Kabala, Sierra Leone experiences average highs of 31°C (88°F) and lows of 22°C (72°F) throughout the year. Rainfall is frequent, averaging about 14 rainy days per month. Sunshine is abundant, averaging about 9 hours per day. Average highs have stayed broadly stable across the available records.
Kabala, Sierra Leone Weather & Climate 2026
Monthly climate averages for Kabala, Sierra Leone. Based on 10-year ERA5 reanalysis data.
Climate Overview
Drier season: Jan–Dec 
Wetter season: May–Oct At-a-Glance Climate Summary
Live Weather & Air Quality
Key figures
Climate Score
5.5/10
Best: January, December
UV Index
7
High
Temperature 31°C / 22°C
Feels Like 35°C / 25°C
Rainy Days 14
Rainfall 150 mm
Sunshine 9 h
Humidity 71%
Wind Speed 12 km/h
Dew Point 21°C
Hottest Month
36°C
March
Avg Low23°C
Rain3days
Coldest Month
20°C
January
Avg High35°C
Rain0days
Driest Month
0days
January
Avg High35°C
Avg Low20°C
Windiest Month
15 km/h
March (Gusts 33)
Worst Time to Visit
Consider avoiding April, May, October due to extreme heat, heavy rainfall, oppressive humidity.
Sun Position
Sunrise 06:28
Daylight 12.7h
Sunset 19:08
Live conditions—
Kabala on the map · live conditions
Kabala, Sierra Leone
- Continent
- Africa
- Country
- Sierra Leone
- City
- Kabala
- Population
- 17.9K
- Coordinates
- 9.59°, -11.55°
Seasonal Breakdown
Spring
Mar–May
Avg High 34°C
Avg Low 23°C
Rain 9 days/mo
Summer
Jun–Aug
Avg High 28°C
Avg Low 22°C
Rain 27 days/mo
Autumn
Sep–Nov
Avg High 29°C
Avg Low 22°C
Rain 20 days/mo
Winter
Dec–Feb
Avg High 34°C
Avg Low 21°C
Rain 1 days/mo
2/3 best months
Climate Charts
Based on historical averages (2016–2025)
Monthly Temperatures
HighLowShaded bands show the typical range across the available yearly records.
Line chart showing monthly temperatures. Jan: 35°C / 20°C . Feb: 36°C / 22°C . Mar: 36°C / 23°C . Apr: 35°C / 24°C . May: 32°C / 24°C . Jun: 29°C / 22°C . Jul: 27°C / 22°C . Aug: 27°C / 21°C . Sep: 28°C / 22°C . Oct: 29°C / 22°C . Nov: 30°C / 22°C . Dec: 33°C / 21°C .
Monthly Rainfall
Rainfall
Bar chart showing monthly rainfall. Jan: 1 mm. Feb: 3 mm. Mar: 14 mm. Apr: 44 mm. May: 116 mm. Jun: 191 mm. Jul: 316 mm. Aug: 428 mm. Sep: 355 mm. Oct: 261 mm. Nov: 67 mm. Dec: 4 mm.
Monthly Humidity
Humidity
Line chart showing monthly humidity. Jan: 45%. Feb: 45%. Mar: 52%. Apr: 63%. May: 77%. Jun: 84%. Jul: 89%. Aug: 90%. Sep: 89%. Oct: 86%. Nov: 79%. Dec: 58%.
Monthly Wind Speed
Wind SpeedGusts
Bar chart showing monthly wind speed. Jan: 12 km/h . Feb: 14 km/h . Mar: 15 km/h . Apr: 14 km/h . May: 13 km/h . Jun: 12 km/h . Jul: 13 km/h . Aug: 13 km/h . Sep: 11 km/h . Oct: 9 km/h . Nov: 10 km/h . Dec: 11 km/h .
Sunshine
Sunshine
Sunshine: Jan: 10h. Feb: 11h. Mar: 11h. Apr: 11h. May: 9h. Jun: 8h. Jul: 7h. Aug: 6h. Sep: 7h. Oct: 9h. Nov: 10h. Dec: 10h.
UV Index
UV Index
Bar chart showing monthly UV index. Jan: UV 7. Feb: UV 8. Mar: UV 8. Apr: UV 9. May: UV 8. Jun: UV 7. Jul: UV 7. Aug: UV 6. Sep: UV 7. Oct: UV 7. Nov: UV 7. Dec: UV 7.
Monthly Daylight Hours
Daylight12h reference
Monthly Dew Point & Comfort
Dew Point Dry Comfortable Humid Muggy Oppressive
Climate Trends
Average highs have stayed broadly stable across the available records. Average rainfall is trending wetter by about 14 mm.
