Freetown Weather in September
Sierra Leone · September climate averages and travel tips
Avg high28°C (82°F)
Avg low24°C (76°F)
Rainfall499 mm (19.6 in)
RatingPoor 2.4/10
Expect hot days in Freetown in September: the average high is 28°C (82°F) and the average low is 24°C (76°F). The month is very wet, with about 499 mm (19.6 in) of rain spread over 27 days, making it the third wettest month of the year. Humidity averages 91%, so it feels sticky and hotter than the thermometer suggests. You get roughly 12 hours of daylight and frequently cloudy skies.
Is September a good time to visit Freetown?
September is not the best time to visit Freetown (2.4/10) mainly because of the rain. The weather is much better in December and January.
September weather at a glance
| Average high | 28°C (82°F) |
|---|---|
| Average low | 24°C (76°F) |
| Daily mean | 26°C (78°F) |
| Rainfall | 499 mm (19.6 in) |
| Rainy days (1 mm+) | 27 |
| Humidity | 91% |
| Cloud cover | 85% |
| Daylight | 12 hours |
| Est. sunshine | 2 hours/day |
| Wind | 6.1 km/h |
| vs August | 1°C warmer than August, with 261 mm less rain. |
What to pack for Freetown in September
- light, breathable clothing
- sunscreen and a hat
- an umbrella or rain jacket
Freetown weather in other months
Jan30°C / 22°C0 mmExcellentFeb31°C / 24°C3 mmGoodMar32°C / 25°C4 mmGoodApr32°C / 25°C27 mmGoodMay31°C / 26°C216 mmPoorJun29°C / 25°C452 mmPoorJul27°C / 24°C805 mmPoorAug27°C / 24°C760 mmPoorSep28°C / 24°C499 mmPoorOct28°C / 25°C247 mmPoorNov29°C / 25°C78 mmGoodDec29°C / 23°C5 mmExcellent
← AugustBest time to visit FreetownOctober →
Better weather in September nearby
- Arusha28°C · 30 mm · Excellent
- Essaouira24°C · 10 mm · Excellent
- Johannesburg26°C · 16 mm · Excellent
- Soweto27°C · 15 mm · Excellent
- Gqeberha20°C · 26 mm · Excellent
- Asmara24°C · 38 mm · Excellent
Nearby in September
- Conakry27°C · 519 mm
- Camayenne27°C · 519 mm
- Monrovia28°C · 312 mm
- Bissau29°C · 416 mm
- Banjul29°C · 247 mm
- Bamako30°C · 205 mm
Where else is good in September? See where to go in September.