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Port Loko
City in North Western, Sierra Leone
Overview
Port Loko is a lively town in Sierra Leone's North Western region, known for its friendly atmosphere and strategic importance as a crossroads for travelers heading to Freetown and Lungi Airport. Local markets and a blend of rural and urban areas make Port Loko a lively and authentic experience for visitors.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Sierra Leone
Province
North Western
Population
44,900
Time Zone
Africa/Freetown
Coordinates
8.77°, -12.79°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
45
Female Safety
35
LGBTQ+ Safety
20
Traffic Safety
30
Food Safety
30
Monthly Cost
$420
Local Cost
$212
Local Income
$70
Cashless
20
English
65
Temperature
26.7°C
Summer Avg
25.5°C
Winter Avg
26.2°C
Record High
43.3°C
Record Low
11.8°C
Humidity
78%
Precipitation
2433 mm
City Vibrancy
3
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
2
Parks
1
Transport
0
Walk Score
0
Footways
—
Airport
FNA
Distance
48 km
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Frequently Asked Questions
Data sources
Source-backed data
NASA POWER - Climate normals and monthly weather measurements rendered as city weather metrics. Updated 2026-03-22.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-06.
OpenStreetMap transport extract - Walkability, footway density, and airport access metrics derived from mapped transport features. Updated 2025-12-05.
Oyster List city price model - City price estimates calibrated from local price surveys and jurisdiction-level cost signals. Updated 2026-01-14.
Estimated data
Oyster List AI-assisted estimates - Safety, lifestyle, income, and practical scores are model-assisted estimates derived from source-backed country and city signals. Confidence 57/100.
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