Climate Insights for Loma

, Northern Province, Sierra Leone

Hottest
March
38°C peak
Coldest
December
21°C low
Wettest
August
470mm rain
Best to Visit
Varies throughout year

Climate Overview

The climate in Loma is hot. The average annual temperature is 28°C and approximately 1823mm of precipitation falls per year. August is the wettest month, receiving around 470mm of rainfall. Loma 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: 36° Average: 28° Min: 21° Feb Max: 37° Average: 30° Min: 23° Mar Max: 38° Average: 31° Min: 24° Apr Max: 37° Average: 30° Min: 25° May Max: 34° Average: 29° Min: 25° Jun Max: 31° Average: 27° Min: 24° Jul Max: 29° Average: 25° Min: 23° Aug Max: 29° Average: 25° Min: 23° Sep Max: 30° Average: 26° Min: 23° Oct Max: 31° Average: 27° Min: 23° Nov Max: 32° Average: 27° Min: 23° Dec Max: 34° Average: 27° Min: 21°
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Loma sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 21°C to 38°C. March is the hottest month, with daytime highs reaching 38°C and an average of 31°C. December is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 21°C and an average of 27°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 Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Precipitation: 0mm Feb Precipitation: 0mm Mar Precipitation: 4mm Apr Precipitation: 23mm May Precipitation: 109mm Jun Precipitation: 197mm Jul Precipitation: 387mm Aug Precipitation: 470mm Sep Precipitation: 363mm Oct Precipitation: 223mm Nov Precipitation: 44mm Dec Precipitation: 3mm
Precipitation

Loma is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1823mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 152mm per month. The wettest month is August, averaging 470mm of rainfall. July and September also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is January, with just 0mm. That's 470mm 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: 10km/h Feb Wind Speed: 12km/h Mar Wind Speed: 15km/h Apr Wind Speed: 15km/h May Wind Speed: 13km/h Jun Wind Speed: 11km/h Jul Wind Speed: 10km/h Aug Wind Speed: 11km/h Sep Wind Speed: 9km/h Oct Wind Speed: 9km/h Nov Wind Speed: 9km/h Dec Wind Speed: 9km/h
Wind Speed

Loma 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 15km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in October, with average winds dropping to 9km/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 Loma, which began on March 20, 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 38°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 24 to 38°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 135mm over the season and a monthly average of 45mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 14km/h. Light layers work well as temperatures warm through the season — a great time to be outdoors.

Summer

Temperatures range from 23 to 31°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 1054mm across the season with a monthly average of 351mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 11km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal — perfect conditions for outdoor activities.

Autumn

Temperatures range from 23 to 32°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 630mm across the season with a monthly average of 210mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 9km/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 4mm 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 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
36 °C
10 km/h
0 mm
0 cm
Feb
23 °C
37 °C
12 km/h
0 mm
0 cm
Mar Current
24 °C
38 °C
15 km/h
4 mm
0 cm
Apr
25 °C
37 °C
15 km/h
23 mm
0 cm
May
25 °C
34 °C
13 km/h
109 mm
0 cm
Jun
24 °C
31 °C
11 km/h
197 mm
0 cm
Jul
23 °C
29 °C
10 km/h
387 mm
0 cm
Aug
23 °C
29 °C
11 km/h
470 mm
0 cm
Sep
23 °C
30 °C
9 km/h
363 mm
0 cm
Oct
23 °C
31 °C
9 km/h
223 mm
0 cm
Nov
23 °C
32 °C
9 km/h
44 mm
0 cm
Dec
21 °C
34 °C
9 km/h
3 mm
0 cm
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