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Barra
City in North Bank, Gambia
Overview
Barra is a small riverside town located at the mouth of the Gambia River, directly across from Banjul. Known for its lively local life, ferry connections, and historic Fort Bullen, it's a gateway to the North Bank region.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Gambia
Division
North Bank
Population
6,020
Time Zone
Africa/Banjul
Coordinates
13.48°, -16.55°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
50
Female Safety
40
LGBTQ+ Safety
20
Traffic Safety
40
Food Safety
35
Monthly Cost
$415
Local Cost
$210
Local Income
$80
Cashless
10
English
55
Temperature
26.8°C
Summer Avg
27.7°C
Winter Avg
24.4°C
Record High
43.8°C
Record Low
9.2°C
Humidity
60%
Precipitation
880 mm
City Vibrancy
—
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
0
Parks
0
Transport
0
Walk Score
0
Footways
—
Airport
BJL
Distance
20 km
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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.
OpenStreetMap transport extract - Walkability, footway density, and airport access metrics derived from mapped transport features. Updated 2025-12-06.
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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