Climate Insights for Daru

, Eastern Province, Sierra Leone

Hottest
February
36°C peak
Coldest
January
22°C low
Wettest
September
441mm rain
Best to Visit
Varies throughout year

Climate Overview

The climate in Daru is hot. The average annual temperature is 26°C and approximately 2158mm of precipitation falls per year. September is the wettest month, receiving around 441mm of rainfall. Daru 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: 36° Average: 29° 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: 31° Average: 26° Min: 22°
Max
Average
Min

Daru sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 22°C to 36°C. February is the hottest month, with daytime highs reaching 36°C and an average of 29°C. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 22°C and an average of 27°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 Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Precipitation: 7mm Feb Precipitation: 13mm Mar Precipitation: 65mm Apr Precipitation: 99mm May Precipitation: 177mm Jun Precipitation: 266mm Jul Precipitation: 378mm Aug Precipitation: 368mm Sep Precipitation: 441mm Oct Precipitation: 220mm Nov Precipitation: 103mm Dec Precipitation: 20mm
Precipitation

Daru is a very wet location, receiving approximately 2158mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 180mm per month. The wettest month is September, averaging 441mm of rainfall. July and August also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is January, with just 7mm. That's 434mm 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 Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Wind Speed: 1km/h Feb Wind Speed: 2km/h Mar Wind Speed: 2km/h Apr Wind Speed: 2km/h May Wind Speed: 2km/h Jun Wind Speed: 2km/h Jul Wind Speed: 2km/h Aug Wind Speed: 2km/h Sep Wind Speed: 2km/h Oct Wind Speed: 1km/h Nov Wind Speed: 1km/h Dec Wind Speed: 1km/h
Wind Speed

Daru is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 2km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is August, averaging 2km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in November, with average winds dropping to 1km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 1km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months.

Seasons

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

93 days until Autumn

It is currently summer in Daru, which began on June 21, 2026. Daru 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 36°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in January near 22°C. Autumn is next, beginning on September 23, 2026 — 93 days from now.

Spring

Temperatures range from 24 to 35°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 341mm across the season with a monthly average of 114mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 2km/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 1012mm across the season with a monthly average of 337mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 2km/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 1km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.

Winter

Temperatures range from 22 to 36°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 41mm for the entire season. Winds are generally light, averaging 1km/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 Daru 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
1 km/h
7 mm
0 cm
Feb
23 °C
36 °C
2 km/h
13 mm
0 cm
Mar
24 °C
35 °C
2 km/h
65 mm
0 cm
Apr
24 °C
33 °C
2 km/h
99 mm
0 cm
May
24 °C
31 °C
2 km/h
177 mm
0 cm
Jun Current
23 °C
29 °C
2 km/h
266 mm
0 cm
Jul
22 °C
28 °C
2 km/h
378 mm
0 cm
Aug
22 °C
28 °C
2 km/h
368 mm
0 cm
Sep
23 °C
29 °C
2 km/h
441 mm
0 cm
Oct
23 °C
30 °C
1 km/h
220 mm
0 cm
Nov
22 °C
30 °C
1 km/h
103 mm
0 cm
Dec
22 °C
31 °C
1 km/h
20 mm
0 cm
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