Climate guide for Kenema, Sierra Leone

Kenema in July

Weather, crowds & best time to visit

How to read the score (0–10)
05810
UnfavorableGoodOptimal

July · Sierra Leone

Best time to visit Kenema in July Weather, crowds & prices

Weather in Kenema in July

Average temperature 24°C, 445 mm of rain, about 17 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 92% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).

July score

3.9/10

Ranked #8 of 12 months

Full year for Kenema
Avg temp
24°C
Rainfall
445 mm
Humidity
92%
Days with 6h+ sun
17
Crowd Density
Moderate Crowds
Average Expenses
$ · Budget Friendly ($)

July in Kenema scores 3.9/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - ranked #8 of 12. Expect around 24°C, 445 mm of rain, and roughly 17 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.

Kenema is Sierra Leone's eastern gateway to rainforest and community tourism, with markets, regional commerce, and routes toward Tiwai Island.

July in Kenema — the hardest end of the year

July averages 24°C (74°F) — pleasant for mornings and evenings on foot in the city, with a midday break when the sun is strongest.

445 mm of rain puts this in monsoon territory — about 17 days with 6+ hours of sunshine across the whole month, and multi-day washouts are normal.

It scores 3.9/10 here, 8th of 12 months, against 8.5/10 in the destination's best month.

Pack light clothing, a hat and real sun protection, a proper rain shell rather than an umbrella.

Figure on low-season pricing, with crowds are moderate.

Flexible dates? December scores 4.6 points higher here — enough to change the trip.

View all 12 months

Ranked by pure climate comfort

Score scale: 0.0 → 10.0Quiet / UncrowdedModerate CrowdsPeak Tourist Rush

Frequently asked

What is the weather like in Kenema in July?
In July, Kenema averages 24°C, 445 mm of rain, and about 17 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 3.9/10.
Is July a good time to visit Kenema?
July earns a 3.9/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
How much does it rain in Kenema in July?
Expect about 445 mm of rain in July. Average humidity is 92% and there are about 17 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.

Curated in Kenema

Tickets & experiences

Things to do in Kenema

Kenema, Sierra Leone. Live activities and tours from GetYourGuide, matched to this destination.