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Kabala, Sierra Leone
Northern Province · Sierra Leone
Kabala is a small city in Northern Province, Sierra Leone with a population of 17,948. Elevation: 1,421 ft (433 m). Average temperature: 78°F (25°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Kabala
Kabala is the capital and largest town of Koinadugu District in the Northern Province of Sierra Leone. Kabala is one of the main towns in Northern Sierra Leone and is set in a rural landscape, surrounded by mountains.
People
Climate
| Population | 17,948 |
| Population Density | 3 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,421 ft (433 m) |
| Coordinates | 9.5889°, -11.5526° |
| Timezone | Africa/Freetown |
| Country | 🇸🇱 Sierra Leone |
| State / Province | Northern Province |
| Average Temperature | 78°F (25°C) |
| January Average | 76°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (24°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 90.4 inches (2,297 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Kabala
Kabala is a small city in Sierra Leone (Northern Province) with a population of 17,948. The city sits at an elevation of 1,421 feet (433 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 78°F (25°C). Temperatures range from 76°F in January to 76°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 90.4 inches. The timezone is Africa/Freetown.
Climate in Kabala
Kabala 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 2053 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 77.6°F |
| 44% above Sierra Leone avg | |
| January Average | 76°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (24°C) |
| Sunny Days | 190 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,421 ft (433 m) |
| Area | 6,423.1 sq mi (16,635.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 3/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 9.5889°N, 11.5526°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Freetown |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 76°F (24°C) | 0.2 in | Driest |
| February | 80°F (27°C) | 0.5 in | |
| March | 82°F (28°C) | 1.6 in | Warmest |
| April | 81°F (27°C) | 4.2 in | |
| May | 80°F (26°C) | 8.0 in | |
| June | 77°F (25°C) | 10.9 in | |
| July | 76°F (24°C) | 14.1 in | |
| August | 75°F (24°C) | 17.9 in | Coldest, Wettest |
| September | 76°F (24°C) | 16.2 in | |
| October | 77°F (25°C) | 12.1 in | |
| November | 77°F (25°C) | 4.2 in | |
| December | 75°F (24°C) | 0.6 in |
Kabala has a seasonal temperature swing of 7°F / from 75°F in August to 82°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 90.4 inches, with August being the wettest month (17.9") and January the driest (0.2").
Colleges & Universities in Kabala
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Koinadugu college | College | - | Visit → |
Schools in Kabala
7 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Romal Catholic Primary School Kabala | - | - | - | - |
| ISLAMIC BANKOLIA PRIMARY SCHOOL KABALA | - | - | - | - |
| DEC PRIMARY SCHOOL KABALA | - | - | - | - |
| Mission Hope School of Excellence | - | - | - | - |
| UMC PRIMARY SCHOOL | - | - | - | - |
| ISLAMIC BANKOLIA PRIMARY SCHOOL KABALA | - | - | - | - |
| UMC PRIMARY SCHOOL | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Kabala
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Libraries in Kabala
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| KABALA COMMUNITY LIBRARY | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Kabala
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BIG MARKET | |||||
| THUNDER HILL MARKET |
Clinics in Kabala
1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Kabala
3 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Kabala
4 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Kabala
1 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Kabala Airport | KBA | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Kabala
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| KABALA POST OFFICE |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Kabala
6 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| BANKOLIA MOSQUE | |
| Catholic Church | |
| IMAM STREET MOSQUE | |
| Kabala Central Mosque | |
| QUYATE MOSQUE | |
| United Methodist Church |
Quick Facts
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Frequently Asked Questions About Kabala
What is the population of Kabala?
Kabala has a population of 17,948 residents and is located in Sierra Leone. The population density is 3 people per square mile, spread across 6,423.1 square miles.
What is the weather like in Kabala?
Kabala has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (25°C). Winter temperatures average 76°F in January, while summers reach an average of 76°F in July. The area receives 190 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 90.4 inches.