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Tombu, Sierra Leone

Eastern Province · Sierra Leone

Tombu is a small town in Eastern Province, Sierra Leone with a population of 4,005. Elevation: 1,217 ft (371 m). Average temperature: 76°F (25°C).

Data updated June 2026

4,005 Population 13/sq mi density
1,217 ft Elevation 371 meters
76°F Avg Temperature 25°C
99.8 in Annual Rain
Africa / Freetown Timezone

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People

Population4,005
Density13/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp76°F (25°C)
Rain99.8 in/yr
Sunny Days169/yr
Elevation1,217 ft (371 m)
Population4,005
Population Density13 / sq mi
Elevation1,217 ft (371 m)
Coordinates8.5399°, -10.7313°
TimezoneAfrica/Freetown
Country🇸🇱 Sierra Leone
State / ProvinceEastern Province
Average Temperature76°F (25°C)
January Average74°F (23°C)
July Average74°F (24°C)
Annual Precipitation99.8 inches (2,536 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Tombu

Tombu is a small town in Sierra Leone (Eastern Province) with a population of 4,005. The city sits at an elevation of 1,217 feet (371 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 76°F (25°C). Temperatures range from 74°F in January to 74°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 99.8 inches. The timezone is Africa/Freetown.

Climate in Tombu

Tombu 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 2495 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 0°C / 32°F - / - 12.0
Feb 0°C / 32°F - / - 32.0
Mar 0°C / 32°F - / - 100.0
Apr 0°C / 32°F - / - 153.0
May 0°C / 32°F - / - 235.0
Jun 0°C / 32°F - / - 293.0
Jul 0°C / 32°F - / - 329.0
Aug 0°C / 32°F - / - 388.0
Sep 0°C / 32°F - / - 438.0
Oct 0°C / 32°F - / - 305.0
Nov 0°C / 32°F - / - 172.0
Dec 0°C / 32°F - / - 38.0
Tombu has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 76°F (25°C). Winters average 74°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 169 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual precipitation totals 99.8 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 1,217 feet.

Temperature

74°F Jan (23°C) 74°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average76.3°F
41% above Sierra Leone avg
January Average74°F (23°C)
July Average74°F (24°C)
Sunny Days169 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,217 ft (371 m)
Area314.9 sq mi (815.5 km²)
Population Density13/sq mi
Coordinates8.5399°N, 10.7313°W
TimezoneAfrica/Freetown

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 99.8"
163% above Sierra Leone avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Sep) 17.24"
Driest Month (Jan) 0.47"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1 earthquake (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.4.

Jan 17, 2001 24 km SE of Buedu, Sierra Leone M4.4 73 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 74°F (23°C) 0.5 in Driest
February 77°F (25°C) 1.3 in
March 80°F (26°C) 3.8 in Warmest
April 79°F (26°C) 6.2 in
May 78°F (26°C) 9.6 in
June 76°F (25°C) 11.9 in
July 74°F (24°C) 12.8 in
August 74°F (23°C) 15.8 in Coldest
September 76°F (24°C) 17.2 in Wettest
October 77°F (25°C) 12.8 in
November 77°F (25°C) 6.5 in
December 75°F (24°C) 1.5 in

Tombu has a seasonal temperature swing of 6°F / from 74°F in August to 80°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 99.9 inches, with September being the wettest month (17.2") and January the driest (0.5").

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Schools in Tombu

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Tailoring Department Training Shop - - - -
Rc School - - - -
R C Primary School - - - -
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Farmers Markets in Tombu

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Manosewallu Market
Manosewallu Market
Wanjama Community Market

Restaurants in Tombu

1 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Mariatu Mail Center

Cafes in Tombu

2 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

ABU's Business Hut
Alphajoh Ataiya based

Cinemas in Tombu

1 cinemas within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

One Word Enterment Center

Clinics in Tombu

2 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Gbamandu MCHP
Sukudu Phu

Airports Near Tombu

5 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Kenema AirportKENMedium Airport
Yengema AirportWYEMedium Airport
Foya AirportFOYSmall Airport
Kissidougou AirportKSISmall Airport
Tongo Airport-Small Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
Africa/Freetown

🇸🇱 About Sierra Leone

Capital Freetown
Population 7,650,154
Area 71,740 km²
GDP (USD) $6,415,852,767
GDP per capita $758
HDI 0.477
Life expectancy 61.8 years
Internet users 20.6%
Urban population 44.8%
Currency SLE (Leone)
Languages English
Calling code +232
TLD .sl
Driving side right

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Frequently Asked Questions About Tombu

What is the population of Tombu?

Tombu has a population of 4,005 residents and is located in Sierra Leone. The population density is 13 people per square mile, spread across 314.9 square miles.

What is the weather like in Tombu?

Tombu has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 76°F (25°C). Winter temperatures average 74°F in January, while summers reach an average of 74°F in July. The area receives 169 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 99.8 inches.

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