Climate Insights for Alikalia

, Northern Province, Sierra Leone

Hottest
March
35°C peak
Coldest
January
20°C low
Wettest
August
446mm rain
Best to Visit
November
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Alikalia is hot. The average annual temperature is 26°C and approximately 2149mm of precipitation falls per year. August is the wettest month, receiving around 446mm of rainfall. Alikalia sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.

Temperature

10° 20° 30° 40° Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Max: 34° Average: 26° Min: 20° Feb Max: 35° Average: 28° Min: 21° Mar Max: 35° Average: 28° Min: 23° Apr Max: 34° Average: 28° Min: 23° May Max: 31° Average: 26° Min: 23° Jun Max: 29° Average: 24° Min: 22° Jul Max: 27° Average: 23° Min: 21° Aug Max: 27° Average: 23° Min: 21° Sep Max: 28° Average: 24° Min: 21° Oct Max: 29° Average: 25° Min: 22° Nov Max: 30° Average: 25° Min: 21° Dec Max: 32° Average: 25° Min: 20°
Max
Average
Min

Alikalia sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 20°C to 35°C. March is the hottest month, with daytime highs reaching 35°C and an average of 28°C. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 20°C and an average of 26°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 9°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs.

Precipitation

0mm 50mm 100mm 150mm 200mm 250mm 300mm 350mm 400mm 450mm Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Precipitation: 2mm Feb Precipitation: 6mm Mar Precipitation: 32mm Apr Precipitation: 66mm May Precipitation: 165mm Jun Precipitation: 232mm Jul Precipitation: 359mm Aug Precipitation: 446mm Sep Precipitation: 415mm Oct Precipitation: 324mm Nov Precipitation: 98mm Dec Precipitation: 5mm
Precipitation

Alikalia is a very wet location, receiving approximately 2149mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 179mm per month. The wettest month is August, averaging 446mm of rainfall. September and July also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is January, with just 2mm. That's 445mm less than August, the wettest month. Rainfall is heavily concentrated in certain months, creating a distinct wet and dry season. Visitors should plan around these patterns, as the difference between peak and low months is dramatic.

Wind

0km/h 5km/h 10km/h 15km/h Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Wind Speed: 11km/h Feb Wind Speed: 13km/h Mar Wind Speed: 14km/h Apr Wind Speed: 13km/h May Wind Speed: 11km/h Jun Wind Speed: 11km/h Jul Wind Speed: 11km/h Aug Wind Speed: 12km/h Sep Wind Speed: 10km/h Oct Wind Speed: 8km/h Nov Wind Speed: 8km/h Dec Wind Speed: 10km/h
Wind Speed

Alikalia is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 11km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is March, averaging 14km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in October, with average winds dropping to 8km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 6km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months.

Seasons

Winter
Dec 21
Spring
Mar 20
Summer
Jun 21
Autumn
Sep 23

89 days until Summer

It is currently spring in Alikalia, which began on March 20, 2026. Alikalia sits near the equator, so the traditional four-season cycle is less pronounced — temperatures remain relatively stable year-round. The warmest period peaks in March at around 35°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in January near 20°C. Summer is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 89 days from now.

Spring

Temperatures range from 23 to 35°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 263mm for the season, averaging 88mm per month. Winds are generally light, averaging 12km/h. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is advisable as spring showers are frequent.

Summer

Temperatures range from 21 to 29°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 1037mm across the season with a monthly average of 346mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 11km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal — perfect conditions for outdoor activities.

Autumn

Temperatures range from 21 to 30°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 837mm across the season with a monthly average of 279mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 9km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.

Winter

Temperatures range from 20 to 35°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 13mm for the entire season. Winds are generally light, averaging 11km/h. A light jacket or sweater is usually sufficient, though cooler evenings may call for an extra layer.

Best Time to Visit

Jan 26°
Feb 28°
Mar 28°
Apr 28°
May 26°
Jun 24°
Jul 23°
Aug 23°
Sep 24°
Oct 25°
Nov 25°
Dec 25°

The best time to visit Alikalia is during November, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 25°C with modest rainfall averaging 98mm per month. By contrast, March can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 35°C, while January is the coldest period with lows dropping to 20°C. Despite being the best months overall, some rain is still likely — pack a waterproof layer and plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities.

Monthly Climate Data

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Alikalia based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Celsius (°C). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in kilometres per hour (km/h). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.

Month
Min Temperature
Max Temperature
Wind Speed
Precipitation
Snow
Jan
20 °C
34 °C
11 km/h
2 mm
0 cm
Feb
21 °C
35 °C
13 km/h
6 mm
0 cm
Mar Current
23 °C
35 °C
14 km/h
32 mm
0 cm
Apr
23 °C
34 °C
13 km/h
66 mm
0 cm
May
23 °C
31 °C
11 km/h
165 mm
0 cm
Jun
22 °C
29 °C
11 km/h
232 mm
0 cm
Jul
21 °C
27 °C
11 km/h
359 mm
0 cm
Aug
21 °C
27 °C
12 km/h
446 mm
0 cm
Sep
21 °C
28 °C
10 km/h
415 mm
0 cm
Oct
22 °C
29 °C
8 km/h
324 mm
0 cm
Nov
21 °C
30 °C
8 km/h
98 mm
0 cm
Dec
20 °C
32 °C
10 km/h
5 mm
0 cm
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