Climate Insights for Loma

Northern Province, Sierra Leone

Hottest
March
37°C peak
Coldest
January
21°C low
Wettest
August
523mm rain
Best to Visit
Varies throughout year

Climate Overview

The climate in Loma is hot. The average annual temperature is 27°C and approximately 2000mm of precipitation falls per year. August is the wettest month, receiving around 523mm of rainfall. Loma sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.

Temperature

0° 10° 20° 30° 40° Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Max: 35° Average: 28° Min: 21° Feb Max: 37° Average: 29° Min: 22° Mar Max: 37° Average: 30° Min: 24° Apr Max: 36° Average: 30° Min: 25° May Max: 33° Average: 28° Min: 24° Jun Max: 30° Average: 26° Min: 23° Jul Max: 28° Average: 25° Min: 23° Aug Max: 28° Average: 25° Min: 22° Sep Max: 29° Average: 25° Min: 23° Oct Max: 31° Average: 26° Min: 23° Nov Max: 32° Average: 26° Min: 22° Dec Max: 34° Average: 27° Min: 21°
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Loma sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 21°C to 37°C. March is the hottest month, with daytime highs reaching 37°C and an average of 30°C. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 21°C and an average of 28°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 10°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between May and June, with a 2°C shift in average temperatures.

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: 1mm Feb Precipitation: 1mm Mar Precipitation: 6mm Apr Precipitation: 31mm May Precipitation: 115mm Jun Precipitation: 218mm Jul Precipitation: 401mm Aug Precipitation: 523mm Sep Precipitation: 393mm Oct Precipitation: 256mm Nov Precipitation: 52mm Dec Precipitation: 4mm
Precipitation

Loma is a very wet location, receiving approximately 2000mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 167mm per month. The wettest month is August, averaging 523mm of rainfall. July and September also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is January, with just 1mm. That's 523mm 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 Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Wind Speed: 6km/h Feb Wind Speed: 6km/h Mar Wind Speed: 7km/h Apr Wind Speed: 8km/h May Wind Speed: 7km/h Jun Wind Speed: 6km/h Jul Wind Speed: 7km/h Aug Wind Speed: 7km/h Sep Wind Speed: 5km/h Oct Wind Speed: 4km/h Nov Wind Speed: 4km/h Dec Wind Speed: 5km/h
Wind Speed

Loma is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 6km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is April, averaging 8km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in October, with average winds dropping to 4km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 4km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months.

Seasons

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

87 days until Winter

It is currently autumn in Loma, which began on September 23, 2026. Loma 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 37°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in January near 21°C. Winter is next, beginning on December 21, 2026 (87 days from now).

Spring

Temperatures range from 24 to 37°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 151mm over the season and a monthly average of 50mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 7km/h. Light layers work well as temperatures warm through the season. It is a great time to be outdoors.

Summer

Temperatures range from 22 to 30°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 1142mm across the season with a monthly average of 381mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 7km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal. Perfect conditions for outdoor activities.

Autumn

Temperatures range from 22 to 32°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 702mm across the season with a monthly average of 234mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 5km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.

Winter

Temperatures range from 21 to 37°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 5mm for the entire season. Winds are generally light, averaging 6km/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 Loma 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
35 °C
6 km/h
1 mm
0 cm
Feb
22 °C
37 °C
6 km/h
1 mm
0 cm
Mar
24 °C
37 °C
7 km/h
6 mm
0 cm
Apr
25 °C
36 °C
8 km/h
31 mm
0 cm
May
24 °C
33 °C
7 km/h
115 mm
0 cm
Jun
23 °C
30 °C
6 km/h
218 mm
0 cm
Jul
23 °C
28 °C
7 km/h
401 mm
0 cm
Aug
22 °C
28 °C
7 km/h
523 mm
0 cm
Sep Current
23 °C
29 °C
5 km/h
393 mm
0 cm
Oct
23 °C
31 °C
4 km/h
256 mm
0 cm
Nov
22 °C
32 °C
4 km/h
52 mm
0 cm
Dec
21 °C
34 °C
5 km/h
4 mm
0 cm
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