Monrovia, Liberia Climate & Monthly Averages
The climate of Monrovia
Located in Liberia, Monrovia experiences a tropical rainforest climate with steady heat, high humidity and frequent downpours in every month. Afternoon temperatures peak near 85°F (29°C) in April and dip to about 80°F (26°C) in August, with around 141.7 inches (3598 mm) of precipitation falling across the year.
Climate quick facts
- Hottest month: April - highs near 85°F (29°C)
- Coldest month: August - highs near 80°F (26°C)
- Record high: 92°F (34°C) · Record low: 69°F (20°C) (2015–2024)
- Wettest month: August (28 rainy days) · Sunniest: February (10.2 h sun/day)
- Climate type: tropical rainforest - steady heat, high humidity and frequent downpours in every month
Temperatures through the year
The warmest stretch of the year centers on April. Highs average 85°F (29°C) and overnight lows stay near 77°F (25°C). The coolest month is August, with typical highs of 80°F (26°C) and lows around 74°F (23°C). Based on 2015–2024 weather data, temperatures have reached as high as 92°F (34°C) and dropped as low as 69°F (20°C).
Rain, sun and snow
August is usually the wettest month. It brings about 23.8 inches (605 mm) of rain over 28 days, while February is the driest. February brings the most sunshine, averaging 10.2 hours of sun a day.
Monthly climate table
| Month | High | Low | Rain days | Precipitation | Sunshine | Humidity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 85° | 75° | 18 | 2.8 in | 10.0 h/day | 85% |
| February | 85° | 76° | 16 | 2.8 in | 10.2 h/day | 86% |
| March | 85° | 76° | 21 | 4.7 in | 9.7 h/day | 87% |
| April | 85° | 77° | 26 | 6.2 in | 9.5 h/day | 87% |
| May | 84° | 76° | 30 | 13.2 in | 8.4 h/day | 89% |
| June | 82° | 74° | 30 | 22.6 in | 7.4 h/day | 90% |
| July | 80° | 74° | 29 | 19.2 in | 7.3 h/day | 87% |
| August | 80° | 74° | 28 | 23.8 in | 6.6 h/day | 88% |
| September | 80° | 74° | 29 | 22.2 in | 6.7 h/day | 91% |
| October | 82° | 74° | 30 | 13.6 in | 8.4 h/day | 90% |
| November | 83° | 74° | 28 | 7.2 in | 9.5 h/day | 89% |
| December | 85° | 75° | 20 | 3.3 in | 10.1 h/day | 85% |
Monrovia month by month
Monrovia weather in January
January brings highs around 85°F (29°C), lows near 75°F (24°C), about 18 wet days.
Monrovia weather in February
February brings highs around 85°F (29°C), lows near 76°F (24°C), about 16 wet days - typically the driest month and the sunniest month of the year in Monrovia.
Monrovia weather in March
March brings highs around 85°F (29°C), lows near 76°F (25°C), about 21 wet days.
Monrovia weather in April
April brings highs around 85°F (29°C), lows near 77°F (25°C), about 26 wet days - typically the hottest month of the year in Monrovia.
Monrovia weather in May
May brings highs around 84°F (29°C), lows near 76°F (24°C), about 30 wet days.
Monrovia weather in June
June brings highs around 82°F (28°C), lows near 74°F (24°C), about 30 wet days.
Monrovia weather in July
July brings highs around 80°F (27°C), lows near 74°F (23°C), about 29 wet days.
Monrovia weather in August
August brings highs around 80°F (26°C), lows near 74°F (23°C), about 28 wet days - typically the coldest month and the wettest month of the year in Monrovia.
Monrovia weather in September
September brings highs around 80°F (27°C), lows near 74°F (23°C), about 29 wet days.
Monrovia weather in October
October brings highs around 82°F (28°C), lows near 74°F (23°C), about 30 wet days.
Monrovia weather in November
November brings highs around 83°F (28°C), lows near 74°F (24°C), about 28 wet days.
Monrovia weather in December
December brings highs around 85°F (29°C), lows near 75°F (24°C), about 20 wet days.
Seasons in Monrovia
March through May
March through May in Monrovia runs hot, with daytime highs averaging 84°F (29°C) and nights around 76°F (25°C); expect showers on roughly 76 days across the season. With the humidity factored in, afternoons often feel hotter than the thermometer reads - run the numbers through the humidity and dew point converter to see why.
June through August
June through August in Monrovia brings comfortable warmth, with daytime highs averaging 80°F (27°C) and nights around 74°F (23°C); expect showers on roughly 87 days across the season.
September through November
September through November in Monrovia brings hot afternoons, with daytime highs averaging 82°F (28°C) and nights around 74°F (23°C); expect showers on roughly 88 days across the season.
December through February
December through February in Monrovia runs hot, with daytime highs averaging 85°F (29°C) and nights around 75°F (24°C); expect showers on roughly 54 days across the season.
Climate questions, answered
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Best time to visit Monrovia
The best time to visit Monrovia is generally May to October, when these months combine the driest skies with the most comfortable heat. Daytime temperatures in that window typically sit near 81°F (27°C).
Pack for Monrovia with a compact umbrella or rain shell - showers are a regular feature; moisture-wicking fabrics to cope with the humidity. Evenings can feel noticeably cooler than afternoons - April nights average 77°F (25°C).
Monrovia temperature records (2015-2024)
Derived from ERA5 reanalysis data, 2015–2024. Official station records may differ.