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Sanniquellie, Liberia
Nimba · Liberia
Sanniquellie is a small city in Nimba, Liberia with a population of 17,895. Elevation: 1,411 ft (430 m). Average temperature: 76°F (24°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Sanniquellie
Sanniquellie is a city and the capital of Nimba County and Sanniquellie-Mahn District, Liberia. It is located in the north-east of the country at coordinates 07°21'49" N 008°42'40" W. The average altitude of the city is 420 metres above the sea level. As of the 2008 national census, the population stood at 11,415. The most represented tribes are Mano, Gio and Mandingo.
People
Climate
| Population | 17,895 |
| Population Density | 84 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,411 ft (430 m) |
| Coordinates | 7.3622°, -8.7133° |
| Timezone | Africa/Monrovia |
| Country | 🇱🇷 Liberia |
| State / Province | Nimba |
| Average Temperature | 76°F (24°C) |
| January Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 85.6 inches (2,175 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Sanniquellie
Sanniquellie is a small city in Liberia (Nimba) with a population of 17,895. The city sits at an elevation of 1,411 feet (430 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 76°F (24°C). Temperatures range from 77°F in January to 75°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 85.6 inches. The timezone is Africa/Monrovia.
Climate in Sanniquellie
Sanniquellie has an average annual temperature of 24.4°C (76°F). The hottest month is Mar (26.1°C), the coldest is Aug (23°C). Average annual precipitation is 2721 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 76.0°F |
| 41% above Liberia avg | |
| January Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| Sunny Days | 186 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,411 ft (430 m) |
| Area | 213.9 sq mi (554.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 84/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 7.3622°N, 8.7133°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Monrovia |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 77°F (25°C) | 0.7 in | Driest |
| February | 77°F (25°C) | 2.2 in | |
| March | 76°F (25°C) | 4.8 in | |
| April | 77°F (25°C) | 5.5 in | |
| May | 77°F (25°C) | 6.5 in | |
| June | 75°F (24°C) | 11.1 in | |
| July | 75°F (24°C) | 12.9 in | |
| August | 73°F (23°C) | 12.1 in | Coldest |
| September | 76°F (25°C) | 15.4 in | Wettest |
| October | 77°F (25°C) | 9.3 in | Warmest |
| November | 77°F (25°C) | 3.9 in | |
| December | 76°F (24°C) | 1.3 in |
Sanniquellie has a seasonal temperature swing of 4°F / from 73°F in August to 77°F in October. Total annual precipitation is 85.6 inches, with September being the wettest month (15.4") and January the driest (0.7").
Schools in Sanniquellie
10 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| St.Mary High School | — | — | — | — |
| Zolowee Public School | — | — | — | — |
| New Sanniquellie Pre-primary Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Levi H.Martin Baptist school | — | — | — | — |
| St. Esther's Kingdom Guidain School | — | — | — | — |
| St.Mary's Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| True Vine Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Vehyipa Public School | — | — | — | — |
| Prince Purposed High School | — | — | — | — |
| Sanniquellie Central High School | — | — | — | — |
Farmers Markets in Sanniquellie
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Big market |
Hotels in Sanniquellie
1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Sanniquellie
1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Sanniquellie
2 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Sanniquellie
6 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Sanniquellie
3 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Nimba Airport | NIA | Small Airport |
| Nzérékoré Airport | NZE | Small Airport |
| United Methodist Mission Airfield | — | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Sanniquellie
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| First United Methodist Church |
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What is the population of Sanniquellie?
Sanniquellie has a population of 17,895 residents and is located in Liberia. The population density is 84 people per square mile, spread across 213.9 square miles.
What is the weather like in Sanniquellie?
Sanniquellie has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 76°F (24°C). Winter temperatures average 77°F in January, while summers reach an average of 75°F in July. The area receives 186 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 85.6 inches.