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Gorahun, Sierra Leone

Eastern Province · Sierra Leone

Gorahun is a small town in Eastern Province, Sierra Leone with a population of 4,089. Elevation: 459 ft (140 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°C).

Data updated June 2026

4,089 Population 2/sq mi density
459 ft Elevation 140 meters
79°F Avg Temperature 26°C
112.7 in Annual Rain
Africa / Freetown Timezone

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People

Population4,089
Density2/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp79°F (26°C)
Rain112.7 in/yr
Sunny Days167/yr
Elevation459 ft (140 m)
Population4,089
Population Density2 / sq mi
Elevation459 ft (140 m)
Coordinates7.4644°, -11.2395°
TimezoneAfrica/Freetown
Country🇸🇱 Sierra Leone
State / ProvinceEastern Province
Average Temperature79°F (26°C)
January Average79°F (26°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Annual Precipitation112.7 inches (2,863 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Gorahun

Gorahun is a small town in Sierra Leone (Eastern Province) with a population of 4,089. The city sits at an elevation of 459 feet (140 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 79°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 79°F in January to 77°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 112.7 inches. The timezone is Africa/Freetown.

Gorahun has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winters average 79°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 167 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual precipitation totals 112.7 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 459 feet.

Temperature

79°F Jan (26°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average79.0°F
46% above Sierra Leone avg
January Average79°F (26°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days167 days/yr

Geography

Elevation459 ft (140 m)
Area1,894.5 sq mi (4,906.8 km²)
Population Density2/sq mi
Coordinates7.4644°N, 11.2395°W
TimezoneAfrica/Freetown

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 112.7"
197% above Sierra Leone avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Sep) 19.80"
Driest Month (Jan) 0.55"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

2 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.5.

Nov 25, 1995 16 km SW of Tubmanburg, Liberia M4.5 84 km
Jan 17, 2001 24 km SE of Buedu, Sierra Leone M4.4 130 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 79°F (26°C) 0.6 in Driest
February 80°F (27°C) 1.5 in
March 81°F (27°C) 3.2 in Warmest
April 81°F (27°C) 5.9 in
May 80°F (27°C) 10.1 in
June 79°F (26°C) 15.0 in
July 77°F (25°C) 17.4 in
August 76°F (25°C) 18.0 in Coldest
September 78°F (26°C) 19.8 in Wettest
October 79°F (26°C) 13.0 in
November 79°F (26°C) 6.5 in
December 78°F (26°C) 1.8 in

Gorahun has a seasonal temperature swing of 5°F / from 76°F in August to 81°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 112.7 inches, with September being the wettest month (19.8") and January the driest (0.6").

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Schools in Gorahun

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Tunkia Secondary School - - - -
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Radio Stations near Gorahun

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Farmers Markets in Gorahun

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Gofor Community Market

Airports Near Gorahun

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Bo AirportKBSMedium Airport
Kenema AirportKENMedium Airport

UNESCO World Heritage Sites Near Gorahun

1 UNESCO sites.

SiteCategoryYear
Gola-Tiwai ComplexNatural2025

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

UNESCO World Heritage Sites Near Gorahun

Gola-Tiwai Complex
Natural · inscribed 2025
This serial property includes the Gola Rainforest National Park and the Tiwai Island Wildlife Sanctuary. Part of the Greater Gola Landscape, it lies within the Upper Guinean Forest, a biodiversity hotspot. The area hosts more than 1,000 plant species (113 ende...

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Frequently Asked Questions About Gorahun

What is the population of Gorahun?

Gorahun has a population of 4,089 residents and is located in Sierra Leone. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 1,894.5 square miles.

What is the weather like in Gorahun?

Gorahun has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 79°F in January, while summers reach an average of 77°F in July. The area receives 167 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 112.7 inches.

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