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Sawkta
City in Northern, Sierra Leone
Overview
Sawkta is a small, welcoming town in the Northern region of Sierra Leone, known for its dynamic marketplaces and proximity to scenic river landscapes. Visitors will find a mix of historic sites, busy local life, and access to untapped natural beauty.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Sierra Leone
Province
Northern
Population
—
Time Zone
Africa/Freetown
Coordinates
8.63°, -13.20°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
40
Female Safety
30
LGBTQ+ Safety
25
Traffic Safety
35
Food Safety
40
Monthly Cost
$470
Local Cost
$245
Local Income
$100
Cashless
10
English
65
Temperature
26.4°C
Summer Avg
25.6°C
Winter Avg
26.1°C
Record High
36.6°C
Record Low
16.4°C
Humidity
83%
Precipitation
2569 mm
City Vibrancy
3
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
1
Parks
2
Transport
2
Walk Score
2
Footways
4.0
Airport
FNA
Distance
2 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 2025-12-10.
OpenStreetMap transport extract - Walkability, footway density, and airport access metrics derived from mapped transport features. Updated 2025-12-06.
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 25/100.
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