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Kamakwie, Sierra Leone
Northern Province · Sierra Leone
Kamakwie is a small city in Northern Province, Sierra Leone with a population of 8,098. Elevation: 381 ft (116 m). Average temperature: 82°F (28°C).
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About Kamakwie
Kamakwie is a town in the North West Province of Sierra Leone. Since 2017 Kamakwie is the Capital of the Karene District in Chiefdom Sella Limba. The population of the town as estimated in late 2010, is 8,098. The main economic activities of Kamakwie are trading and farming.
People
Climate
| Population | 8,098 |
| Population Density | 3 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 381 ft (116 m) |
| Coordinates | 9.4969°, -12.2406° |
| Timezone | Africa/Freetown |
| Country | 🇸🇱 Sierra Leone |
| State / Province | Northern Province |
| Average Temperature | 82°F (28°C) |
| January Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 102.7 inches (2,608 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Kamakwie
Kamakwie is a small city in Sierra Leone (Northern Province) with a population of 8,098. The city sits at an elevation of 381 feet (116 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 82°F (28°C). Temperatures range from 80°F in January to 79°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 102.7 inches. The timezone is Africa/Freetown.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 81.7°F |
| 51% above Sierra Leone avg | |
| January Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Sunny Days | 187 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 381 ft (116 m) |
| Area | 2,792.8 sq mi (7,233.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 3/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 9.4969°N, 12.2406°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Freetown |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 80°F (27°C) | 0.1 in | Driest |
| February | 84°F (29°C) | 0.3 in | |
| March | 86°F (30°C) | 1.1 in | Warmest |
| April | 86°F (30°C) | 3.5 in | |
| May | 84°F (29°C) | 8.0 in | |
| June | 81°F (27°C) | 12.8 in | |
| July | 79°F (26°C) | 17.3 in | |
| August | 78°F (26°C) | 21.7 in | Coldest, Wettest |
| September | 80°F (26°C) | 18.1 in | |
| October | 81°F (27°C) | 14.1 in | |
| November | 81°F (27°C) | 5.2 in | |
| December | 80°F (27°C) | 0.6 in |
Kamakwie has a seasonal temperature swing of 8°F / from 78°F in August to 86°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 102.7 inches, with August being the wettest month (21.7") and January the driest (0.1").
Schools in Kamakwie
5 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| St. Paul Junior Secondary School | — | — | — | — |
| St. Peter's Nursery School | — | — | — | — |
| St. Paul Nursery School | — | — | — | — |
| St. Paul Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| school bukol | — | — | — | — |
Gas Stations in Kamakwie
1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Kamakwie
1 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Kabala Airport | KBA | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Kamakwie
3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Our Lady of Consolation Catholic Church | |
| RECOLETOS RETREAT HOUSE | |
| St. Peter Catholic Church |
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What is the population of Kamakwie?
Kamakwie has a population of 8,098 residents and is located in Sierra Leone. The population density is 3 people per square mile, spread across 2,792.8 square miles.
What is the weather like in Kamakwie?
Kamakwie has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 82°F (28°C). Winter temperatures average 80°F in January, while summers reach an average of 79°F in July. The area receives 187 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 102.7 inches.