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Binkolo, Sierra Leone

Northern Province · Sierra Leone

Binkolo is a small city in Northern Province, Sierra Leone with a population of 13,867. Elevation: 390 ft (119 m). Average temperature: 80°F (27°C).

Data updated June 2026

13,867 Population 8/sq mi density
390 ft Elevation 119 meters
80°F Avg Temperature 27°C
117.1 in Annual Rain
Africa / Freetown Timezone

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About Binkolo

Binkolo is a rural town in Bombali District in the Northern Province of Sierra Leone. Binkolo is home to an estimated 13,867 residents. The majority of the population are from the Limba ethnic group. The town is the birthplace of Sierra Leone's second President, Joseph Saidu Momoh.

People

Population13,867
Density8/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp80°F (27°C)
Rain117.1 in/yr
Sunny Days179/yr
Elevation390 ft (119 m)
Population13,867
Population Density8 / sq mi
Elevation390 ft (119 m)
Coordinates8.9523°, -11.9803°
TimezoneAfrica/Freetown
Country🇸🇱 Sierra Leone
State / ProvinceNorthern Province
Average Temperature80°F (27°C)
January Average79°F (26°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)
Annual Precipitation117.1 inches (2,973 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Binkolo

Binkolo is a small city in Sierra Leone (Northern Province) with a population of 13,867. The city sits at an elevation of 390 feet (119 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 80°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 79°F in January to 78°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 117.1 inches. The timezone is Africa/Freetown.

Climate in Binkolo

Binkolo has an average annual temperature of 26.1°C (79°F). The hottest month is Apr (29.6°C), the coldest is Jan (24.2°C). Average annual precipitation is 2959 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 24.2°C / 76°F 14.5° / 33.8° 0.9
Feb 26.9°C / 80°F 17.3° / 37.3° 6.2
Mar 29.3°C / 85°F 20.9° / 39.8° 11.1
Apr 29.6°C / 85°F 22.8° / 40.1° 47.4
May 27.8°C / 82°F 22.8° / 37.2° 225.5
Jun 26.1°C / 79°F 21.8° / 32.8° 299.4
Jul 24.6°C / 76°F 21° / 30.5° 829.7
Aug 24.4°C / 76°F 20.5° / 29.5° 688.1
Sep 24.9°C / 77°F 20.8° / 30.5° 453.5
Oct 25.6°C / 78°F 20.6° / 31.1° 317.3
Nov 25.3°C / 78°F 18.2° / 31.5° 72.8
Dec 24.2°C / 76°F 15.4° / 31.8° 6.9
Binkolo has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winters average 79°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 179 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 117.1 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 390 feet.

Temperature

79°F Jan (26°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average80.1°F
48% above Sierra Leone avg
January Average79°F (26°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)
Sunny Days179 days/yr

Geography

Elevation390 ft (119 m)
Area1,675.2 sq mi (4,338.6 km²)
Population Density8/sq mi
Coordinates8.9523°N, 11.9803°W
TimezoneAfrica/Freetown

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 117.1"
208% above Sierra Leone avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Aug) 24.92"
Driest Month (Jan) 0.24"

Air Quality

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 79°F (26°C) 0.2 in Driest
February 81°F (27°C) 0.5 in
March 83°F (28°C) 1.6 in Warmest
April 83°F (28°C) 3.8 in
May 82°F (28°C) 8.8 in
June 80°F (27°C) 13.6 in
July 78°F (26°C) 19.3 in
August 77°F (25°C) 24.9 in Coldest, Wettest
September 79°F (26°C) 20.1 in
October 80°F (26°C) 16.1 in
November 80°F (27°C) 6.9 in
December 79°F (26°C) 1.1 in

Binkolo has a seasonal temperature swing of 6°F / from 77°F in August to 83°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 117.0 inches, with August being the wettest month (24.9") and January the driest (0.2").

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Libraries in Binkolo

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
City Library0.0
Regional Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Binkolo

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Makama Community Market
Panlap Market
Sesay Street Market
Sylvernus Market
Turn Table Magburaka/Agric Road

Stadiums & Teams in Binkolo

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Binkolo

1 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Kabala AirportKBASmall Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
Africa/Freetown
Elevation
119 m (390 ft)

🇸🇱 About Sierra Leone

Capital Freetown
Population 7,650,154
Area 71,740 km²
GDP (USD) $6,415,852,767
GDP per capita $758
HDI 0.477
Life expectancy 61.8 years
Internet users 20.6%
Urban population 44.8%
Currency SLE (Leone)
Languages English
Calling code +232
TLD .sl
Driving side right

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Frequently Asked Questions About Binkolo

What is the population of Binkolo?

Binkolo has a population of 13,867 residents and is located in Sierra Leone. The population density is 8 people per square mile, spread across 1,675.2 square miles.

What is the weather like in Binkolo?

Binkolo has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 79°F in January, while summers reach an average of 78°F in July. The area receives 179 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 117.1 inches.

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