Climate Insights for Kamakwie

, Northern Province, Sierra Leone

Hottest
March
38°C peak
Coldest
January
22°C low
Wettest
July
562mm rain
Best to Visit
Varies throughout year

Climate Overview

The climate in Kamakwie is hot. The average annual temperature is 28°C and approximately 2165mm of precipitation falls per year. July is the wettest month, receiving around 562mm of rainfall. Kamakwie 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: 22° Feb Max: 38° Average: 29° Min: 23° Mar Max: 38° Average: 30° Min: 25° 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: 32° Average: 27° Min: 23° Nov Max: 32° Average: 27° Min: 23° Dec Max: 34° Average: 27° Min: 22°
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Average
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Kamakwie sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 22°C to 38°C. March is the hottest month, with daytime highs reaching 38°C and an average of 30°C. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 22°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 600mm Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Precipitation: 1mm Feb Precipitation: 1mm Mar Precipitation: 6mm Apr Precipitation: 37mm May Precipitation: 121mm Jun Precipitation: 240mm Jul Precipitation: 562mm Aug Precipitation: 503mm Sep Precipitation: 411mm Oct Precipitation: 209mm Nov Precipitation: 68mm Dec Precipitation: 5mm
Precipitation

Kamakwie is a very wet location, receiving approximately 2165mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 180mm per month. The wettest month is July, averaging 562mm of rainfall. August and September also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is January, with just 1mm. That's 561mm less than July, 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: 2km/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: 1km/h Oct Wind Speed: 1km/h Nov Wind Speed: 1km/h Dec Wind Speed: 1km/h
Wind Speed

Kamakwie 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 April, averaging 2km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in October, 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

91 days until Autumn

It is currently summer in Kamakwie, which began on June 21, 2026. Kamakwie 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 January near 22°C. Autumn is next, beginning on September 23, 2026 — 91 days from now.

Spring

Temperatures range from 25 to 38°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 165mm for the season, averaging 55mm per month. Winds are generally light, averaging 2km/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 1305mm across the season with a monthly average of 435mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 2km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal — perfect conditions for outdoor activities.

Autumn

Temperatures range from 23 to 32°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 687mm across the season with a monthly average of 229mm. 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 38°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 7mm for the entire season. Winds are generally light, averaging 2km/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 Kamakwie 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
36 °C
2 km/h
1 mm
0 cm
Feb
23 °C
38 °C
2 km/h
1 mm
0 cm
Mar
25 °C
38 °C
2 km/h
6 mm
0 cm
Apr
25 °C
37 °C
2 km/h
37 mm
0 cm
May
25 °C
34 °C
2 km/h
121 mm
0 cm
Jun Current
24 °C
31 °C
2 km/h
240 mm
0 cm
Jul
23 °C
29 °C
2 km/h
562 mm
0 cm
Aug
23 °C
29 °C
2 km/h
503 mm
0 cm
Sep
23 °C
30 °C
1 km/h
411 mm
0 cm
Oct
23 °C
32 °C
1 km/h
209 mm
0 cm
Nov
23 °C
32 °C
1 km/h
68 mm
0 cm
Dec
22 °C
34 °C
1 km/h
5 mm
0 cm
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