Climate and monthly weather forecastKangama, Sierra Leone
Climate and monthly weather forecast
The climate of Kangama
Kangama belongs to the Tropical Monsoon climate classification according to Köppen system, denoted as Am. This involves a prevailing climate marked by both high temperature and humidity, combined with significant rainfall throughout the year. Geography-wise, the town is positioned within Sierra Leone, amidst the majestic mountains.Monthly average temperatures in Kangama maintain a relatively stable degree, peaking at 36.3°C (97.3°F) and dropping to a minimum of 19.7°C (67.5°F). From January to April, temperatures float above 34°C (93.2°F), after which they gradually decrease, reaching its annual minimum of 27°C (80.6°F) in August. The cooler months extend from August to November, with temperatures staying under 30°C (86°F). Heat starts picking again in December, signaling the start of another warm period.
Humidity levels accompany these temperature changes, heightening from 65% at the start of the year to reach a yearly peak of 93% in August. This relationship between humidity and temperature becomes more evident in the mid-year months, where despite the decrease in temperatures, the humidity levels rise.
Rainfall patterns reveal a striking distinction, with the start and end of the year being relatively dry and the middle months being particularly wet. February witnesses an increase in rainfall from 8mm (0.31") to 13mm (0.51") before a drastic surge takes place in March, with the downpour accruing to 61mm (2.4"). The rainy spell intensifies, peaking at 296mm (11.65") in August before diminishing towards December’s 10mm (0.39").
Wind behavior proves consistent, averaging between 3.4km/h (2.1mph) to 5.5km/h (3.4mph) annually. Gusts display their strongest push in August, reaching 8.3km/h (5.2mph). Visibility, on the other hand, reduces between May to October, the period of highest rainfall and humidity, due to increased cloud cover.
The Best Time to Visit Kangama
For those seeking to explore Kangama in optimal conditions, January and February emerge as ideal times. These months welcome visitors with a warmer climate, lower humidity levels, minimal rainfall, and extended periods of sunshine. The daily average sunshine duration for both months stand at 9.6 and 9.3 hours, respectively. This time of the year also offers the best visibility, extending up to 8km (5mi) on a clear day.The Worst Time to Visit Kangama
From June to September, Kangama experiences its toughest climatic conditions. The heat cools down to under 30°C (86°F), yet humidity becomes stifling, scaling above 90%. The rain pours relentlessly, causing disruptions and rendering outdoor activities challenging. Sunshine hours shrink drastically, dropping as low as 2.9 hours per day in August. These months are perhaps better avoided for anyone intending a pleasant trip.Spring Weather in Kangama
The springtime in Kangama, March to May, is characterized by a steep rise in rainfall, shooting up from 61mm (2.4") to 144mm (5.67"). As precipitation builds, temperatures begin to slightly drop, ranging from 36.2°C (97.2°F) to 32.7°C (90.9°F). Humidity also sees a sharp rise, soaring from 70% to 84%, leading to a damp and wet season.Summer Weather in Kangama
June extends the unforgiving rain with 171mm (6.73") of precipitation, marking the beginning of a wet summer. The temperature retreats to a cooler 28°C (82.4°F) in July. Humidity, conversely, shoots up to a peak of 93%, leading to a sweltering environment. The comparatively lower sunshine hours at 3.9 in July further intensify the sense of a rainy and humid season.Autumn Weather in Kangama
Autumn months, from September to November, start to relieve the monsoon influence. Rainfall steadily recedes, dropping from 260mm (10.24") to 104mm (4.09"). Simultaneously, the weather warms up, with average temperatures oscillating between 28.4°C (83.1°F) to 31.3°C (88.3°F). Despite the high humidity levels of around 90% in September, it reduces to 86% in November, bringing a sense of climate transition.Winter Weather in Kangama
Winter months, December by local standards, witness a shift in weather to warmer and drier conditions. The temperature climbs to 32.6°C (90.7°F) whilst the humidity drops down to a comfortable 70%. Rainfall settles at a low 10mm (0.39"), becoming the driest month of the year. Moreover, sunshine duration reaches up to 9.1 hours amidst a clear sky with 29% cloud cover, promising delightful weather conducive to outdoor exploration.Weather in January
Weather conditions in Kangama, Sierra Leone start on a moderate note in January. This first month of the year exhibits typical tropical weather, just a tad warmer than December's embrace. Noticeably, the amount of rainfall is minimal with only 8mm (0.31") of precipitation, indicating a dry spell. Weather in January »Weather in February
