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Pendembu, Sierra Leone
Eastern Province · Sierra Leone
Pendembu is a small city in Eastern Province, Sierra Leone with a population of 8,780. Elevation: 669 ft (204 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Pendembu
Pendembu is a town in Kailahun District in the Eastern Province of Sierra Leone. The town population was 7,243 at the 2004 census but increased to 20,502 according to a more recent estimate. Pendembu lies approximately 36 miles from Kenema and about 235 east of Freetown. Pendembu is a trade center and is one of the main towns in Eastern Sierra Leone.
People
Climate
| Population | 8,780 |
| Population Density | 4 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 669 ft (204 m) |
| Coordinates | 8.0981°, -10.6943° |
| Timezone | Africa/Freetown |
| Country | 🇸🇱 Sierra Leone |
| State / Province | Eastern Province |
| Average Temperature | 79°F (26°C) |
| January Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 105.3 inches (2,675 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Pendembu
Pendembu is a small city in Sierra Leone (Eastern Province) with a population of 8,780. The city sits at an elevation of 669 feet (204 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 79°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 77°F in January to 77°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 105.3 inches. The timezone is Africa/Freetown.
Climate in Pendembu
Pendembu 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 2338 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 78.8°F |
| 46% above Sierra Leone avg | |
| January Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| Sunny Days | 164 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 669 ft (204 m) |
| Area | 2,150.7 sq mi (5,570.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 4/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 8.0981°N, 10.6943°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Freetown |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 77°F (25°C) | 0.6 in | Driest |
| February | 80°F (27°C) | 1.5 in | |
| March | 82°F (28°C) | 4.6 in | Warmest |
| April | 81°F (27°C) | 6.5 in | |
| May | 80°F (27°C) | 9.8 in | |
| June | 79°F (26°C) | 12.2 in | |
| July | 77°F (25°C) | 13.5 in | |
| August | 77°F (25°C) | 17.2 in | Coldest, Wettest |
| September | 78°F (26°C) | 17.1 in | |
| October | 79°F (26°C) | 13.2 in | |
| November | 79°F (26°C) | 7.1 in | |
| December | 77°F (25°C) | 2.1 in |
Pendembu has a seasonal temperature swing of 5°F / from 77°F in August to 82°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 105.3 inches, with August being the wettest month (17.2") and January the driest (0.6").
Schools in Pendembu
7 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| S.L.M.B Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| Ahmadiyya | - | - | - | - |
| K.D.E. C Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Ahmadyya Muslim Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Ahmadiyya Muslim Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Methodist Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| 1 Mile Community Barray | - | - | - | - |
Libraries in Pendembu
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Library Board Kailahun Town | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Pendembu
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Elizabeth Momoh's Market | |||||
| Jusu Sama | |||||
| Kailahun town Market | |||||
| Maliki Bangular's Shop | |||||
| Manosewallu Market | |||||
| Manosewallu Market | |||||
| Manowa Center Market | |||||
| Market | |||||
| Mbelebu big Market | |||||
| Mbelebu big Market | |||||
| Mohamed Kargbo's Market | |||||
| Nancy Jojoe | |||||
| Open Table Market | |||||
| Sia Bindi |
Restaurants in Pendembu
4 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Pendembu
3 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Pendembu
4 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Pendembu
5 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Kenema Airport | KEN | Medium Airport |
| Yengema Airport | WYE | Medium Airport |
| Bella Yella Airport | BYL | Small Airport |
| Foya Airport | FOY | Small Airport |
| Tongo Airport | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Pendembu
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Konovulahun Mosque |
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What is the population of Pendembu?
Pendembu has a population of 8,780 residents and is located in Sierra Leone. The population density is 4 people per square mile, spread across 2,150.7 square miles.
What is the weather like in Pendembu?
Pendembu has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 77°F in January, while summers reach an average of 77°F in July. The area receives 164 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 105.3 inches.