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Port Loko, Sierra Leone
North West · Sierra Leone
Port Loko is a small city in North West, Sierra Leone with a population of 21,308. Elevation: 167 ft (51 m). Average temperature: 80°F (27°C).
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About Port Loko
Port Loko is the capital of Port Loko District and since 2017 the North West Province of Sierra Leone. The city had a population of 21,961 in the 2004 census and current estimate of 44,900. Port Loko lies approximately 57 km (35 mi) north-east of Freetown. The area in and around Port Loko is a major bauxite mining and trade centre. The town lies on the main highway linking Freetown to Guinea's capital Conakry. It also lies on the over-land highway between Freetown and its major airport, Lungi International Airport, although most travellers complete this journey via the much shorter ferry or helicopter transit.
People
Climate
| Population | 21,308 |
| Population Density | 48 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 167 ft (51 m) |
| Coordinates | 8.7661°, -12.7870° |
| Timezone | Africa/Freetown |
| Country | 🇸🇱 Sierra Leone |
| State / Province | North West |
| Average Temperature | 80°F (27°C) |
| January Average | 80°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (25°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 110.4 inches (2,804 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Port Loko
Port Loko is a small city in Sierra Leone (North West) with a population of 21,308. The city sits at an elevation of 167 feet (51 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 110.4 inches. The timezone is Africa/Freetown.
Climate in Port Loko
Port Loko has an average annual temperature of 26.7°C (80°F). The hottest month is Apr (30°C), the coldest is Dec (24.9°C). Average annual precipitation is 3279 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 80.0°F |
| 48% above Sierra Leone avg | |
| January Average | 80°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (25°C) |
| Sunny Days | 187 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 167 ft (51 m) |
| Area | 443.6 sq mi (1,148.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 48/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 8.7661°N, 12.7870°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) | 0.9 in | |
| April | 83°F (28°C) | 2.7 in | Warmest |
| May | 82°F (28°C) | 7.7 in | |
| June | 80°F (26°C) | 13.5 in | |
| July | 78°F (25°C) | 20.5 in | |
| August | 77°F (25°C) | 25.4 in | Coldest, Wettest |
| September | 79°F (26°C) | 18.3 in | |
| October | 79°F (26°C) | 14.1 in | |
| November | 80°F (27°C) | 6.0 in | |
| December | 79°F (26°C) | 1.0 in |
Port Loko has a seasonal temperature swing of 6°F / from 77°F in August to 83°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 110.4 inches, with August being the wettest month (25.4") and January the driest (0.2").
Schools in Port Loko
2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| catholic SS | — | — | — | — |
| Educaid Rolal | — | — | — | — |
Hotels in Port Loko
1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Port Loko
4 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Port Loko
2 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Lungi International Airport | FNA | Large Airport |
| Hastings Airport | HGS | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Port Loko
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| The Door christian life fellowship |
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What is the population of Port Loko?
Port Loko has a population of 21,308 residents and is located in Sierra Leone. The population density is 48 people per square mile, spread across 443.6 square miles.
What is the weather like in Port Loko?
Port Loko 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 187 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 110.4 inches.