January Rainfall and Precipitation in Sierra Leone

Monthly rainfall totals, rainy days and the driest cities across Sierra Leone in January.

Sierra Leone experiences precipitation in January ranging from low in Freetown (12 mm (0.5 in)) to low in Banana Island (17 mm (0.7 in)).

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
Monthly precipitation 0 mm (0 in) dry → 150 mm (5.9 in) wet

Marker color shows total monthly precipitation in January: pale blue is dry, deep blue is wet.

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Sierra Leone precipitation in January: frequently asked questions

How much rainfall does Sierra Leone receive in January?

Freetown sees moderate rainfall in January, averaging around 12 mm (0.5 in). Most days stay dry, with the occasional shower.

How many days does it rain in Sierra Leone in January?

On average, Freetown has about 0 days days of rain in January.

Is January part of the rainy season in Sierra Leone?

January is generally a drier month for Sierra Leone, falling outside the main rainy season.

What is the wettest city in January in Sierra Leone?

Looking at our data, Banana Island tops the wettest-cities list in Sierra Leone for January, with monthly rainfall averaging 17 mm (0.7 in).

What is the driest city in January in Sierra Leone?

In our records, Freetown stands out as the driest city in Sierra Leone for January, averaging just 12 mm (0.5 in).

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