Sierra Leone

Makeni

Makeni, the capital of Sierra Leone's Northern Province, lies 177 km northeast of the capital, Freetown. As the country's fifth-largest city, it offers modest attractions such as its cathedral.

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

Gateway airport: Lungi International Airport (FNA)
Best season: Nov–Dec
Time zone: Africa/Freetown
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Temples & religious sites

Roman Catholic Diocese of Makeni

The Diocese of Makeni is a Catholic diocese belonging to the Archdiocese of Freetown in Sierra Leone. Its cathedral is Our Lady of Fatima Cathedral.

Average temperature by month

5-year average

28° Jan

29° Feb

29° Mar

28° Apr

27° May

26° Jun

25° Jul

24° Aug

25° Sep

25° Oct

26° Nov

26° Dec

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