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Jarra Central
City in Lower River, Gambia
Overview
Jarra Central is a modest, close-knit town in The Gambia's Lower River Region. Known for its lively markets and welcoming locals, the city is a crossroads for travelers heading further upriver or towards neighboring regions.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Gambia
Division
Lower River
Population
6,527
Time Zone
Africa/Banjul
Coordinates
13.42°, -15.42°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
60
Female Safety
55
LGBTQ+ Safety
10
Traffic Safety
45
Food Safety
45
Monthly Cost
$285
Local Cost
$167
Local Income
$70
Cashless
15
English
65
Temperature
27.4°C
Summer Avg
28.1°C
Winter Avg
24.7°C
Record High
45.1°C
Record Low
9.0°C
Humidity
56%
Precipitation
904 mm
City Vibrancy
—
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
0
Parks
0
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Frequently Asked Questions
Data sources
Source-backed data
NASA POWER - Climate normals and monthly weather measurements rendered as city weather metrics. Updated 2026-03-22.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-07.
Oyster List city price model - City price estimates calibrated from local price surveys and jurisdiction-level cost signals. Updated 2026-01-14.
Estimated data
Oyster List AI-assisted estimates - Safety, lifestyle, income, and practical scores are model-assisted estimates derived from source-backed country and city signals. Confidence 40/100.
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