Makeni weather
At 7:15 PM local time it was mostly clear and 25°C (78°F). Mostly light, on-and-off rain; heavier around 10 PM, 11 PM, 12 AM (7.4 mm total). Best months for weather: Nov–Feb. Below: today's sky, the hour-by-hour rain chance and the 16-day forecast for Makeni, Northern Province, Sierra Leone.
Current conditions
- Clouds
- 45%
- Chance of rain
- 88%
- Rain
- 0.1 mm/h
Hourly Forecast
Mostly light, on-and-off rain; heavier around 10 PM, 11 PM, 12 AM (7.4 mm total)
Daily Forecast
Best Time to Visit
Peak season Nov–FebOff season Jun–Sep
About Makeni weather
Is it raining in Makeni right now?
No. It’s mostly clear and 25° right now. Mostly light, on-and-off rain; heavier around 10 PM, 11 PM, 12 AM (7.4 mm total).
What’s the weather like in Makeni this week?
Over the next 7 days, expect highs of 31–32° and lows of 23–24°. Rain is likely on 6 of 7 days (Saturday, Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday). The driest day looks like Friday.
Has it been raining in Makeni lately?
In the past 7 days, Makeni had 6 rainy days and 24.1 mm of rain in total.
What should I pack for Makeni?
For the coming week, bring an umbrella or rain jacket, light, breathable clothes and sunscreen.
Makeni weather by month
When is the best time to visit Makeni?
Based on weather alone, the best time to visit Makeni is Nov–Feb, according to NASA's 2001–2025 climate averages. Jun–Sep tends to be the least pleasant. Average highs run from 27°C (81°F) in August to 36°C (97°F) in March.
What is the rainiest month in Makeni?
August is the wettest month, with about 570 mm (22.4 in) of rain on average. January is the driest, with about 1 mm (0.0 in).
What is the hottest month in Makeni?
March is the warmest, with average highs of 36°C (97°F) and lows of 23°C (73°F). August is the coolest, with highs of 27°C (81°F) and lows of 21°C (70°F).
Does Makeni have a rainy season?
Yes. Jun–Oct is the rainy season (150 mm or more a month), while Nov–Apr is usually dry (under 60 mm).
Sources: 2001–2025 monthly averages from NASA POWER (MERRA-2 reanalysis), forecast and current conditions from Open-Meteo. Page updated . How we rate months