November weather forecast
Sierra Leone

November in Sierra Leone heralds a significant transition towards the drier months. Rainfall levels continue to drop from the figures observed in October, with average precipitation typically ranging between 50mm (1.97") to 80mm (3.15"). Rain showers become considerably less frequent, although sporadic, light showers may still occur.

Consistent with the preceding months, temperatures remain warm across the country in November, generally ranging from 24°C (75.2°F) to 31°C (87.8°F). The coastal regions, including the capital city of Freetown, experience these temperatures alongside a steady decline in humidity levels. The central and eastern regions continue to display similar temperature trends, with daytime warmth followed by slightly cooler evenings due to their higher altitudes.

Compared to October, November sees a substantial decrease in rainfall, marking a clearer transition towards the drier months. This shift towards a drier climate becomes even more apparent in the following month of December, which is typically one of the driest months of the year in Sierra Leone.

With the receding rains, November provides increasingly favourable conditions for travel and outdoor activities. The landscapes, still fresh from the rainy season, retain much of their lushness, providing an appealing backdrop for exploration. The declining rainfall and humidity levels make November an attractive time for visiting Sierra Leone, as it offers a balance of pleasant weather conditions and vibrant, verdant scenery. However, travellers should still be prepared for the occasional light showers that may occur.

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• Freetown - November »
  The months with the warmest seawater are November and December, with an average sea temperature of 28.8°C (83.8°F). On the last day of November, in Freetown, Sierra Leone, sunrise is at 06:51 and sunset at 18:31 GMT.
• Koidu - November »
  In Koidu, during November, the rain falls for 20.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 83mm (3.27") of precipitation. On the first day of November in Koidu, sunrise is at 06:33 and sunset at 18:21.
• Makeni - November »
  On the first day of November in Makeni sunrise is at 06:37 and sunset at 18:25. In November, the average heat index, which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is calculated to be 45°C (113°F).
• Waterloo - November »
  On the first day of November in Waterloo sunrise is at 06:41 and sunset at 18:30. In Waterloo in November, it is raining for 20.3 days, with typically 59mm (2.32") of accumulated precipitation.
• Kabala - November »
  In Kabala in November, it is raining for 16.9 days, with typically 51mm (2.01") of accumulated precipitation. In November, the average relative humidity in Kabala, Sierra Leone, is 80%.
• Kambia - November »
  In Kambia, Sierra Leone, during November, the rain falls for 20.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 59mm (2.32") of precipitation. In November, in Kambia, Sierra Leone, the rain falls for 20.3 days.
• Magburaka - November »
  In Magburaka, Sierra Leone, during November, the rain falls for 20.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 64mm (2.52") of precipitation. In Magburaka, Sierra Leone, in November, it is raining for 20.5 days, with typically 64mm (2.52") of accumulated precipitation.
• Moyamba - November »
  In Moyamba, Sierra Leone, in November, during 24.9 rainfall days, 85mm (3.35") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Moyamba records an average high-temperature of a still tropical 31.5°C (88.7°F) in November, closely mirroring the climate of the previous month.
• Kailahun - November »
  The transition from October to November in Kailahun sees an average high-temperature of a hot 30.4°C (86.7°F), indicating a minor variance from the prior month. In November, the average relative humidity in Kailahun is 83%.
• Bonthe - November »
  May, November and December, with an average sea temperature of 28.8°C (83.8°F), are months with the warmest seawater in Bonthe. The high-temperature in Bonthe, Sierra Leone, during November is 31.2°C (88.2°F) and the low-temperature is 23.4°C (74.1°F).