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Magburaka, Sierra Leone
Northern Province · Sierra Leone
Magburaka is a small city in Northern Province, Sierra Leone with a population of 14,915. Elevation: 325 ft (99 m). Average temperature: 80°F (27°C).
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About Magburaka
Magburaka is the capital and largest city of Tonkolili District in the Northern Province of Sierra Leone. Its population was 16,313 in the 2004 census. and a current estimate of 40,313. It is located at around 8°43′1″N 11°56′36″W, along the Rokel River. Magburaka lies just about 26 miles (42 km) drive south-west of Makeni, the economic centre of Northern Sierra Leone and about 80 miles (135 km) drive east of the country's capital Freetown. Magburaka is a trade centre and is one of the main cities in Northern Sierra Leone. As with most parts of Sierra Leone, the Krio language of the Sierra Leone Creole people is the most widely spoken language in Magburaka.
People
Climate
| Population | 14,915 |
| Population Density | 4 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 325 ft (99 m) |
| Coordinates | 8.7231°, -11.9488° |
| Timezone | Africa/Freetown |
| Country | 🇸🇱 Sierra Leone |
| State / Province | Northern Province |
| Average Temperature | 80°F (27°C) |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 118.4 inches (3,007 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Magburaka
Magburaka is a small city in Sierra Leone (Northern Province) with a population of 14,915. The city sits at an elevation of 325 feet (99 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 80°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 79°F in January to 78°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 118.4 inches. The timezone is Africa/Freetown.
Climate in Magburaka
Magburaka 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 3081 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 80.2°F |
| 49% above Sierra Leone avg | |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| Sunny Days | 180 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 325 ft (99 m) |
| Area | 4,245.6 sq mi (10,996.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 4/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 8.7231°N, 11.9488°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Freetown |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 79°F (26°C) | 0.2 in | Driest |
| February | 81°F (27°C) | 0.5 in | |
| March | 83°F (29°C) | 1.5 in | Warmest |
| April | 83°F (29°C) | 3.8 in | |
| May | 82°F (28°C) | 8.8 in | |
| June | 80°F (27°C) | 13.9 in | |
| July | 78°F (26°C) | 19.7 in | |
| August | 77°F (25°C) | 25.5 in | Coldest, Wettest |
| September | 79°F (26°C) | 20.4 in | |
| October | 80°F (27°C) | 16.1 in | |
| November | 80°F (27°C) | 6.9 in | |
| December | 79°F (26°C) | 1.1 in |
Magburaka has a seasonal temperature swing of 6°F / from 77°F in August to 83°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 118.4 inches, with August being the wettest month (25.5") and January the driest (0.2").
Schools in Magburaka
6 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rowall Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Boy's School | — | — | — | — |
| T D C Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Baptist Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Bene Volent Islamic Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Pampana High School | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Magburaka
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Libraries in Magburaka
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| City Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Regional Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Magburaka
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Makama Community Market | |||||
| Panlap Market | |||||
| Sesay Street Market | |||||
| Sylvernus Market | |||||
| Turn Table Magburaka/Agric Road |
Gas Stations in Magburaka
1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Magburaka
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Post Offices in Magburaka
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Magburaka Post Office |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Magburaka
5 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Basharia Mosque | |
| Bo Road Mosque | |
| Central Mosque | |
| Roman Catholic Church | |
| Rowalla Mosque |
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What is the population of Magburaka?
Magburaka has a population of 14,915 residents and is located in Sierra Leone. The population density is 4 people per square mile, spread across 4,245.6 square miles.
What is the weather like in Magburaka?
Magburaka has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 79°F in January, while summers reach an average of 78°F in July. The area receives 180 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 118.4 inches.