Best Time to Visit Freetown
Best time: Jan, Feb, Mar, Dec.
Apr is warmest (32.1°C high); Aug is rainiest (804 mm).
Freetown weather by month
| Month | High °C | Low °C | Rain mm | Sun hrs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 30.7 | 22.1 | 4 | 8.5 |
| Feb | 31.2 | 22.5 | 5 | 9.2 |
| Mar | 31.8 | 23 | 14 | 9.6 |
| Apr | 32.1 | 23.6 | 49 | 9.3 |
| May | 31.2 | 23.2 | 184 | 8.2 |
| Jun | 30 | 22.3 | 348 | 7.3 |
| Jul | 28.7 | 22.2 | 732 | 6.2 |
| Aug | 28.1 | 22.3 | 804 | 6.1 |
| Sep | 29.1 | 22.3 | 518 | 6.9 |
| Oct | 30 | 22.4 | 294 | 7.8 |
| Nov | 30.3 | 22.7 | 106 | 7.8 |
| Dec | 30.1 | 22.5 | 19 | 7.9 |
Average high temperature
Best months by activity
Overall: JanFebMarDec
Beaches: FebJanMarDec
Hiking: JanFebMarDec
Sightseeing: JanFebMarDec
Freetown quick facts
What to pack
Wet months (May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov): raincoat and umbrella.
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Freetown?
Jan, Feb, Mar, Dec.
What is the rainiest month?
Aug, about 804 mm.
What is the warmest month?
Apr, with average highs of 32.1°C.
Where to stay
See Freetown hotels · Book Freetown tours & activities
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Climate data: Open-Meteo Historical (ERA5), 1991–2020 climate normals.
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