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Lunsar, Sierra Leone
Northern Province · Sierra Leone
Lunsar is a small city in Northern Province, Sierra Leone with a population of 22,461. Elevation: 210 ft (64 m). Average temperature: 80°F (27°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Lunsar
Lunsar is a town in Marampa Chiefdom, Port Loko District in the Northern Province of Sierra Leone. It is the largest town in Port Loko District by population. A 2004 estimate placed the population of Lunsar at 36,108. The town is one of the main commercial and business hubs in the North of Sierra Leone. Lunsar lies approximately 50 miles east of Freetown and about 18 miles south-east of the district capital of Port Loko. The inhabitants of Lunsar are largely from the Temne ethnic group.
People
Climate
| Population | 22,461 |
| Population Density | 91 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 210 ft (64 m) |
| Coordinates | 8.6844°, -12.5350° |
| Timezone | Africa/Freetown |
| Country | 🇸🇱 Sierra Leone |
| State / Province | Northern Province |
| Average Temperature | 80°F (27°C) |
| January Average | 80°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 109.5 inches (2,780 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Lunsar
Lunsar is a small city in Sierra Leone (Northern Province) with a population of 22,461. The city sits at an elevation of 210 feet (64 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 80°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 80°F in January to 78°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 109.5 inches. The timezone is Africa/Freetown.
Climate in Lunsar
Lunsar has an average annual temperature of 26.1°C (79°F). The hottest month is Apr (28°C), the coldest is Jan (24.9°C). Average annual precipitation is 3262 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 80.0°F |
| 48% above Sierra Leone avg | |
| January Average | 80°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| Sunny Days | 184 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 210 ft (64 m) |
| Area | 246.0 sq mi (637.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 91/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 8.6844°N, 12.5350°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Freetown |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 80°F (26°C) | 0.2 in | Driest |
| February | 81°F (27°C) | 0.2 in | |
| March | 83°F (28°C) | 1.0 in | |
| April | 83°F (28°C) | 3.0 in | Warmest |
| May | 82°F (28°C) | 8.1 in | |
| June | 80°F (27°C) | 13.3 in | |
| July | 78°F (26°C) | 18.9 in | |
| August | 77°F (25°C) | 23.9 in | Coldest, Wettest |
| September | 79°F (26°C) | 18.5 in | |
| October | 80°F (26°C) | 14.8 in | |
| November | 80°F (27°C) | 6.7 in | |
| December | 79°F (26°C) | 0.9 in |
Lunsar has a seasonal temperature swing of 6°F / from 77°F in August to 83°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 109.4 inches, with August being the wettest month (23.9") and January the driest (0.2").
Colleges & Universities in Lunsar
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| UNIMTECH | University | - | , |
Schools in Lunsar
4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| A.D Wurie Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| Our Lady of Guadalupe Secondary School Lunsar | - | - | - | - |
| Murialdo Secondary School Lunsar | - | - | - | - |
| Muraldo Secondary | - | - | - | - |
Farmers Markets in Lunsar
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| foredugumarket |
Gas Stations in Lunsar
3 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Lunsar
3 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Lunsar
2 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Lungi International Airport | FNA | Large Airport |
| Hastings Airport | HGS | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Lunsar
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| foredugumosque | |
| The Door Church |
Quick Facts
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Frequently Asked Questions About Lunsar
What is the population of Lunsar?
Lunsar has a population of 22,461 residents and is located in Sierra Leone. The population density is 91 people per square mile, spread across 246.0 square miles.
What is the weather like in Lunsar?
Lunsar has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 80°F in January, while summers reach an average of 78°F in July. The area receives 184 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 109.5 inches.