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Kakata, Liberia

Margibi County · Liberia

Kakata is a mid-size city in Margibi County, Liberia with a population of 52,247. Elevation: 318 ft (97 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°C).

52,247 Population 107/sq mi density
318 ft Elevation 97 meters
79°F Avg Temperature 26°C
123.2 in Annual Rain
Africa / Monrovia Timezone

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About Kakata

Kakata

Kakata is the capital and largest city of Margibi County, Liberia. It serves as the county's administrative, commercial and transportation hub and lies within Liberia's historic rubber-production belt.

People

Population52,247
Density107/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp79°F (26°C)
Rain123.2 in/yr
Sunny Days164/yr
Elevation318 ft (97 m)
Population52,247
Population Density107 / sq mi
Elevation318 ft (97 m)
Coordinates6.5310°, -10.3537°
TimezoneAfrica/Monrovia
Country🇱🇷 Liberia
State / ProvinceMargibi County
Average Temperature79°F (26°C)
January Average79°F (26°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Annual Precipitation123.2 inches (3,128 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Kakata

Kakata is a mid-size city in Liberia (Margibi County) with a population of 52,247. The city sits at an elevation of 318 feet (97 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 123.2 inches. The timezone is Africa/Monrovia.

Climate in Kakata

Kakata 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
Kakata 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 164 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual precipitation totals 123.2 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 318 feet.

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 Days164 days/yr

Geography

Elevation318 ft (97 m)
Area487.0 sq mi (1,261.2 km²)
Population Density107/sq mi
Coordinates6.5310°N, 10.3537°W
TimezoneAfrica/Monrovia

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 123.2"
224% above Liberia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Sep) 22.24"
Driest Month (Jan) 1.02"

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 70 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 79°F (26°C) 1.0 in Driest
February 80°F (27°C) 1.9 in
March 81°F (27°C) 4.0 in
April 81°F (27°C) 6.0 in Warmest
May 80°F (27°C) 10.2 in
June 79°F (26°C) 18.8 in
July 77°F (25°C) 19.4 in
August 76°F (25°C) 17.5 in Coldest
September 78°F (25°C) 22.2 in Wettest
October 80°F (26°C) 13.9 in
November 80°F (27°C) 5.6 in
December 78°F (26°C) 2.5 in

Kakata has a seasonal temperature swing of 5°F / from 76°F in August to 81°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 123.2 inches, with September being the wettest month (22.2") and January the driest (1.0").

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Colleges & Universities in Kakata

Institution Type Founded Website
Kakata Rural Teacher Training Institute College

Schools in Kakata

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Kakata Rural Teachers Training Institute
Booker Washington Institute (BWI)
Methodist Senior High
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Clinics in Kakata

15 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Division 28 Health Center
Dr Barcolleh Health Center
Dr Barcolleh Health Center
Goba Clinic
Larkay-Ta Clinic
Larkay-Ta Clinic
LR #7717178069
Modern Medical Clinic
Planned Parental Association of Liberia Clinic
Planned Parental Association of Liberia Clinic
Pleemu Clinic
Vellay-Ta Clinic
Vellay-Ta Clinic
Yarkpa Town Clinic
Yarkpa Town Clinic

Airports Near Kakata

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 Kakata

3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Evening Star Church
Saint Augustine Church
Saint Christopher 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 Kakata

What is the population of Kakata?

Kakata has a population of 52,247 residents and is located in Liberia. The population density is 107 people per square mile, spread across 487.0 square miles.

What is the weather like in Kakata?

Kakata 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 164 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 123.2 inches.

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