Southern Province weather
Today's sky, the hour-by-hour rain chance and the 16-day forecast for Southern Province, Sierra Leone. Like most weather services, we show Southern Province at one spot: Bo, its largest city. At 7:15 PM local time it was drizzle and 25°C (77°F). Mostly light, on-and-off rain; heavier around 7 PM, 9 PM, 10 PM, 5 PM, 6 PM (17.4 mm total). Best months for weather: Nov–Feb.
Current conditions
- Clouds
- 39%
- Chance of rain
- 99%
- Rain
- 2.5 mm/h
Hourly Forecast
Mostly light, on-and-off rain; heavier around 7 PM, 9 PM, 10 PM, 5 PM, 6 PM (17.4 mm total)
Daily Forecast
Best Time to Visit
Peak season Nov–FebOff season Jun–Sep
About Bo weather
Is it raining in Bo right now?
Yes. It’s drizzle and 25° right now. Mostly light, on-and-off rain; heavier around 7 PM, 9 PM, 10 PM, 5 PM, 6 PM (17.4 mm total).
What’s the weather like in Bo this week?
Over the next 7 days, expect highs of 30–32° and lows of 22–23°. Rain is likely on 7 of 7 days (Saturday, Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday). The driest day looks like Friday.
Has it been raining in Bo lately?
In the past 7 days, Bo had 6 rainy days and 26.8 mm of rain in total.
What should I pack for Bo?
For the coming week, bring an umbrella or rain jacket, light, breathable clothes and sunscreen.
Southern Province weather by month
When is the best time to visit Southern Province?
Based on weather alone, the best time to visit Southern Province is Nov–Feb, according to NASA's 2001–2025 climate averages. Jun–Sep tends to be the least pleasant. Average highs run from 28°C (82°F) in August to 35°C (95°F) in March.
What is the rainiest month in Southern Province?
August is the wettest month, with about 440 mm (17.3 in) of rain on average. January is the driest, with about 1 mm (0.0 in).
What is the hottest month in Southern Province?
March is the warmest, with average highs of 35°C (95°F) and lows of 24°C (74°F). August is the coolest, with highs of 28°C (82°F) and lows of 22°C (71°F).
Does Southern Province 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 for Bo), forecast and current conditions from Open-Meteo. Page updated . How we rate months
Compare places in Southern Province
Weather can differ a lot within Southern Province: coasts, hills and mountains each have their own climate.