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Freetown Weather in August
August in Freetown brings high temperatures around 27°C (81°F) during the day, dropping to 25°C (77°F) at night, with the most rainfall of the year.
Rainfall in Freetown in August
Freetown is in the rainy season in August, with rain on around 27 days and an average of 754 mm (30 in). With high rainfall totals spread across the month, individual showers can be very heavy. Waterproof gear is strongly recommended.
Temperature in Freetown in August
August in Freetown sees highs of 27°C (81°F) and lows of 25°C (77°F) overnight. This gives the month a fairly typical daily rhythm, with warmer afternoons and more comfortable nights. Nights are warm at 25°C (77°F). It's worth making sure your accommodation has decent ventilation or air conditioning.
Sunshine in Freetown in August
The month has fewer sunny days, with around 88 hours of sunshine.Our weather planner can help you find worldwide destinations with pleasant weather during this period. January, February, March, April and December typically offer the best weather for Freetown.
Freetown Temperature in August
Min Temperature
25°C (77°F)
Max Temperature
27°C (81°F)
Chance of Rain
90%
Precipitation
754 mm (30 in)
Rainy days
27 days
Humidity
81%
Sunshine
88 hours
Percentage Sunshine
Freetown Weather by Month
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Historical weather records for Freetown in August
Browse day-by-day weather records for Freetown spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
Freetown historical weather extremes in August
Our historical data for Freetown spans 2003 to 2026, revealing these weather extremes.
- On August 14, 2004, temperatures climbed to 32°C (90°F), marking the warmest August day on record.
- The lowest daytime temperature in August was 24°C (75°F), recorded on August 10, 2003.
- The lowest overnight temperature recorded in August was 21°C (70°F) (August 6, 2017).
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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).
What to Wear in Freetown in August
Warm but pleasant conditions in Freetown in August. Focus on lightweight, maybe with natural fabrics, cotton blend shirts, comfortable shorts, and breathable footwear. A light cover-up for sun protection is smart too. It's going to pour! Pack a good poncho and prepare for very wet conditions. With limited sunshine expected, sunglasses aren't a priority for packing.
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