Climate Chart of Freetown, Sierra Leone

Monthly data: Temperature °C, Rain (mm), Sunshine (h) · 2013–2023

Climate overview

Temperature

Monthly mean temperatures are led by December, at 27.1 °C, while August records the lowest monthly mean, 24.9 °C. The overall unweighted mean of the monthly means is 26.3 °C. These figures describe average temperatures for each month, not daytime highs or the range visitors may experience from day to day, so they provide a broad temperature baseline rather than a complete guide to daily conditions.

Rain

Mean daily rainfall is highest in August, at 25.66 mm/day; this is a daily mean, not a monthly accumulation, and does not say how often rain falls. The lowest monthly mean is in February, at 0.18 mm/day. Across the calendar-month means, the unweighted mean is 8.43 mm/day. The contrast helps identify months with different average rainfall amounts, but averages cannot guarantee dry days or describe the timing of showers.

Sunshine

Mean daily sunshine reaches its monthly high in March, at 10.37 hours/day, and its low in August, at 5.96 hours/day. The unweighted mean across the monthly means is 8.83 hours/day per day. These averages can help with broad outdoor-planning expectations, but sunshine duration is not the same as day length and does not guarantee uninterrupted sunshine on any individual day.

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Visitors prioritising lower average rainfall could consider February, when mean daily rainfall is 0.18 mm/day. Treat that as a comparison of averages, not a promise of dry weather or a measure of rain frequency; for travel in August, where the mean daily amount is 25.66 mm/day, flexible plans and rain protection are sensible. Neither figure is a monthly total. For visitors prioritising cooler monthly averages, August is the relevant reference point, with a mean temperature of 24.9 °C. The warmest monthly mean is December at 27.1 °C. These monthly means do not describe daytime maximum temperatures or day-to-day variation, so use them as broad context when preparing rather than as a forecast.

For outdoor sightseeing planned around average sunshine, March has the highest mean daily duration at 10.37 hours/day, while August has the lowest at 5.96 hours/day. This can inform daylight outdoor planning, but sunshine duration is not day length and does not ensure clear conditions. The rainfall and temperature criteria may point to different months, so choose according to the priority that matters most for your trip.

Climate Data Overview for Freetown, Sierra Leone

Explore the comprehensive climate data for Freetown, Sierra Leone. This detailed table provides valuable insights into temperature variations, precipitation levels, and seasonal changes, helping you understand the unique weather patterns of this region.

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