Climate Insights for Barma

, Eastern Province, Sierra Leone

Hottest
February
35°C peak
Coldest
December
21°C low
Wettest
August
538mm rain
Best to Visit
Varies throughout year

Climate Overview

The climate in Barma is hot. The average annual temperature is 26°C and approximately 2772mm of precipitation falls per year. August is the wettest month, receiving around 538mm of rainfall. Barma 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: 27° Min: 21° Feb Max: 35° Average: 28° Min: 22° Mar Max: 35° Average: 28° Min: 23° Apr Max: 33° Average: 27° Min: 23° May Max: 30° Average: 26° Min: 23° Jun Max: 29° Average: 25° Min: 22° Jul Max: 27° Average: 24° Min: 22° Aug Max: 27° Average: 24° Min: 22° Sep Max: 28° Average: 24° Min: 22° Oct Max: 29° Average: 25° Min: 22° Nov Max: 30° Average: 25° Min: 22° Dec Max: 31° Average: 25° Min: 21°
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Average
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Barma sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 21°C to 35°C. February is the hottest month, with daytime highs reaching 35°C and an average of 28°C. December is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 21°C and an average of 25°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 8°C between highs and lows.

Precipitation

0mm 50mm 100mm 150mm 200mm 250mm 300mm 350mm 400mm 450mm 500mm 550mm Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Precipitation: 5mm Feb Precipitation: 20mm Mar Precipitation: 51mm Apr Precipitation: 115mm May Precipitation: 245mm Jun Precipitation: 363mm Jul Precipitation: 463mm Aug Precipitation: 538mm Sep Precipitation: 538mm Oct Precipitation: 290mm Nov Precipitation: 125mm Dec Precipitation: 19mm
Precipitation

Barma is a very wet location, receiving approximately 2772mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 231mm per month. The wettest month is August, averaging 538mm of rainfall. September and July also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is January, with just 5mm. That's 533mm 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: 13km/h Apr Wind Speed: 11km/h May Wind Speed: 10km/h Jun Wind Speed: 10km/h Jul Wind Speed: 10km/h Aug Wind Speed: 11km/h Sep Wind Speed: 10km/h Oct Wind Speed: 8km/h Nov Wind Speed: 7km/h Dec Wind Speed: 9km/h
Wind Speed

Barma is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 10km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is February, averaging 13km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in November, with average winds dropping to 7km/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 Barma, which began on March 20, 2026. Barma sits near the equator, so the traditional four-season cycle is less pronounced — temperatures remain relatively stable year-round. The warmest period peaks in February at around 35°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in December near 21°C. Summer is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 89 days from now.

Spring

Temperatures range from 23 to 35°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 410mm across the season with a monthly average of 137mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 11km/h. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is advisable as spring showers are frequent.

Summer

Temperatures range from 22 to 29°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 1365mm across the season with a monthly average of 455mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 10km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal — perfect conditions for outdoor activities.

Autumn

Temperatures range from 22 to 30°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 954mm across the season with a monthly average of 318mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 8km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.

Winter

Temperatures range from 21 to 35°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 44mm 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.

Monthly Climate Data

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Barma 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
21 °C
34 °C
11 km/h
5 mm
0 cm
Feb
22 °C
35 °C
13 km/h
20 mm
0 cm
Mar Current
23 °C
35 °C
13 km/h
51 mm
0 cm
Apr
23 °C
33 °C
11 km/h
115 mm
0 cm
May
23 °C
30 °C
10 km/h
245 mm
0 cm
Jun
22 °C
29 °C
10 km/h
363 mm
0 cm
Jul
22 °C
27 °C
10 km/h
463 mm
0 cm
Aug
22 °C
27 °C
11 km/h
538 mm
0 cm
Sep
22 °C
28 °C
10 km/h
538 mm
0 cm
Oct
22 °C
29 °C
8 km/h
290 mm
0 cm
Nov
22 °C
30 °C
7 km/h
125 mm
0 cm
Dec
21 °C
31 °C
9 km/h
19 mm
0 cm
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