Climate Insights for Pendembu

, Eastern Province, Sierra Leone

Hottest
February
35°C peak
Coldest
December
21°C low
Wettest
September
455mm rain
Best to Visit
Varies throughout year

Climate Overview

The climate in Pendembu is hot. The average annual temperature is 26°C and approximately 2011mm of precipitation falls per year. September is the wettest month, receiving around 455mm of rainfall. Pendembu 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: 22° Feb Max: 35° Average: 28° Min: 23° Mar Max: 35° Average: 29° Min: 24° Apr Max: 33° Average: 28° Min: 24° May Max: 31° Average: 27° Min: 24° Jun Max: 29° Average: 25° Min: 23° Jul Max: 28° Average: 24° Min: 22° Aug Max: 28° Average: 24° Min: 22° Sep Max: 29° Average: 25° Min: 23° Oct Max: 30° Average: 25° Min: 23° Nov Max: 30° Average: 26° Min: 22° Dec Max: 32° Average: 26° Min: 21°
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Average
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Pendembu 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 26°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 Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Precipitation: 5mm Feb Precipitation: 15mm Mar Precipitation: 50mm Apr Precipitation: 80mm May Precipitation: 162mm Jun Precipitation: 231mm Jul Precipitation: 318mm Aug Precipitation: 376mm Sep Precipitation: 455mm Oct Precipitation: 218mm Nov Precipitation: 91mm Dec Precipitation: 10mm
Precipitation

Pendembu is a very wet location, receiving approximately 2011mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 168mm per month. The wettest month is September, averaging 455mm of rainfall. August and July also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is January, with just 5mm. That's 451mm less than September, 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: 14km/h Mar Wind Speed: 14km/h Apr Wind Speed: 12km/h May Wind Speed: 11km/h Jun Wind Speed: 11km/h Jul Wind Speed: 11km/h Aug Wind Speed: 12km/h Sep Wind Speed: 11km/h Oct Wind Speed: 9km/h Nov Wind Speed: 8km/h Dec Wind Speed: 9km/h
Wind Speed

Pendembu 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 November, 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 Pendembu, which began on March 20, 2026. Pendembu 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 24 to 35°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 292mm for the season, averaging 97mm per month. Winds are generally light, averaging 13km/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 925mm across the season with a monthly average of 308mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 11km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal — perfect conditions for outdoor activities.

Autumn

Temperatures range from 22 to 30°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 764mm across the season with a monthly average of 255mm. 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 35°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 30mm 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 Pendembu 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
22 °C
34 °C
11 km/h
5 mm
0 cm
Feb
23 °C
35 °C
14 km/h
15 mm
0 cm
Mar Current
24 °C
35 °C
14 km/h
50 mm
0 cm
Apr
24 °C
33 °C
12 km/h
80 mm
0 cm
May
24 °C
31 °C
11 km/h
162 mm
0 cm
Jun
23 °C
29 °C
11 km/h
231 mm
0 cm
Jul
22 °C
28 °C
11 km/h
318 mm
0 cm
Aug
22 °C
28 °C
12 km/h
376 mm
0 cm
Sep
23 °C
29 °C
11 km/h
455 mm
0 cm
Oct
23 °C
30 °C
9 km/h
218 mm
0 cm
Nov
22 °C
30 °C
8 km/h
91 mm
0 cm
Dec
21 °C
32 °C
9 km/h
10 mm
0 cm
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