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Harbel, Liberia

Margibi County · Liberia

Harbel is a mid-size city in Margibi County, Liberia with a population of 38,208. Elevation: 33 ft (10 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°C).

38,208 Population 151/sq mi density
33 ft Elevation 10 meters
79°F Avg Temperature 26°C
137.3 in Annual Rain
Africa / Monrovia Timezone

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About Harbel

Harbel is a town in Margibi County, Liberia, located along the Farmington River about 24 km (15 mi) from the Atlantic coast. The town was established in the 1920s following the development of the Firestone rubber concession and became the center of one of the world’s largest natural-rubber plantations. The name "Harbel" is a portmanteau formed from the names of Harvey S. Firestone and his wife Idabelle Firestone, reflecting their role in the early development of the settlement.

People

Population38,208
Density151/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp79°F (26°C)
Rain137.3 in/yr
Sunny Days163/yr
Elevation33 ft (10 m)
Population38,208
Population Density151 / sq mi
Elevation33 ft (10 m)
Coordinates6.2468°, -10.3564°
TimezoneAfrica/Monrovia
Country🇱🇷 Liberia
State / ProvinceMargibi County
Average Temperature79°F (26°C)
January Average79°F (26°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Annual Precipitation137.3 inches (3,488 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Harbel

Harbel is a mid-size city in Liberia (Margibi County) with a population of 38,208. The city sits at an elevation of 33 feet (10 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 137.3 inches. The timezone is Africa/Monrovia.

Climate in Harbel

Harbel 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 2662 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 0°C / 32°F — / — 15.4
Feb 0°C / 32°F — / — 33.9
Mar 0°C / 32°F — / — 56.3
Apr 0°C / 32°F — / — 119.0
May 0°C / 32°F — / — 190.7
Jun 0°C / 32°F — / — 395.2
Jul 0°C / 32°F — / — 373.2
Aug 0°C / 32°F — / — 544.8
Sep 0°C / 32°F — / — 529.3
Oct 0°C / 32°F — / — 264.4
Nov 0°C / 32°F — / — 102.9
Dec 0°C / 32°F — / — 36.5
Harbel 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 163 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual precipitation totals 137.3 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 33 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

79°F Jan (26°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average79.0°F
46% above Liberia avg
January Average79°F (26°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days163 days/yr

Geography

Elevation33 ft (10 m)
Area253.6 sq mi (656.8 km²)
Population Density151/sq mi
Coordinates6.2468°N, 10.3564°W
TimezoneAfrica/Monrovia

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 137.3"
261% above Liberia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Sep) 24.57"
Driest Month (Jan) 1.14"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1 earthquake (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.5. Most recent: M0.0 on Nov 25, 1995.

Nov 25, 1995 16 km SW of Tubmanburg, Liberia M4.5 87 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 79°F (26°C) 1.1 in Driest
February 81°F (27°C) 1.7 in
March 81°F (27°C) 3.4 in
April 81°F (27°C) 5.6 in Warmest
May 81°F (27°C) 11.6 in
June 78°F (26°C) 23.0 in
July 77°F (25°C) 22.2 in
August 76°F (25°C) 20.4 in Coldest
September 78°F (25°C) 24.6 in Wettest
October 79°F (26°C) 15.2 in
November 80°F (26°C) 6.2 in
December 79°F (26°C) 2.6 in

Harbel has a seasonal temperature swing of 5°F / from 76°F in August to 81°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 137.3 inches, with September being the wettest month (24.6") and January the driest (1.1").

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Colleges & Universities in Harbel

Institution Type Founded Website
Adventist University of West Africa University
Liberian Institute for Tropical Medicine University

Schools in Harbel

5 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Harbel Elementary
Harbel Elementary
True Vine Academy
Dolo Town public school
Bumie Kpanja Public school
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Hotels in Harbel

2 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Farmington Hotel
Libassa Ecolodge

Clinics in Harbel

4 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Bokay Town Clinic
Charlseville Clinic
Harbel Health Center
Owensgrove Clinic

Gas Stations in Harbel

3 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

LR #298578459
Station Conex
Station Total

Airports Near Harbel

5 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Roberts International AirportROBLarge Airport
Spriggs Payne AirportMLWMedium Airport
Buchanan AirportUCNSmall Airport
Gozohn Camp AirportSmall Airport
Lamco AirportSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Harbel

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Community Church of Harbel
Cotton Tree evangelical Church

Quick Facts

Timezone
Africa/Monrovia

🇱🇷 About Liberia

Capital Monrovia
Population 4,818,977
Area 111,370 km²
GDP (USD) $4,390,000,000
GDP per capita $799
HDI 0.487
Life expectancy 62.2 years
Internet users 23.5%
Urban population 55.0%
Currency LRD (Dollar)
Languages English
Calling code +231
TLD .lr
Driving side right

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Frequently Asked Questions About Harbel

What is the population of Harbel?

Harbel has a population of 38,208 residents and is located in Liberia. The population density is 151 people per square mile, spread across 253.6 square miles.

What is the weather like in Harbel?

Harbel 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 163 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 137.3 inches.

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