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Forecast by:  | 11 Sep Fri | 12 Sep Sat | 13 Sep Sun | 14 Sep Mon | 15 Sep Tue | 16 Sep Wed | 17 Sep Thu |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Temp (°C) | 31° 24° | 31° 23° | 30° 25° | 30° 23° | 29° 23° | 31° 23° | 28° 24° |
| Precipitation | 43% | 49% | 54% | 55% | 52% | 44% | 57% |
| Humidity | 80% | 80% | 83% | 81% | 80% | 78% | 82% |
| Wind | 14 km/h | 18 km/h | 20 km/h | 15 km/h | 11 km/h | 16 km/h | 14 km/h |
Best time to visit Sierra Leone
The best time to visit Freetown is from November to April, when conditions are generally dry and outdoor sightseeing, beach visits and peninsula journeys are practical. May to October is wetter, with July to September the least suitable period because heavy rain can cause flooding, landslides and difficult road travel.
JanuaryTemp (°C)27°Rain (mm)1Sun Hours10Dry Days29
January is hot and generally dry, around 21-29°C. Harmattan dust can bring hazy skies, while city sightseeing and beach visits are practical.
FebruaryTemp (°C)27°Rain (mm)3Sun Hours10Dry Days27
February is hot and mostly dry, around 22-30°C. Harmattan haze can reduce visibility, while outdoor sightseeing and coastal activities remain feasible.
MarchTemp (°C)29°Rain (mm)8Sun Hours10Dry Days26
March is hot and generally dry, around 23-30°C. Occasional temperatures near 38°C can make strenuous daytime activities uncomfortable.
AprilTemp (°C)28°Rain (mm)14Sun Hours10Dry Days21
April is hot, around 23-30°C, with thunderstorms and increasing rain. Outdoor plans remain possible, though downpours can interrupt sightseeing.
MayTemp (°C)29°Rain (mm)51Sun Hours9Dry Days15
May is hot and rainy, around 23-30°C. Heavy showers can create muddy roads and make excursions beyond Freetown difficult.
JuneTemp (°C)27°Rain (mm)140Sun Hours7Dry Days6
June is humid and rainy, around 22-29°C. Frequent showers can interrupt beach days, while muddy roads complicate journeys outside the city.
JulyTemp (°C)25°Rain (mm)239Sun Hours6Dry Days3
July is exceptionally wet, around 22-27°C, with the year's heaviest rain. Severe flooding and rain-triggered landslides can disrupt city travel and rural excursions.
AugustTemp (°C)25°Rain (mm)279Sun Hours5Dry Days3
August is exceptionally wet, around 22-27°C, with peak rainfall. Severe flooding and rain-triggered landslides can interrupt sightseeing and make road travel difficult.
SeptemberTemp (°C)25°Rain (mm)191Sun Hours7Dry Days3
September is humid and rainy, around 22-28°C. Downpours can cause flooding, while muddy roads complicate excursions beyond Freetown.
OctoberTemp (°C)26°Rain (mm)136Sun Hours8Dry Days5
October is warm and showery, around 22-29°C. Heavy rain can leave roads muddy, while beaches and city sightseeing remain possible between showers.
NovemberTemp (°C)26°Rain (mm)52Sun Hours9Dry Days15
November is warm and generally dry, around 22-29°C. Conditions suit city sightseeing, beaches, and journeys around the Freetown peninsula.
DecemberTemp (°C)26°Rain (mm)10Sun Hours10Dry Days29
December is warm and mostly dry, around 22-29°C. Harmattan dust may bring hazy skies, while outdoor sightseeing and beach activities remain practical.
Sources: responsibletravel.com
Activities are coming soon.
Brief
- Try local dishes such as cassava-leaf stew, jollof rice, grilled seafood, fried plantain, and fresh tropical fruit. Bottled ginger drinks and palm wine are also locally popular.
- Freetown operates on Greenwich Mean Time year-round and does not observe daylight saving time.
Safety and health
- Yellow fever vaccination is recommended for all travellers aged 9 months and older, and Sierra Leone requires proof of vaccination for all travellers entering the country. (
cdc.gov)
- Mosquito-borne diseases including malaria and dengue are present. Use repellent, wear covered clothing, sleep under screened or treated nets, and seek medical advice about malaria prevention before travel. (
wikivoyage.org)
- Avoid swimming, wading, or washing in untreated freshwater because of schistosomiasis. After heavy rain, avoid floodwater, mud, and contact between open wounds and soil or water because of melioidosis risk. (
- Drink bottled or treated water, take care with food hygiene, and carry basic medical supplies. Medical facilities are limited, particularly outside Freetown. (
Recent News
- 20 August 2026: Reconstruction of Freetown’s historic King Jimmy Market has begun. The market area may experience construction activity, changed access, or temporary disruption while work proceeds. (
thesierraleonetelegraph.com)
