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Njala, Sierra Leone
Southern Province · Sierra Leone
Njala is a mid-size city in Southern Province, Sierra Leone with a population of 40,000. Elevation: 220 ft (67 m). Average temperature: 80°F (26°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Njala
Njala is a town in Moyamba District in the Southern Province, Sierra Leone. It is 200 km east of Freetown and is home to Njala University, the second largest university in Sierra Leone, after Fourah Bay College. The university attracts student from many West African countries.
People
Climate
| Population | 40,000 |
| Population Density | 15 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 220 ft (67 m) |
| Coordinates | 8.2323°, -12.0156° |
| Timezone | Africa/Freetown |
| Country | 🇸🇱 Sierra Leone |
| State / Province | Southern Province |
| Average Temperature | 80°F (26°C) |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (25°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 108.0 inches (2,743 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Njala
Njala is a mid-size city in Sierra Leone (Southern Province) with a population of 40,000. The city sits at an elevation of 220 feet (67 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 80°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 79°F in January to 78°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 108.0 inches. The timezone is Africa/Freetown.
Climate in Njala
Njala 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 2636 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 79.6°F |
| 47% above Sierra Leone avg | |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (25°C) |
| Sunny Days | 186 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 220 ft (67 m) |
| Area | 2,736.4 sq mi (7,087.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 15/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 8.2323°N, 12.0156°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) | 0.3 in | |
| March | 83°F (28°C) | 0.9 in | |
| April | 83°F (28°C) | 3.0 in | Warmest |
| May | 81°F (27°C) | 8.2 in | |
| June | 79°F (26°C) | 13.4 in | |
| July | 78°F (25°C) | 19.5 in | |
| August | 77°F (25°C) | 23.8 in | Coldest, Wettest |
| September | 78°F (26°C) | 18.8 in | |
| October | 79°F (26°C) | 13.4 in | |
| November | 80°F (27°C) | 5.8 in | |
| December | 78°F (26°C) | 0.8 in |
Njala has a seasonal temperature swing of 6°F / from 77°F in August to 83°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 108.0 inches, with August being the wettest month (23.8") and January the driest (0.2").
Colleges & Universities in Njala
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Geodev | University | - | , |
| LR 1 & Staff Office | College | - | , |
| LR 2 & 3 | College | - | , |
| Njala University | University | - | , |
Radio Stations near Njala
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sierra Network Radio | - | MP3 128 kbps |
Cinemas in Njala
1 cinemas within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Njala
2 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Bo Airport | KBS | Medium Airport |
| Gbangbatok Airport | GBK | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Frequently Asked Questions About Njala
What is the population of Njala?
Njala has a population of 40,000 residents and is located in Sierra Leone. The population density is 15 people per square mile, spread across 2,736.4 square miles.
What is the weather like in Njala?
Njala has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 79°F in January, while summers reach an average of 78°F in July. The area receives 186 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 108.0 inches.