Weather in Gbarnga, Liberia 🇱🇷
Live weather in Gbarnga, currently 20°C with fog. View the 7-day forecast, hourly conditions, and air quality index. Gbarnga is in Liberia — see weather across all major cities in Liberia, or browse the hottest cities right now worldwide.
20.3°C
feels like 23.5°C
Fog
Current Weather in Gbarnga, Liberia Updated at 12:15 AM today
| 💧 Humidity: | 100% |
| 🌬️ Wind: | 3.6 kph (215°) |
| 🌡️ Pressure: | 1015.0 mb |
| 👁️ Visibility: | 0.0 km |
| 🌧️ Precipitation: | 0.0 mm |
| ☁️ Cloud Cover: | 100% |
| ☀️ UV Index: | 0.0 |
| 🌅 Sunrise: | 06:29 AM |
| 🌇 Sunset: | 06:42 PM |
What is the weather like in Gbarnga right now?
Gbarnga is a comfortable 20°C tonight, with fog. Mist is softening every outline in view. It feels a little warmer than it reads, nearer 24°C. It's oppressively muggy, humidity sitting at 100%.
Breathe easy: air quality reads good, EPA index 1. The sun rose at 06:29 AM and sets at 06:42 PM, for 12h 13m of daylight. You can barely see 0 km ahead right now.
Expect rain — a 94% chance, and as much as 11 mm. Dry for now, but showers look likely from about 10am. Today is cooler than normal — around 3°C under the typical September high of 27°C.
Expect a changeable 7 days, and pack for rain around Wednesday. For context, the record high for this date in Gbarnga is 32°C.
Ideal conditions in Gbarnga today — get out and enjoy it.
7-Day Weather Forecast for Gbarnga, Liberia 🇱🇷
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Hourly Weather Forecast for Gbarnga, Liberia 🇱🇷 Today
Air Quality Index in Gbarnga, Liberia 🇱🇷 (AQI)
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| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| US EPA Index: | 1 (Good) |
| UK DEFRA Index: | 1 (Low) |
| CO: | 201.0 µg/m³ |
| O3: | 34.0 µg/m³ |
| NO2: | 3.1 µg/m³ |
| SO2: | 0.4 µg/m³ |
| PM2.5: | 4.3 µg/m³ |
| PM10: | 5.3 µg/m³ |
About Gbarnga
Gbarnga, the bustling capital of Bong County in central Liberia, sits among rolling green hills and forest fragments along the Saint Paul River. Known as a lively market hub, the city pulses with the energy of traders and students from nearby Cuttington University. The vibe is grounded and resilient—a crossroads where rural life meets regional commerce. While not a tourist magnet, Gbarnga offers a genuine slice of Liberian interior life, with its sprawling open-air market, dusty red roads, and the quiet rhythm of small-town West Africa.
The climate falls under the Köppen Am classification—tropical monsoon. This means a distinct wet season from May to October, when heavy downpours drench the city under thick cloud cover, and humidity hovers near oppressive levels. Temperatures stay warm year-round, averaging 25–30°C (77–86°F). The dry season from November to April brings less rain but intense heat, with afternoons often hot and hazy. Pack light, breathable fabrics for daily wear, a sturdy umbrella or rain jacket for the monsoons, and long sleeves for the cooler evenings during the dry spell.
The best time to visit weather-wise is the heart of the dry season, from December to February, when skies clear and humidity drops. A notable phenomenon is the Harmattan, a dusty wind from the Sahara that sweeps in between December and February, sometimes reducing visibility and leaving a fine grit on everything. While hurricanes are nonexistent, the monsoon rains can cause localized flooding, especially in low-lying areas. Travelers should keep an eye on the forecast for sudden downpours or poor air quality during Harmattan events.
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