Freetown weather in December (Sierra Leone)

Is Freetown a good destination in December, weather-wise? Our page offers a comprehensive look at the weather you can expect this month.

Temperatures

You’ll find the weather in Freetown during December to be perfect, with high temperatures and moderate rainfall. In the daytime, temperatures tend to hover near 29°C, cooling down at night to around 27°C. Remember, these are typical temperatures, and there can be hotter days. Dress appropriately and stay hydrated to remain comfortable.

Precipitation

Freetown in December usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 33 mm for the month. Based on our climate data of the past 30 years, about 2 days of rain are anticipated.

Average sunshine

The month experiences a moderate amount of sunlight, with 163 hours hours. A nice balance between sunshine and clouds.

So this is a great month to visit if you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures. January, February, March, April and December typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, June, July, August and September tend to have less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Freetown climate page with graphs.

 

Freetown, monthly averages in December

Min Temperature 27°C  

Max Temperature 29°C  

Chance of Rain 8%  

Precipitation 33 mm  

Rainy days 2 days  

Humidity 69%  

Sunshine 163 hours  

Percentage Sunshine  

Where to go in Sierra Leone in December

Find out more about the weather in Sierra Leone and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

Weather conditions Weather

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

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

So, what should you wear in this month?

It's going to be warm! Consider airy clothing, t-shirts, and other summer clothes. Shorts for men made of cotton or linen are good options for staying cool.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming

7/10

Cycling

8/10

Walking

8/10

Camping

9/10

Outdoor sports

8/10

Interested in more climate information?

This site provides you with all the information you need about the climate in Freetown.

Our site offers climate and forecast data for every country in the world. Are you going to Sierra Leone? On this website you can find historical weather averages for many cities in Sierra Leone. Not sure yet where to go? We now have a tool which recommends destinations that suit your ideal travel conditions. Find out where to go with our weather planner.