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Yengema, Sierra Leone
Eastern Province · Sierra Leone
Yengema is a small city in Eastern Province, Sierra Leone with a population of 13,358. Elevation: 1,280 ft (390 m). Average temperature: 77°F (25°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Yengema
Yengema is a town in the Nimikoro Chiefdom of Kono District in the Eastern Province of Sierra Leone, lying approximately 6 miles (9.7 km) west of Koidu Town, and about 142 miles (229 km) east of Freetown. The major industries in and around Yengema are diamond mining and agriculture. The town is home to Yengema Airport, the main airfield serving Kono District. A 2012 estimate of Yengema population was 13,358 people.
People
Climate
| Population | 13,358 |
| Population Density | 7 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,280 ft (390 m) |
| Coordinates | 8.7144°, -11.1706° |
| Timezone | Africa/Freetown |
| Country | 🇸🇱 Sierra Leone |
| State / Province | Eastern Province |
| Average Temperature | 77°F (25°C) |
| January Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 103.4 inches (2,627 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Yengema
Yengema is a small city in Sierra Leone (Eastern Province) with a population of 13,358. The city sits at an elevation of 1,280 feet (390 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 77°F (25°C). Temperatures range from 75°F in January to 75°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 103.4 inches. The timezone is Africa/Freetown.
Climate in Yengema
Yengema 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.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 77.2°F |
| 43% above Sierra Leone avg | |
| January Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| Sunny Days | 173 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,280 ft (390 m) |
| Area | 2,027.1 sq mi (5,250.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 7/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 8.7144°N, 11.1706°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Freetown |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 75°F (24°C) | 0.4 in | Driest |
| February | 78°F (26°C) | 1.0 in | |
| March | 80°F (27°C) | 3.1 in | Warmest |
| April | 80°F (27°C) | 5.2 in | |
| May | 79°F (26°C) | 9.5 in | |
| June | 77°F (25°C) | 12.1 in | |
| July | 75°F (24°C) | 14.9 in | |
| August | 75°F (24°C) | 17.7 in | Coldest |
| September | 77°F (25°C) | 17.9 in | Wettest |
| October | 77°F (25°C) | 13.9 in | |
| November | 77°F (25°C) | 6.7 in | |
| December | 75°F (24°C) | 1.3 in |
Yengema has a seasonal temperature swing of 5°F / from 75°F in August to 80°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 103.4 inches, with September being the wettest month (17.9") and January the driest (0.4").
Libraries in Yengema
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jaiama Community Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Yengema
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jaiama Public Market |
Airports Near Yengema
2 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Yengema Airport | WYE | Medium Airport |
| Tongo Airport | - | Small Airport |
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What is the population of Yengema?
Yengema has a population of 13,358 residents and is located in Sierra Leone. The population density is 7 people per square mile, spread across 2,027.1 square miles.
What is the weather like in Yengema?
Yengema has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 77°F (25°C). Winter temperatures average 75°F in January, while summers reach an average of 75°F in July. The area receives 173 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 103.4 inches.