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Sawkta, Sierra Leone
Northern Province · Sierra Leone
Sawkta is a small town in Northern Province, Sierra Leone with a population of 3,452. Elevation: 105 ft (32 m). Average temperature: 80°F (27°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Climate
| Population | 3,452 |
| Population Density | 2 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 105 ft (32 m) |
| Coordinates | 8.6323°, -13.2025° |
| Timezone | Africa/Freetown |
| Country | 🇸🇱 Sierra Leone |
| State / Province | Northern Province |
| Average Temperature | 80°F (27°C) |
| January Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 117.9 inches (2,994 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Sawkta
Sawkta is a small town in Sierra Leone (Northern Province) with a population of 3,452. The city sits at an elevation of 105 feet (32 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 117.9 inches. The timezone is Africa/Freetown.
Climate in Sawkta
Sawkta 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 2669 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 80.1°F |
| 48% above Sierra Leone avg | |
| January Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| Sunny Days | 198 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 105 ft (32 m) |
| Area | 2,289.4 sq mi (5,929.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 2/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 8.6323°N, 13.2025°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Freetown |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 80°F (27°C) | 0.1 in | Driest |
| February | 81°F (27°C) | 0.2 in | |
| March | 82°F (28°C) | 0.4 in | |
| April | 83°F (28°C) | 1.8 in | Warmest |
| May | 82°F (28°C) | 6.9 in | |
| June | 80°F (26°C) | 13.3 in | |
| July | 78°F (26°C) | 28.0 in | |
| August | 78°F (25°C) | 31.3 in | Coldest, Wettest |
| September | 79°F (26°C) | 19.7 in | |
| October | 80°F (27°C) | 11.3 in | |
| November | 81°F (27°C) | 4.1 in | |
| December | 80°F (27°C) | 0.7 in |
Sawkta has a seasonal temperature swing of 5°F / from 78°F in August to 83°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 117.9 inches, with August being the wettest month (31.3") and January the driest (0.1").
Museums in Sawkta
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| National Museum | ||||
| National Railway Museum | ||||
| National Railway Museum |
Libraries in Sawkta
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan In | 0.0 | |||||
| Jan In | 0.0 | |||||
| liberty | 0.0 | |||||
| liberty | 0.0 | |||||
| Sierra Leone Library Board | 0.0 | |||||
| Sierra Leone Library Board | 0.0 | |||||
| SL Diocesan's Book Shop | 0.0 | |||||
| SL Diocesan's Book Shop | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Sawkta
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Big Market | |||||
| Brookfield Marketplace | |||||
| BUTTOM MANGO MARKET | |||||
| BUTTOM MANGO MARKET | |||||
| Carpenter Workshop | |||||
| Congo Market | |||||
| Congo Market | |||||
| Congo Town Market | |||||
| Fay Fay Supermarket | |||||
| King Jimmy Market | |||||
| King Jimmy Market | |||||
| KUNTOLOR COMMUNITY MARKET | |||||
| KUNTOLOR COMMUNITY MARKET | |||||
| Lumley Market | |||||
| Lumley Road Market | |||||
| Marie Enterprise | |||||
| Marie Enterprise | |||||
| Market | |||||
| market 3 | |||||
| market 3 | |||||
| Ogoo Farm Marketplace | |||||
| PORTEE MARKET | |||||
| PORTEE MARKET | |||||
| Regent road market | |||||
| Wilberforce Market | |||||
| Wilberforce Market |
Stadiums & Teams in Sawkta
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Sawkta
2 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Lungi International Airport | FNA | Large Airport |
| Hastings Airport | HGS | Small Airport |
Treatment Centers in Sawkta
9 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| APPROVED COMMUNITY HEALTH CENTER | ||
| ARAB EGYPT CLINIC | ||
| COMMUNITY CLINIC | ||
| DENTAL CLINIC | ||
| GINER HALL COMMUNITY HOSPITAL | ||
| KUNTOLOR COMMUNITY HEALTH CENTER | ||
| Looking town clinic | ||
| MABELL HEALTH CENTER | ||
| panasonic |
Quick Facts
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Frequently Asked Questions About Sawkta
What is the population of Sawkta?
Sawkta has a population of 3,452 residents and is located in Sierra Leone. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 2,289.4 square miles.
What is the weather like in Sawkta?
Sawkta 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 198 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 117.9 inches.