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Masaka
City in Northern, Sierra Leone
Overview
Masaka is a small town in Sierra Leone's Northern Province, offering authentic local experiences amidst lively community life and rural landscapes. With its market, historical ties, and proximity to hills and farmland, Masaka provides a warm welcome to those venturing off the beaten path.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Sierra Leone
Province
Northern
Population
3,219
Time Zone
Africa/Freetown
Coordinates
8.66°, -11.80°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
40
Female Safety
35
LGBTQ+ Safety
20
Traffic Safety
45
Food Safety
30
Monthly Cost
$330
Local Cost
$155
Local Income
$70
Cashless
8
English
30
Temperature
26.7°C
Summer Avg
25.1°C
Winter Avg
27.0°C
Record High
42.7°C
Record Low
13.4°C
Humidity
76%
Precipitation
2037 mm
City Vibrancy
—
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
0
Parks
0
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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 2025-12-07.
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 40/100.
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