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Kukuna, Sierra Leone

Northern Province · Sierra Leone

Kukuna is a small city in Northern Province, Sierra Leone with a population of 7,676. Elevation: 154 ft (47 m). Average temperature: 82°F (28°C).

Data updated June 2026

7,676 Population 3/sq mi density
154 ft Elevation 47 meters
82°F Avg Temperature 28°C
106.4 in Annual Rain
Africa / Freetown Timezone

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About Kukuna

Muhammad Kukuna was a Sultan of Kano who reigned from 1651 to 1652, and again from 1652 to 1660. His reign was interrupted in 1652 by Soyaki.

People

Population7,676
Density3/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp82°F (28°C)
Rain106.4 in/yr
Sunny Days191/yr
Elevation154 ft (47 m)
Population7,676
Population Density3 / sq mi
Elevation154 ft (47 m)
Coordinates9.3984°, -12.6648°
TimezoneAfrica/Freetown
Country🇸🇱 Sierra Leone
State / ProvinceNorthern Province
Average Temperature82°F (28°C)
January Average81°F (27°C)
July Average80°F (26°C)
Annual Precipitation106.4 inches (2,703 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Kukuna

Kukuna is a small city in Sierra Leone (Northern Province) with a population of 7,676. The city sits at an elevation of 154 feet (47 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 82°F (28°C). Temperatures range from 81°F in January to 80°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 106.4 inches. The timezone is Africa/Freetown.

Kukuna has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 82°F (28°C). Winters average 81°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 191 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 106.4 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 154 feet.

Temperature

81°F Jan (27°C) 80°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average82.1°F
52% above Sierra Leone avg
January Average81°F (27°C)
July Average80°F (26°C)
Sunny Days191 days/yr

Geography

Elevation154 ft (47 m)
Area2,216.8 sq mi (5,741.5 km²)
Population Density3/sq mi
Coordinates9.3984°N, 12.6648°W
TimezoneAfrica/Freetown

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 106.4"
180% above Sierra Leone avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Aug) 24.53"
Driest Month (Jan) 0.12"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

2 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.0.

Feb 3, 2021 41 km NNW of Kindia, Guinea M5.0 118 km
May 4, 2021 40 km ENE of Tondon, Guinea M4.4 121 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 81°F (27°C) 0.1 in Driest
February 84°F (29°C) 0.2 in
March 87°F (31°C) 0.8 in
April 87°F (31°C) 2.8 in Warmest
May 84°F (29°C) 7.5 in
June 81°F (27°C) 13.1 in
July 80°F (26°C) 19.5 in
August 79°F (26°C) 24.5 in Coldest, Wettest
September 80°F (26°C) 18.8 in
October 81°F (27°C) 13.8 in
November 82°F (28°C) 4.7 in
December 81°F (27°C) 0.5 in

Kukuna has a seasonal temperature swing of 9°F / from 79°F in August to 87°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 106.4 inches, with August being the wettest month (24.5") and January the driest (0.1").

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Schools in Kukuna

5 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Umaro Muthar - - - -
KDEC Primary School - - - -
Umaro Muthar Secondary School - - - -
Kawonsor Academy Primary School - - - -
Sunday Foundation Skills Training Centre - - - -
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Farmers Markets in Kukuna

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
kukuna market

Cinemas in Kukuna

1 cinemas within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Bramaia unit

Clinics in Kukuna

7 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Barukuya Health Center
Kukuna Health Center
Madina community health clinic
Madina Wesleyan Clinic
Ministry of Health and Sanitation Clinic
SL #13440419501
SL #13464254162

Gas Stations in Kukuna

2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Izfo Masiaka
NP

Churches & Religious Organizations in Kukuna

3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Church
Church
Mosque

Quick Facts

Timezone
Africa/Freetown

🇸🇱 About Sierra Leone

Capital Freetown
Population 7,650,154
Area 71,740 km²
GDP (USD) $6,415,852,767
GDP per capita $758
HDI 0.477
Life expectancy 61.8 years
Internet users 20.6%
Urban population 44.8%
Currency SLE (Leone)
Languages English
Calling code +232
TLD .sl
Driving side right

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Frequently Asked Questions About Kukuna

What is the population of Kukuna?

Kukuna has a population of 7,676 residents and is located in Sierra Leone. The population density is 3 people per square mile, spread across 2,216.8 square miles.

What is the weather like in Kukuna?

Kukuna has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 82°F (28°C). Winter temperatures average 81°F in January, while summers reach an average of 80°F in July. The area receives 191 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 106.4 inches.

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