Subsequent to January, February's weather continues to remain on the drier side in Kangama, much like the preceding month. It is on the higher end of the temperature scale, but a notable feature is the modest rise in rainfall, up to 13mm (0.51"). Weather in February »Weather in March
As Kangama moves into March, an observable shift in weather is evident, marking the onset of a wetter season. The amount of rainfall tends to spike, reaching a significant 61mm (2.4"). Sunlight remains almost constant, but there's an accompanying increase in cloud percentage which limits the sunshine hours. Weather in March »Weather in April
April in Kangama witnesses further intensification of the rainy season. Rainfall soars to an impressive 88mm (3.46"), and the innate humidity of Kangama gets insuppressible. This significant increase in rainfall distinguishes April from the preceding months. Weather in April »Weather in May
May introduces Kangama to its peak monsoon season, marked by its highest recorded rainfall—144mm (5.67"), establishing May as the wettest month. The sky is majorly cloudy, which in turn affects the sunshine hours drastically. Temperature differences between the day and night become more pronounced, maintaining the nighttime coolness that Kangama experiences year-round. Weather in May »Weather in June
June in Kangama is governed by the monsoon's command with rainfall touching a substantial 171mm (6.73"). Contrary to the preceding months, temperature gets on the cooler side. The reduced sunshine hours paired with the persistent rainfall lead to a dip in the UV index. Weather in June »Weather in July
Weather in July tends to mirror that of June, making it another highlight of Kangama's monsoon season. July sees a marked decrease in the temperature along with a significant upshot in rainfall, this time reaching a robust 235mm (9.25"). Weather in July »Weather in August
As Kangama delves deeper into August, there's an observable intensification of the already strong monsoon, with the rainfall hitting a record high 296mm (11.65"). The persistent rains embarked in the past months continue unhindered; days grow increasingly cloudy, affecting the duration of sunshine. Weather in August »Weather in September
In September, Kangama starts to slowly exit the monsoon with a decrease in rainfall, now at 260mm (10.24"). The city sees a subtle drop in temperature, accompanied by a slight increase in sunshine hours. September continues to uphold the monsoonal traits with the persisting high levels of humidity and moderate wind speeds. Weather in September »Weather in October
The city of Kangama in October noticeably transitions from its monsoon cloak as rainfall drops to 200mm (7.87") and the cloud cover decreases. The temperature witnesses an uptick, drawing closer to the warmer months of the year. Weather in October »Weather in November
November sees a significant drop in rainfall to 104mm (4.09"), indicating Kangama's tangible move towards the dry season. Subsequently, the temperature tends to hover on the warmer side. Despite the reduced rainfall, the relative humidity stays on the higher side, maintaining the familiar moist, tropical vibe of the city. Weather in November »Weather in December
Finally, December brings in the lowest rainfall of the year, signaling the onset of the driest season in Kangama. But the city doesn't fully transition into the dry phase as cloud cover still dominates the sky, albeit less than the preceding months. Weather in December »Updated: Jan 26, 2024
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Frequently asked questions
The least humid month is January, with an average relative humidity of 65%.
January is the month with the least rainfall in Kangama, Sierra Leone. Rain falls for 5.8 days and accumulates 8mm (0.31") of precipitation.
Throughout the year, in Kangama, there are 270.4 rainfall days, and 1590mm (62.6") of precipitation is accumulated.
The month with the most sunshine in Kangama is January, with an average of 9.6h of sunshine.
The months with the highest UV index in Kangama, Sierra Leone, are January through April and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7.
February is the month that records the highest temperatures in Kangama, with averages ranging from a high of 36.3°C (97.3°F) to a low of 21.2°C (70.2°F).
With an average of 12h and 36min of daylight, June has the longest days of the year.
July and August, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the lowest UV index.
Kangama reaches its average lowest temperatures in August, measuring 27°C (80.6°F) at the peak and 21.3°C (70.3°F) at the lowest.
With an average relative humidity of 93%, August is the most humid month in Kangama.
August is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 30 days and accumulates 296mm (11.65") of precipitation.
The month with the least sunshine in Kangama is August, with an average of 2.9h of sunshine.
With an average of 11h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
Kangama, Sierra Leone, does not observe Daylight Saving Time (DST). GMT timezone is used throughout the entire year.
