Capital city in Western Area, Sierra Leone
Freetown weather by month and the best time to visit
When to go to Freetown
Nov–Apr is dry and best for beaches; harmattan dust in Dec–Feb. May–Oct brings very heavy rain, flooding and mudslides.
Freetown weather by month
Average daily high, rainfall and conditions.
- Jan29°1 mm
- Feb30°2 mm
- Mar31°2 mm
- Apr31°25 mm
- May30°135 mm
- Jun28°399 mm
- Jul27°644 mm
- Aug27°699 mm
- Sep27°400 mm
- Oct28°187 mm
- Nov28°71 mm
- Dec29°4 mm
Monthly averages
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Humidity | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 29°C85°F | 22°C72°F | 1 mm | 76% | Pleasant |
| February | 30°C86°F | 23°C73°F | 2 mm | 78% | Pleasant |
| March | 31°C88°F | 24°C75°F | 2 mm | 76% | Pleasant |
| April | 31°C88°F | 25°C76°F | 25 mm | 76% | Hot & humid |
| May | 30°C86°F | 25°C77°F | 135 mm | 81% | Pleasant |
| June | 28°C83°F | 24°C76°F | 399 mm | 87% | Very wet |
| July | 27°C81°F | 24°C75°F | 644 mm | 89% | Very wet |
| August | 27°C80°F | 24°C74°F | 699 mm | 90% | Very wet |
| September | 27°C81°F | 24°C75°F | 400 mm | 90% | Very wet |
| October | 28°C82°F | 24°C76°F | 187 mm | 89% | Rainy |
| November | 28°C83°F | 24°C76°F | 71 mm | 85% | Pleasant |
| December | 29°C84°F | 23°C73°F | 4 mm | 78% | Pleasant |
Quick answers
What is the best month to visit Freetown?
Dec–Mar. Nov–Apr is dry and best for beaches; harmattan dust in Dec–Feb. May–Oct brings very heavy rain, flooding and mudslides.
When is the rainy season in Freetown?
Rain peaks in August with about 699 mm. Months with 150 mm or more: Jun–Oct.
What is the hottest month in Freetown?
April, with average highs of 31°C (88°F).
How cold does Freetown get?
The coolest nights are in January, averaging 22°C (72°F).
More about Freetown
Going to Freetown solo?
SoloSquare is where travelers, nomads and locals in Freetown meet up for small plans: coffee, dinners, walks and day trips. Join one, or start your own in a minute.
Sources
Climate averages are modelled from NASA POWER (MERRA-2) for 2001–2020 at about 50 km resolution, so coasts and valleys can differ a little. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.