Liberia Monrovia East Mission
The Liberia Monrovia East Mission is one of 2 missions of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Liberia, centered on Monrovia. Below you’ll find tips for letters and packages, weather, language and temples.
At a glance
- LanguageMissionaries here usually teach in English; your call letter tells you your exact language.
- WeatherNear Monrovia, the warmest month is usually April (average high about 83°F / 29°C) and the coolest is September (average low about 77°F / 25°C), with roughly 2,978 mm of rain a year. The wettest months are June and October.
- The Church hereLiberia has about 25,767 Church members.
This is an unofficial family guide, not affiliated with the Church; always follow your call packet and the Missionary Portal.
Mission office
Address & phone
We haven’t verified this mission’s office address, phone or email yet — use the contacts in your call packet or the Missionary Portal. as of October 8, 2026
Mission leaders
Who leads the mission
Not yet verified — not matched in the 2024–2026 Newsroom announcements (the mission may have been renamed). Check your Missionary Portal → About My Mission. as of October 8, 2026
Official Church area websiteAfrica West Area: official news and contacts →Letters & packages
How to send letters & packages
Import duties and customs delays are common here. Many parents send small padded envelopes or use the pouch/letter options from the call packet; declare low values honestly and avoid sending valuables.
- Your missionary can email weekly on P-day (preparation day: their weekly day for errands, letters and rest); letters and packages are optional extras.
- Confirm the current mailing address with the mission office or the call packet before sending — offices move.
- Small, padded envelopes usually travel faster and cheaper than boxes; declare contents honestly and avoid restricted items.
Weather & climate
Seasons, rain & live weather
Profile: tropical, very-wet · about 2978 mm of rain a year · wettest months: Jun, Oct.
Monthly averages
| Avg high | Avg low | Rain | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 83°F / 28°C | 79°F / 26°C | 77 mm |
| Feb | 83°F / 28°C | 79°F / 26°C | 81 mm |
| Mar | 83°F / 28°C | 79°F / 26°C | 114 mm |
| Apr | 83°F / 29°C | 80°F / 27°C | 151 mm |
| May | 83°F / 28°C | 79°F / 26°C | 353 mm |
| Jun | 81°F / 27°C | 78°F / 25°C | 628 mm |
| Jul | 80°F / 27°C | 77°F / 25°C | 434 mm |
| Aug | 79°F / 26°C | 77°F / 25°C | 443 mm |
| Sep | 80°F / 26°C | 77°F / 25°C | 501 mm |
| Oct | 81°F / 27°C | 77°F / 25°C | 348 mm |
| Nov | 82°F / 28°C | 78°F / 26°C | 219 mm |
| Dec | 83°F / 28°C | 79°F / 26°C | 112 mm |
Monthly averages computed from Open-Meteo historical weather data (2016–2025, ERA5 reanalysis) for a ~1° grid cell near the mission city. Approximate; local altitude and coast effects vary.
Language
What you’ll speak
English
English uses the Latin alphabet; spelling is irregular, so listen a lot. Accents vary widely by region (US South, Caribbean, Scottish, Australian, Nigerian, etc.).
Assignments can include other languages; your call letter states your language.
Nearby temples
Closest temples & distances
- Monrovia Liberia Temple — Announced (3 October 2021) · in or near Monrovia
- Freetown Sierra Leone Temple — Under construction (19 March 2022) · about 224 mi (360 km) from Monrovia
The Church in Liberia
Members & congregations
- Official Languages
- English
- Church Membership
- 25,767
- Congregations
- 86 (51 Wards, 35 Branches)
- Number of Missions
- 1
- Operating Temples
- 0
Newsroom Facts & Statistics · updated Fri Mar 06 2026
Practical
Time zone, currency, calling code
- Time zone
- Africa/Monrovia
- Currency
- LRD
- Country code
- +231
- U.S. travel advisory
- Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution as of 2026-10-08
Culture & food
Customs & local food
- The Liberian handshake ends with a finger snap.
- Respect elders.
Foods: Rice with palm butter, Cassava leaf, Fufu
Common questions
Quick answers
How do I send a package to a missionary in the Liberia Monrovia East Mission?
Import duties and customs delays are common here. Many parents send small padded envelopes or use the pouch/letter options from the call packet; declare low values honestly and avoid sending valuables. Confirm the current address with the mission office first.
What language do missionaries speak in the Liberia Monrovia East Mission?
Most missionaries here serve in English. Your call letter states the language you will teach in.
What is the weather like in the Liberia Monrovia East Mission?
Near Monrovia, the warmest month is usually April (average high about 83°F / 29°C) and the coolest is September (average low about 77°F / 25°C), with roughly 2,978 mm of rain a year. The wettest months are June and October. Use the packing list from your call packet as the final word.
Other missions in Liberia
Other missions nearby
Next steps
Official: Missionary Portal · Missionary resources