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Giehun, Sierra Leone

Eastern Province · Sierra Leone

Giehun is a small town in Eastern Province, Sierra Leone with a population of 2,845. Elevation: 1,329 ft (405 m). Average temperature: 76°F (25°C).

2,845 Population 9/sq mi density
1,329 ft Elevation 405 meters
76°F Avg Temperature 25°C
101.1 in Annual Rain
Africa / Freetown Timezone

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People

Population2,845
Density9/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp76°F (25°C)
Rain101.1 in/yr
Sunny Days171/yr
Elevation1,329 ft (405 m)
Population2,845
Population Density9 / sq mi
Elevation1,329 ft (405 m)
Coordinates8.5552°, -11.0428°
TimezoneAfrica/Freetown
Country🇸🇱 Sierra Leone
State / ProvinceEastern Province
Average Temperature76°F (25°C)
January Average74°F (24°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Annual Precipitation101.1 inches (2,569 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Giehun

Giehun is a small town in Sierra Leone (Eastern Province) with a population of 2,845. The city sits at an elevation of 1,329 feet (405 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 76°F (25°C). Temperatures range from 74°F in January to 75°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 101.1 inches. The timezone is Africa/Freetown.

Climate in Giehun

Giehun 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 2495 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 0°C / 32°F — / — 12.0
Feb 0°C / 32°F — / — 32.0
Mar 0°C / 32°F — / — 100.0
Apr 0°C / 32°F — / — 153.0
May 0°C / 32°F — / — 235.0
Jun 0°C / 32°F — / — 293.0
Jul 0°C / 32°F — / — 329.0
Aug 0°C / 32°F — / — 388.0
Sep 0°C / 32°F — / — 438.0
Oct 0°C / 32°F — / — 305.0
Nov 0°C / 32°F — / — 172.0
Dec 0°C / 32°F — / — 38.0
Giehun has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 76°F (25°C). Winters average 74°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 171 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 101.1 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 1,329 feet.

Temperature

74°F Jan (24°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average76.4°F
41% above Sierra Leone avg
January Average74°F (24°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days171 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,329 ft (405 m)
Area314.9 sq mi (815.5 km²)
Population Density9/sq mi
Coordinates8.5552°N, 11.0428°W
TimezoneAfrica/Freetown

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 101.1"
166% above Sierra Leone avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Sep) 17.68"
Driest Month (Jan) 0.39"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1 earthquake (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.4. Most recent: M0.0 on Jan 17, 2001.

Jan 17, 2001 24 km SE of Buedu, Sierra Leone M4.4 101 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 74°F (24°C) 0.4 in Driest
February 77°F (25°C) 1.3 in
March 79°F (26°C) 3.5 in Warmest
April 79°F (26°C) 5.8 in
May 78°F (26°C) 9.5 in
June 77°F (25°C) 11.9 in
July 75°F (24°C) 13.7 in
August 74°F (23°C) 16.5 in Coldest
September 76°F (24°C) 17.7 in Wettest
October 77°F (25°C) 13.0 in
November 76°F (25°C) 6.5 in
December 75°F (24°C) 1.4 in

Giehun has a seasonal temperature swing of 5°F / from 74°F in August to 79°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 101.2 inches, with September being the wettest month (17.7") and January the driest (0.4").

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Schools in Giehun

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Jaiama Secondary School
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Libraries in Giehun

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Jaiama Community Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Giehun

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Jaiama Public Market

Clinics in Giehun

1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

UMC Health Center

Banks in Giehun

1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Jaiama Community Bank

Airports Near Giehun

4 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Bo AirportKBSMedium Airport
Kenema AirportKENMedium Airport
Yengema AirportWYEMedium Airport
Tongo AirportSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Giehun

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
St. Francis Catholic Church
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Quick Facts

Timezone
Africa/Freetown

🇸🇱 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 Giehun

What is the population of Giehun?

Giehun has a population of 2,845 residents and is located in Sierra Leone. The population density is 9 people per square mile, spread across 314.9 square miles.

What is the weather like in Giehun?

Giehun has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 76°F (25°C). Winter temperatures average 74°F in January, while summers reach an average of 75°F in July. The area receives 171 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 101.1 inches.

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