Best time to visit Freetown

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When is the best time to visit Freetown?

The best time to visit Freetown is January based on the following average weather conditions.

Maximum daytime temperature = 72 - 86°F [remove]
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Max Day Temperature (°F)

  • 84°F maximum daytime temperature in January in Freetown84
    Jan
  • 86°F maximum daytime temperature in February in Freetown86
    Feb
  • 86°F maximum daytime temperature in March in Freetown86
    Mar
  • 86°F maximum daytime temperature in April in Freetown86
    Apr
  • 86°F maximum daytime temperature in May in Freetown86
    May
  • 84°F maximum daytime temperature in June in Freetown84
    Jun
  • 81°F maximum daytime temperature in July in Freetown81
    Jul
  • 81°F maximum daytime temperature in August in Freetown81
    Aug
  • 82°F maximum daytime temperature in September in Freetown82
    Sep
  • 84°F maximum daytime temperature in October in Freetown84
    Oct
  • 84°F maximum daytime temperature in November in Freetown84
    Nov
  • 84°F maximum daytime temperature in December in Freetown84
    Dec

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The weather guide for Sierra Leone (Freetown) shows long term weather averages processed from data supplied by CRU (University of East Anglia) & today's weather forecast provided by meteoblue. Find out more about our data sources.

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Which is the hottest month in Freetown?

The hottest time of year in Freetown is normally May. Expect maximum daytime temperatures to reach 86°F with high heat and humidity.

Which month has the most rain in Freetown?

In terms of rainfall, August is usually the wettest month in Freetown with 31.7 inches on average. There are normally 27 days in August with some rain.

When is it sunniest in Freetown?

The sunniest time of year in Freetown is normally February with bright sunshine on average for 65% of daylight hours; that's 8 hours of sunshine per day.

When is the sea warmest in Freetown?

The sea is usually at its warmest in Freetown in November when the water temperature reaches 82°F.

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