Sierra Leone

Kenema

Kenema is a city in southeastern Sierra Leone that has grown through diamond mining and the timber industry. It's a good place to explore an area steeped in mining history.

Updated August 15, 2026 · Edited by the World by City editors

Gateway airport: Lungi International Airport
Best season: Nov–Jan, Mar
Time zone: Africa/Freetown
Sights covered: 1 place

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Temples & religious sites

Roman Catholic Diocese of Kenema

A Roman Catholic diocese in Kenema, Sierra Leone. A place to see the local church and its faith community.

Average temperature by month

5-year average

27° Jan

28° Feb

27° Mar

27° Apr

26° May

24° Jun

24° Jul

23° Aug

24° Sep

24° Oct

25° Nov

25° Dec

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Family travel

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Central & near stations

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Best time to visit

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