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Bonthe, Sierra Leone
Southern Province · Sierra Leone
Bonthe is a small city in Southern Province, Sierra Leone with a population of 10,206. Elevation: 16 ft (5 m). Average temperature: 80°F (27°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Bonthe
Bonthe is a coastal town located on Sherbro Island in Bonthe District in the southern Province of Sierra Leone. The town lies on the eastern shore of Sherbro Island, on the Sherbro River estuary. Bonthe is about 60 miles south-west of Bo and 187 miles south-east of Freetown.
People
Climate
| Population | 10,206 |
| Population Density | 5 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 16 ft (5 m) |
| Coordinates | 7.5264°, -12.5050° |
| Timezone | Africa/Freetown |
| Country | 🇸🇱 Sierra Leone |
| State / Province | Southern Province |
| Average Temperature | 80°F (27°C) |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (25°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 132.8 inches (3,374 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Bonthe
Bonthe is a small city in Sierra Leone (Southern Province) with a population of 10,206. The city sits at an elevation of 16 feet (5 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 132.8 inches. The timezone is Africa/Freetown.
Climate in Bonthe
Bonthe has an average annual temperature of 0°C (32°F). The hottest month is Jan (0°C), the coldest is Jan (0°C). Average annual precipitation is 3595 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 79.9°F |
| 48% above Sierra Leone avg | |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (25°C) |
| Sunny Days | 181 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 16 ft (5 m) |
| Area | 2,260.1 sq mi (5,853.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 5/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 7.5264°N, 12.5050°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Freetown |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 79°F (26°C) | 0.3 in | Driest |
| February | 81°F (27°C) | 0.5 in | |
| March | 82°F (28°C) | 1.3 in | |
| April | 82°F (28°C) | 3.7 in | Warmest |
| May | 81°F (27°C) | 9.8 in | |
| June | 80°F (26°C) | 19.3 in | |
| July | 78°F (25°C) | 29.1 in | Wettest |
| August | 77°F (25°C) | 28.2 in | Coldest |
| September | 78°F (26°C) | 21.4 in | |
| October | 80°F (26°C) | 11.9 in | |
| November | 80°F (27°C) | 5.8 in | |
| December | 80°F (26°C) | 1.6 in |
Bonthe has a seasonal temperature swing of 5°F / from 77°F in August to 82°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 132.8 inches, with July being the wettest month (29.1") and January the driest (0.3").
Schools in Bonthe
1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bonthe secondary school | - | - | - | - |
Farmers Markets in Bonthe
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Plant Site Market |
Hotels in Bonthe
3 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Bonthe
2 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Bo Airport | KBS | Medium Airport |
| Gbangbatok Airport | GBK | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bonthe
What is the population of Bonthe?
Bonthe has a population of 10,206 residents and is located in Sierra Leone. The population density is 5 people per square mile, spread across 2,260.1 square miles.
What is the weather like in Bonthe?
Bonthe 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 181 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 132.8 inches.