Freetown in July

November through April is dry season — your best window. Temperatures hover around 85°F, humidity drops, and rain's rare. December and January are peak months when diaspora Sierra Leoneans return for holidays, so book accommodations early. March and April get hot and dusty as Harmattan winds blow in from the Sahara. But crowds thin out and prices drop. May through October brings heavy rains that flood streets and shut down parts of the city. Some travelers love the dramatic thunderstorms and lush green landscape, but getting around becomes a real challenge. Many roads become impassable, and power outages increase. If you do visit during rainy season, bring waterproof everything and expect to spend more time indoors.