Sierra Leone Weather in January

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Sierra Leone in January.

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Freetown Banana Island

Considering a trip to Sierra Leone this January and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:

What to Expect in Sierra Leone in January

January in Sierra Leone generally has warm temperatures, with low precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 29°C (84°F) and nighttime temperatures around 26°C (79°F) in Freetown.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Sierra Leone, check out the map below.

Precipitation

In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From low rainfall in Freetown with an average of 12 mm (0.5 in) to low rainfall in Banana Island with 17 mm (0.7 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine is generally plentiful throughout many areas. Freetown enjoys about 225 hours of sunlight, ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

Explore Sierra Leone by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Sierra Leone — and find the best time to visit. (based on Freetown)

January29°C (84°F) February28°C (82°F) March28°C (82°F) April29°C (84°F) May29°C (84°F) June28°C (82°F) This monthJuly28°C (82°F) August27°C (81°F) September28°C (82°F) October28°C (82°F) November29°C (84°F) December29°C (84°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Sierra Leone in January

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Sierra Leone.

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in Sierra Leone

What is the weather like in January for some of the most popular destinations in Sierra Leone?

Temperature range in Sierra Leone (January)

Precipitation variation in Sierra Leone (January)

Freetown

In January Freetown generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C (79°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
27°C (81°F)
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly sun hours
163 hours
225 hours
214 hours
Monthly rainfall
33 mm (1.3 in)
12 mm (0.5 in)
8.3 mm (0.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
2 days
0 days
0 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Freetown →

Banana Island

In January Banana Island generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C (79°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly sun hours
163 hours
225 hours
214 hours
Monthly rainfall
43 mm (1.7 in)
17 mm (0.7 in)
12 mm (0.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
3 days
a single day
a single day
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Banana Island →

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In our records: Sierra Leone January extremes

Notable January records observed across cities in Sierra Leone in our climate database (2003 – 2026). Historic readings can vary in quality, so treat these as illustrative.

  • Based on our data, the coldest January night in Sierra Leone dropped to 17°C (63°F) in Freetown on January 22, 2009.

Popular cities in January

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Sierra Leone in January.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Freetown 29°C (84°F) 26°C (79°F) 12 mm (0.5 in)
Banana Island 29°C (84°F) 26°C (79°F) 17 mm (0.7 in)

Sierra Leone weather in January: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Sierra Leone in January?

In January, Sierra Leone generally has perfect weather conditions. Freetown sees daytime temperatures near 29°C (84°F), with nights cooling to roughly 26°C (79°F).

What is the average temperature in Sierra Leone in January?

Daytime temperatures in Freetown peak at roughly 29°C (84°F) in January, dropping to about 26°C (79°F) overnight.

Does Sierra Leone get a lot of rain in January?

January is on the drier side in Sierra Leone. Freetown averages only about 12 mm (0.5 in), with most days staying dry.

Is January a Good Time to Visit Sierra Leone?

We consider January to be one of the best times to travel to Sierra Leone. Typically, the climate in Freetown is perfect. It's worth noting that weather conditions might differ depending on the location you visit.

Generally speaking, January, February, March, April and December provide perfect weather in Freetown. On the other hand, the months of June, July, August and September tend to have poor weather conditions.

Interested in more climate information?

We have much more information about the climate in Sierra Leone.

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