Freetown has tropical weather. The rainy or wet seasons start in May and last until November. After that, this city has a dry season for several months. Its location close to the desert also gives Freetown a touch of desert weather. December to April might be the hottest season of the whole year in Freetown. However, between December and February, the wind brings more moisture from the Sahara Desert, increasing the humidity and making the weather much cooler and more comfortable. The temperature in Freetown remains approximately 15 degrees Celsius to 38 degrees Celsius, with an average of 28 degrees Celsius.

National Railway Museum This is the best spot in Freetown to learn more about the history of Freetown and Sierra Leone. You can return to the past when the old railway company operated before it stopped in 1975. The train and other information here show the history of this mode of transportation, whether for transportation, trade, or war. The Cotton Tree Freetown is home to one of the oldest cotton trees in the country. It is within walking distance of the cathedral. This tree is said to be 500 years old because documents published in 1787 mention it. Furthermore, this tree also has other functions. Many slaves who returned from the war and gained freedom were stopped in front of this old cotton tree. They kneeled and prayed to express their gratitude for their freedom. The Beaches Freetown also has many beautiful beaches. Best of all, you can also enjoy seafood there. The fresh ingredients at local restaurants around the beach have become a popular thing tourists try when visiting Freetown.

Fufu This gelatinous food is a nice replacement for rice. You can eat it with stews or saucy sources. It uses fermentation to turn the ingredient into Fufu. Therefore, you can taste an acidic flavour from it. The acidic flavour of Fufu is a perfect choice to pair with strong-flavoured foods, such as groundnut soup. Yebeh If you love stew, Yebeh is a must. This stew has many ingredients, such as potatoes, yams, and more. Most of the time, you also can find meat and fish added to Yebeh. The combination of these ingredients with mushy sauce is one of the delicious foods you should try here. Falafel It is a Middle Eastern cuisine. But you can find many Lebanese who have lived here for a long time. Therefore, they also brought this cuisine to Freetown. Since then, Falafel has spread and become more popular and liked by many locals.

The hotel is the best choice for a place to stay in Freetown. However, you should remember one thing: They are quite expensive. We have tried to look for the most affordable one, at least under $50 per night, but we couldn't find one. Therefore, we recommend having a blast at the hotel. Do not worry about the price; get the most comfortable one. It is necessary if you want to enjoy your time in Freetown.

Do not worry about language. English is widely used in Freetown. Therefore, you can easily communicate in English with other people, sellers, or any service provider. Also, when you arrive at the airport, make sure you prepare some cash. Exchange it with local currency for easier transactions. Then, acquire a SIM Card at the airport as well. You will need it to access the internet and communicate during your Freetown stay.