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Bonthe
City in Southern, Sierra Leone
Overview
Bonthe is a quiet island town in southern Sierra Leone, located on Sherbro Island. Known for its atmospheric colonial remnants and laid-back fishing community, Bonthe offers a glimpse into both the country's history and everyday riverine life. The town is encircled by mangroves and tranquil waterways, making it a serene escape off the beaten path.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Sierra Leone
Province
Southern
Population
—
Time Zone
Africa/Freetown
Coordinates
7.53°, -12.51°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
50
Female Safety
40
LGBTQ+ Safety
20
Traffic Safety
35
Food Safety
30
Monthly Cost
$345
Local Cost
$205
Local Income
$40
Cashless
10
English
35
Temperature
26.7°C
Summer Avg
25.7°C
Winter Avg
27.0°C
Record High
35.4°C
Record Low
18.4°C
Humidity
83%
Precipitation
2009 mm
City Vibrancy
—
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
0
Parks
0
Transport
1
Walk Score
1
Footways
1.0
Airport
BTE
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 2026-03-23.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-09.
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 40/100.
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