Climate Insights for Loma

, Northern Province, Sierra Leone

Hottest
March
37°C peak
Coldest
January
21°C low
Wettest
August
473mm rain
Best to Visit
Varies throughout year

Climate Overview

The climate in Loma is hot. The average annual temperature is 27°C and approximately 2034mm of precipitation falls per year. August is the wettest month, receiving around 473mm 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: 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: 24° Min: 22° Sep Max: 30° 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 Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Precipitation: 1mm Feb Precipitation: 1mm Mar Precipitation: 8mm Apr Precipitation: 49mm May Precipitation: 129mm Jun Precipitation: 232mm Jul Precipitation: 433mm Aug Precipitation: 473mm Sep Precipitation: 391mm Oct Precipitation: 240mm Nov Precipitation: 72mm Dec Precipitation: 5mm
Precipitation

Loma is a very wet location, receiving approximately 2034mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 169mm per month. The wettest month is August, averaging 473mm of rainfall. July and September also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is January, with just 1mm. That's 472mm 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 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

Loma 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

92 days until Autumn

It is currently summer in Loma, which began on June 21, 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. Autumn is next, beginning on September 23, 2026 — 92 days from now.

Spring

Temperatures range from 24 to 37°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 187mm for the season, averaging 62mm 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 22 to 30°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 1138mm across the season with a monthly average of 379mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 2km/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 1km/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 8mm 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 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
2 km/h
1 mm
0 cm
Feb
22 °C
37 °C
2 km/h
1 mm
0 cm
Mar
24 °C
37 °C
2 km/h
8 mm
0 cm
Apr
25 °C
36 °C
2 km/h
49 mm
0 cm
May
24 °C
33 °C
2 km/h
129 mm
0 cm
Jun Current
23 °C
30 °C
2 km/h
232 mm
0 cm
Jul
23 °C
28 °C
2 km/h
433 mm
0 cm
Aug
22 °C
28 °C
2 km/h
473 mm
0 cm
Sep
23 °C
30 °C
1 km/h
391 mm
0 cm
Oct
23 °C
31 °C
1 km/h
240 mm
0 cm
Nov
22 °C
32 °C
1 km/h
72 mm
0 cm
Dec
21 °C
34 °C
1 km/h
5 mm
0 cm
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