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Kenema, Sierra Leone
Eastern Province · Sierra Leone
Kenema is a large city in Eastern Province, Sierra Leone with a population of 143,137. Elevation: 597 ft (182 m). Average temperature: 78°F (26°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Kenema
Kenema is a city in the Eastern Province of Sierra Leone and the capital of Kenema District. According to the 2021 mid-term Population and Housing Census, the city has a population of 255,110, making it the second most populous city in Sierra Leone.
People
Climate
| Population | 143,137 |
| Population Density | 454 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 597 ft (182 m) |
| Coordinates | 7.8769°, -11.1903° |
| Timezone | Africa/Freetown |
| Country | 🇸🇱 Sierra Leone |
| State / Province | Eastern Province |
| Average Temperature | 78°F (26°C) |
| January Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (25°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 105.6 inches (2,682 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Kenema
Kenema is a large city in Sierra Leone (Eastern Province) with a population of 143,137. The city sits at an elevation of 597 feet (182 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 78°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 77°F in January to 76°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 105.6 inches. The timezone is Africa/Freetown.
Climate in Kenema
Kenema has an average annual temperature of 25.8°C (78°F). The hottest month is Apr (28.1°C), the coldest is Aug (24.2°C). Average annual precipitation is 2620 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 78.2°F |
| 45% above Sierra Leone avg | |
| January Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (25°C) |
| Sunny Days | 170 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 597 ft (182 m) |
| Area | 315.5 sq mi (817.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 454/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 7.8769°N, 11.1903°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Freetown |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 77°F (25°C) | 0.5 in | Driest |
| February | 79°F (26°C) | 1.2 in | |
| March | 81°F (27°C) | 3.7 in | Warmest |
| April | 80°F (27°C) | 5.6 in | |
| May | 80°F (27°C) | 9.2 in | |
| June | 78°F (26°C) | 11.9 in | |
| July | 76°F (25°C) | 14.6 in | |
| August | 76°F (24°C) | 19.4 in | Coldest, Wettest |
| September | 77°F (25°C) | 18.0 in | |
| October | 78°F (26°C) | 12.9 in | |
| November | 79°F (26°C) | 7.1 in | |
| December | 77°F (25°C) | 1.7 in |
Kenema has a seasonal temperature swing of 5°F / from 76°F in August to 81°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 105.6 inches, with August being the wettest month (19.4") and January the driest (0.5").
Colleges & Universities in Kenema
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| CDS | University | - | , |
| Eastern Technical University | University | - | , |
Schools in Kenema
20 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ridwan School | - | - | - | - |
| Saint James | - | - | - | - |
| Kenema District Education Committ | - | - | - | - |
| Islamic Dawaah | - | - | - | - |
| ANSARUL SCHOOL | - | - | - | - |
| Nyapui Sec. School | - | - | - | - |
| Dorwaila Comprehensive Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| Ahmadiyya School Campus | - | - | - | - |
| Government Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| Livingstone Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Holy Rosary Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| Airtel school | - | - | - | - |
| Citadel Private School | - | - | - | - |
| SLC Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| SDA Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Holy Trinity Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| St. Charles Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Ahmadiyya Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| Islamic Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| St. Charles Primary School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Kenema
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Libraries in Kenema
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| City Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Regional Library | 0.0 |
Hotels in Kenema
1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Kenema
5 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in Kenema
1 cinemas within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Kenema
1 theatres within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Kenema
2 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Kenema
3 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Kenema
6 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Kenema
7 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Kenema
1 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Kenema
4 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Bo Airport | KBS | Medium Airport |
| Kenema Airport | KEN | Medium Airport |
| Yengema Airport | WYE | Medium Airport |
| Tongo Airport | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Kenema
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| post office |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Kenema
13 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Blama Road Mosque | |
| Centre Mosque | |
| Dama Road Mosque | |
| ETU Mosque | |
| Fatmata street mosque | |
| Holy Trinity Parish | |
| Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses | |
| Masjid Taqwa (Zombo Mansaray Compound) | |
| St. James Anglican Church | |
| St. Paul Cathedral Catholic Church | |
| Temne Mosque | |
| The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints | |
| UBC church |
Quick Facts
Around Kenema
Places within 5 km radius - OpenStreetMap data
Things to See Near Kenema
1 places within 15 km
- • Sierratel Bandama
🇸🇱 About Sierra Leone
Frequently Asked Questions About Kenema
What is the population of Kenema?
Kenema has a population of 143,137 residents and is located in Sierra Leone. The population density is 454 people per square mile, spread across 315.5 square miles.
What is the weather like in Kenema?
Kenema has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 77°F in January, while summers reach an average of 76°F in July. The area receives 170 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 105.6 inches.