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Gandorhun, Sierra Leone
Southern Province · Sierra Leone
Gandorhun is a small city in Southern Province, Sierra Leone with a population of 12,288. Elevation: 190 ft (58 m). Average temperature: 80°F (27°C).
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About Gandorhun
Gandorhun is a major diamond-producing town in Sierra Leone and major town in the Pujehun District of the Southern Province. Gandorhun is one of the main cities in Southern Sierra Leone and lies about 45 miles southwest of Bo. The city has a population of around 12,288 residents and is mainly inhabited by the Mende people.
People
Climate
| Population | 12,288 |
| Population Density | 6 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 190 ft (58 m) |
| Coordinates | 7.5550°, -11.6926° |
| 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 (26°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 114.6 inches (2,910 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Gandorhun
Gandorhun is a small city in Sierra Leone (Southern Province) with a population of 12,288. The city sits at an elevation of 190 feet (58 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 114.6 inches. The timezone is Africa/Freetown.
Climate in Gandorhun
Gandorhun has an average annual temperature of 26.2°C (79°F). The hottest month is Apr (27.8°C), the coldest is Aug (24.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 3016 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 80.0°F |
| 48% above Sierra Leone avg | |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| Sunny Days | 174 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 190 ft (58 m) |
| Area | 1,894.5 sq mi (4,906.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 6/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 7.5550°N, 11.6926°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Freetown |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 79°F (26°C) | 0.6 in | Driest |
| February | 81°F (27°C) | 1.1 in | |
| March | 83°F (28°C) | 2.2 in | Warmest |
| April | 82°F (28°C) | 4.6 in | |
| May | 82°F (28°C) | 9.2 in | |
| June | 80°F (27°C) | 14.6 in | |
| July | 78°F (26°C) | 20.4 in | |
| August | 77°F (25°C) | 21.0 in | Coldest, Wettest |
| September | 79°F (26°C) | 20.3 in | |
| October | 80°F (26°C) | 12.6 in | |
| November | 80°F (27°C) | 6.7 in | |
| December | 79°F (26°C) | 1.6 in |
Gandorhun has a seasonal temperature swing of 5°F / from 77°F in August to 83°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 114.6 inches, with August being the wettest month (21.0") and January the driest (0.6").
Airports Near Gandorhun
4 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Bo Airport | KBS | Medium Airport |
| Kenema Airport | KEN | Medium Airport |
| Gbangbatok Airport | GBK | Small Airport |
| Tongo Airport | — | Small Airport |
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What is the population of Gandorhun?
Gandorhun has a population of 12,288 residents and is located in Sierra Leone. The population density is 6 people per square mile, spread across 1,894.5 square miles.
What is the weather like in Gandorhun?
Gandorhun 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 174 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 114.6 inches.