2016 to 2025
Avg high Avg rainfall
Climate summary
| Last 12 months | All years | |
|---|---|---|
| Hottest month | Mar 2025 · 37°C | Mar · 36°C |
| Coldest month | Jan 2025 · 21°C | Jan · 20°C |
| Wettest month | Sep 2025 · 476 mm | Aug · 428 mm |
| Windiest month | Mar 2025 · 16 km/h | Mar · 15 km/h |
Month-by-Month Weather Table
January best
Excellent 
February
Good March
Fair April
Poor May
Poor June
Wet July
Wet August
Wet September
Wet October
Wet November
Fair December best
Excellent | Month | Temp | Feels Like | Rain | Sun | Humidity | UV | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January best | 35°C / 20°C | 34°C / 22°C | 0days (1 mm) Excellent | 10.1h Excellent | 45% Moderate | 7 High | Excellent | View Details |
| February | 36°C / 22°C | 36°C / 23°C | 1days (3 mm) Excellent | 10.6h Excellent | 45% Moderate | 7.9 Very High | Good | View Details |
| March | 36°C / 23°C | 38°C / 26°C | 3days (14 mm) Excellent | 10.8h Excellent | 52% Moderate | 8.4 Very High | Fair | View Details |
| April | 35°C / 24°C | 39°C / 27°C | 8days (44 mm) Wet | 10.8h Excellent | 63% Muggy | 8.6 Very High | Poor | View Details |
| May | 32°C / 24°C | 37°C / 27°C | 17days (116 mm) Wet | 9.3h Good | 77% Humid | 7.8 Very High | Poor | View Details |
| June | 29°C / 22°C | 34°C / 26°C | 23days (191 mm) Wet | 8.1h Good | 84% Humid | 7.3 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| July | 27°C / 22°C | 31°C / 25°C | 29days (316 mm) Wet | 6.6h Fair | 89% Very Muggy | 6.9 High | Wet | View Details |
| August | 27°C / 21°C | 31°C / 25°C | 29days (428 mm) Wet | 5.8h Fair | 90% Very Muggy | 6.4 High | Wet | View Details |
| September | 28°C / 22°C | 33°C / 25°C | 28days (355 mm) Wet | 7.3h Good | 89% Very Muggy | 6.9 High | Wet | View Details |
| October | 29°C / 22°C | 35°C / 26°C | 24days (261 mm) Wet | 9h Good | 86% Very Muggy | 7.3 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| November | 30°C / 22°C | 35°C / 26°C | 9days (67 mm) Wet | 9.8h Good | 79% Humid | 7 High | Fair | View Details |
| December best | 33°C / 21°C | 34°C / 23°C | 1days (4 mm) Excellent | 10.3h Excellent | 58% Moderate | 6.7 High | Excellent | View Details |
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Frequently Asked Questions
The best months to visit Kabala are January, December, when temperatures are comfortable and rainfall is at its lowest. This is based on 10-year climate averages for Kabala, scoring temperature, rainfall, humidity, and sunshine hours.
The hottest month in Kabala is March, with average daytime highs of 36°C (97°F). Plan outdoor activities for early morning or late afternoon if visiting during this period.
The coldest month in Kabala is January, with average overnight lows of 20°C (69°F). Pack warm layers and expect shorter daylight hours during this period.
The wettest month in Kabala is August, averaging 428mm of precipitation across 29 rainy days. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is essential.
The rainy season in Kabala runs through July, August, September, October, with the heaviest rainfall in July. Based on 10-year averages for Kabala.
Kabala receives approximately 108 sunshine hours per year. The sunniest month is March with around 11 hours. Based on climate data for Kabala.
The least favorable months to visit Kabala are April, May, October, primarily due to extreme heat, heavy rainfall, oppressive humidity. For the best conditions, consider January, December instead.
The annual average UV index in Kabala is 7, classified as high. SPF 30+ sunscreen, sunglasses, and seeking shade between 10:00–16:00 are strongly recommended.
Average humidity in Kabala is 71%, classified as moderate. Humidity levels are generally comfortable and should not affect outdoor activities for most people.
Average wind speeds in Kabala are 12 km/h (7 mph). The windiest month is March with peak winds reaching 15 km/h (9 mph) (gusts up to 33 km/h / 20 mph).
Kabala averages 4 clear-sky days per month with overall cloud cover around 67%. The clearest skies occur in January.
The annual average dew point in Kabala is 21°C (70°F), which feels muggy and uncomfortable. Expect heavy perspiration during warmer months — stay hydrated and take breaks in air-conditioned spaces.
Kabala has a Tropical Monsoon climate, classified as Am under the Köppen system. Tropical climates are warm year-round with high rainfall and temperatures rarely dropping below 18°C (64°F).
The 'feels like' temperature in Kabala ranges from 25°C (77°F) to 35°C (95°F) on average. Humidity and radiant heat mean it often feels warmer than the thermometer reads, especially in summer months.
June is not the best time to visit Kabala, with a climate score of 4.4/10. Consider visiting during January, December instead for better conditions.
For June in Kabala, pack Umbrella, Waterproof jacket, Waterproof shoes, Breathable clothing, Sunscreen (SPF 30+). With average highs of 29°C (85°F) and 23 rainy days, these essentials will keep you comfortable.
Data Source
Climate data derived from ERA5 reanalysis (ECMWF), averaged over 2016–2025. Sea surface temperature from marine reanalysis data. Climate scores and seasonal estimates are computed by WorldStats.
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