November · Sierra Leone
Best time to visit Freetown in November Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Freetown in November
Average temperature 27°C, 156 mm of rain, about 28 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 84% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
November score
4.1/10
Ranked #6 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 27°C
- Rainfall
- 156 mm
- Humidity
- 84%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 28
- Crowd Density
- Quiet / Uncrowded
- Average Expenses
- $ · Budget Friendly ($)
November in Freetown scores 4.1/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - an above-average month (#6 of 12). Expect around 27°C, 156 mm of rain, and roughly 28 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Freetown is Sierra Leone's hilly Atlantic capital, combining crowded markets, historic sites, beaches, music, and a forested peninsula backdrop.
November in Freetown: expect compromises
Days in November average 27°C (80°F) and humidity near 84% — front-load outdoor plans before the heat builds and treat the middle of the day as indoor time.
156 mm of rain makes this a wet month here, though with about 28 days with 6+ hours of sunshine there is still bright weather between the fronts.
That is 4.1/10 on the same scale — 6th of 12 months, versus 8/10 for the best month here.
Pack the lightest breathable clothing you own, a hat, and more water than feels necessary, a proper rain shell rather than an umbrella.
Budget for low-season pricing, and crowds are light for this destination. That combination — decent conditions at the lowest rates of the year — is the best value window on this page.
If your dates are flexible, March is materially better in Freetown — 3.9 points higher on the same scale.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Freetown in November?
- In November, Freetown averages 27°C, 156 mm of rain, and about 28 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 4.1/10.
- Is November a good time to visit Freetown?
- November earns a 4.1/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Freetown in November?
- Expect about 156 mm of rain in November. Average humidity is 84% and there are about 28 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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