Freetown Weather and Climate: A Comprehensive Guide
Freetown maintains a fairly consistent warm average temperature.
It also has a relatively rainy climate with high levels of precipitation.
Now, let’s break down all the climate details for a clearer picture.
Average maximum day and minimum night temperature
The climate in Freetown remains fairly constant, offering comfortable temperatures throughout the year. On average, daytime temperatures range from a comfortable 29°C in December to a comfortable 27°C in August.
Nighttime temperatures can drop, with average lows reaching 25°C in August. Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.Temperature ranges by month
Precipitation and rainy days
Freetown is known for its substantial rainfall, with annual precipitation reaching 2999 mm. The seasons in Freetown, bring significant changes in precipitation. The wettest month, August, receives heavy rainfall, with an average of 754 mm of precipitation. This rainfall is distributed across 27 rainy days. In contrast, the driest month, February, experiences much less rainfall, totaling 8.3 mm over 0 rainy days. These distinct seasonal differences provide diverse experiences throughout the year. For more details, please visit our Freetown Precipitation page.The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail and snow
The average number of days each month with precipitation
Sunshine over the year
In Freetown, summer days are longer and more sunny, with daily sunshine hours peaking at 7.8 hours in March. As the darker season arrives, the brightness of the sun becomes less. August sees a soft sun for only 2.9 hours per average day. Visit our detailed sunshine hours page for more information.Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
Average humidity
The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Freetown.
The city experiences its highest humidity in August, reaching 81%. In January, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 66%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
Relative humidity over the year
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Select a Month of Interest
Check the conditions for any month of the year.
The best time of year to visit Freetown in Sierra Leone
Freetown has high temperatures year round ranging between 27°C and 29°C.The best time to visit is during the drier months: January, February, March, April and December.
Other facts from our historical weather data:
Rainy season in Freetown occurs in the months of May, June, July, August, September and October.
Yes, the months of January, February and March are very dry.
December has an average maximum temperature of 29°C and is the hottest month of the year.
The coolest month is August with an average maximum temperature of 27°C.
August tops the wettest month list with 754 mm of rainfall.
February is the driest month with 8 mm of precipitation.
March is the sunniest month with an average of 233 hours of sunshine.
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