Average temperature
Kangama, Sierra Leone
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (36.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is August (27°C).
The month with the highest average low temperature is April (23.2°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.7°C).
Average pressure
Kangama, Sierra Leone
- Average pressure in January:
1011.5mbar - Average pressure in February:
1010.6mbar - Average pressure in March:
1010.6mbar - Average pressure in April:
1010.8mbar - Average pressure in May:
1012mbar - Average pressure in June:
1013.7mbar
- Average pressure in July:
1014.3mbar - Average pressure in August:
1013.9mbar - Average pressure in September:
1013.3mbar - Average pressure in October:
1012mbar - Average pressure in November:
1011.2mbar - Average pressure in December:
1011.5mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1014.3mbar).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are February and March (1010.6mbar).
Average wind speed
Kangama, Sierra Leone
- Average wind speed in January:
4.2km/h - Average wind speed in February:
4.9km/h - Average wind speed in March:
5.4km/h - Average wind speed in April:
5.4km/h - Average wind speed in May:
4.8km/h - Average wind speed in June:
4.9km/h
- Average wind speed in July:
5.3km/h - Average wind speed in August:
5.5km/h - Average wind speed in September:
4.7km/h - Average wind speed in October:
3.8km/h - Average wind speed in November:
3.4km/h - Average wind speed in December:
3.8km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is August (5.5km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is November (3.4km/h).
Average humidity
Kangama, Sierra Leone
The month with the highest relative humidity is August (93%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (65%).
Average rainfall
Kangama, Sierra Leone
- Average rainfall in July:
235mm - Average rainfall in August:
296mm - Average rainfall in September:
260mm - Average rainfall in October:
200mm - Average rainfall in November:
104mm - Average rainfall in December:
10mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (296mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (8mm).
Average rainfall days
Kangama, Sierra Leone
- Average rainfall days in January:
5.8 days - Average rainfall days in February:
8.7 days - Average rainfall days in March:
19.6 days - Average rainfall days in April:
24 days - Average rainfall days in May:
29.1 days - Average rainfall days in June:
28.8 days
- Average rainfall days in July:
29.8 days - Average rainfall days in August:
30 days - Average rainfall days in September:
29.7 days - Average rainfall days in October:
30.3 days - Average rainfall days in November:
25.9 days - Average rainfall days in December:
8.7 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (30.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.8 days).
Average daylight / Average sunshine
Kangama, Sierra Leone
- Average daylight in January:
11h and 42min - Average daylight in February:
11h and 54min - Average daylight in March:
12h and 6min - Average daylight in April:
12h and 18min - Average daylight in May:
12h and 30min - Average daylight in June:
12h and 36min
- Average daylight in July:
12h and 36min - Average daylight in August:
12h and 24min - Average daylight in September:
12h and 12min - Average daylight in October:
11h and 54min - Average daylight in November:
11h and 42min - Average daylight in December:
11h and 36min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 36min).
- Average sunshine in January:
9h and 36min - Average sunshine in February:
9h and 18min - Average sunshine in March:
8h and 48min - Average sunshine in April:
8h and 0min - Average sunshine in May:
6h and 42min - Average sunshine in June:
5h and 24min
- Average sunshine in July:
3h and 54min - Average sunshine in August:
2h and 54min - Average sunshine in September:
4h and 36min - Average sunshine in October:
6h and 18min - Average sunshine in November:
7h and 48min - Average sunshine in December:
9h and 6min
The month with the most sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 9h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 2h and 54min).
Average sunshine days
Kangama, Sierra Leone
- Average sunshine days in January:
22.1 days - Average sunshine days in February:
16.4 days - Average sunshine days in March:
9 days - Average sunshine days in April:
3.8 days - Average sunshine days in May:
1.6 days - Average sunshine days in June:
0.9 days
- Average sunshine days in July:
0.5 days - Average sunshine days in August:
0.4 days - Average sunshine days in September:
0.1 days - Average sunshine days in October:
0.5 days - Average sunshine days in November:
1.1 days - Average sunshine days in December:
19.4 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (22.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (0.1 days).
Average UV index
Kangama, Sierra Leone
The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April and December (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are July and August (UV index 5).
Average cloud cover
Kangama, Sierra Leone
The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 87).
The month with the least cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 25).
Average visibility
Kangama, Sierra Leone
The month with the highest visibility is March (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are June, July, August, September and October (6km).
