30 |
| December | Good | 6.6 h | 6.0 | 9 min | 32°C | 0/30 |
Sun window is the number of hours a day with UV Index 2.5 or higher. Full dose is the minutes at midday for about 1,000 IU of vitamin D with a quarter of the body bare, for skin type III. Rainy days are days with at least 1 mm out of 30.
What to expect in Bakau
Fishing beach, botanical garden and a crocodile pool. Dry, hot winters and a rainy season from June to October. Hotels are modest and prices are low. Expect street sellers and a very easy-going pace.
In Bakau afternoon highs average from 29°C in August to 33°C in November. The wettest month is August (about 24 rainy days out of 30) and the driest is December (0). Midday UV peaks at 8.8 in April, which is very strong, so protect your skin.
Questions about Bakau
When is the best time to visit Bakau for vitamin D?
The best months for vitamin D in Bakau are October to June, when a full dose takes about 6 minutes at midday.
What is the weather like in Bakau?
Afternoon highs average from 29°C in August to 33°C in November. The wettest month is August, with about 24 rainy days out of 30.
Which months should I avoid in Bakau?
For a beach stay, avoid the months when it is rainy or stormy from July to September.