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Hangha, Sierra Leone

Eastern Province · Sierra Leone

Hangha is a small city in Eastern Province, Sierra Leone with a population of 5,007. Elevation: 577 ft (176 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°C).

Data updated June 2026

5,007 Population 16/sq mi density
577 ft Elevation 176 meters
79°F Avg Temperature 26°C
106.9 in Annual Rain
Africa / Freetown Timezone

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People

Population5,007
Density16/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp79°F (26°C)
Rain106.9 in/yr
Sunny Days167/yr
Elevation577 ft (176 m)
Population5,007
Population Density16 / sq mi
Elevation577 ft (176 m)
Coordinates7.9397°, -11.1413°
TimezoneAfrica/Freetown
Country🇸🇱 Sierra Leone
State / ProvinceEastern Province
Average Temperature79°F (26°C)
January Average78°F (25°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Annual Precipitation106.9 inches (2,714 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Hangha

Hangha is a small city in Sierra Leone (Eastern Province) with a population of 5,007. The city sits at an elevation of 577 feet (176 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 79°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 78°F in January to 77°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 106.9 inches. The timezone is Africa/Freetown.

Climate in Hangha

Hangha 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 2338 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 0°C / 32°F - / - 15.0
Feb 0°C / 32°F - / - 25.0
Mar 0°C / 32°F - / - 79.0
Apr 0°C / 32°F - / - 162.0
May 0°C / 32°F - / - 232.0
Jun 0°C / 32°F - / - 301.0
Jul 0°C / 32°F - / - 331.0
Aug 0°C / 32°F - / - 354.0
Sep 0°C / 32°F - / - 345.0
Oct 0°C / 32°F - / - 317.0
Nov 0°C / 32°F - / - 148.0
Dec 0°C / 32°F - / - 29.0
Hangha has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winters average 78°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 106.9 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 577 feet.

Temperature

78°F Jan (25°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average78.6°F
46% above Sierra Leone avg
January Average78°F (25°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days167 days/yr

Geography

Elevation577 ft (176 m)
Area315.5 sq mi (817.0 km²)
Population Density16/sq mi
Coordinates7.9397°N, 11.1413°W
TimezoneAfrica/Freetown

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 106.9"
181% above Sierra Leone avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Aug) 19.06"
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 M4.5 131 km
Jan 17, 2001 24 km SE of Buedu, Sierra Leone M4.4 100 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 78°F (25°C) 0.6 in Driest
February 80°F (27°C) 1.4 in
March 81°F (27°C) 4.2 in Warmest
April 81°F (27°C) 5.9 in
May 80°F (27°C) 9.4 in
June 79°F (26°C) 12.0 in
July 77°F (25°C) 14.4 in
August 76°F (25°C) 19.1 in Coldest, Wettest
September 78°F (25°C) 17.8 in
October 79°F (26°C) 13.0 in
November 79°F (26°C) 7.2 in
December 77°F (25°C) 1.9 in

Hangha has a seasonal temperature swing of 5°F / from 76°F in August to 81°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 106.9 inches, with August being the wettest month (19.1") and January the driest (0.6").

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Libraries in Hangha

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
City Library0.0
Regional Library0.0

Airports Near Hangha

4 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Bo AirportKBSMedium Airport
Kenema AirportKENMedium Airport
Yengema AirportWYEMedium Airport
Tongo Airport-Small Airport

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 Hangha

What is the population of Hangha?

Hangha has a population of 5,007 residents and is located in Sierra Leone. The population density is 16 people per square mile, spread across 315.5 square miles.

What is the weather like in Hangha?

Hangha has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 78°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 106.9 inches.

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