Sierra Leone Bo Mission
The Sierra Leone Bo Mission is one of 2 missions of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Sierra Leone, centered on Bo. It was organized on 1 July 2024. Below you’ll find tips for letters and packages, weather, language and temples.
At a glance
- Mission leadersScott L and Kathy Wyatt began serving around July 2024, according to the Church Newsroom.
- LanguageMissionaries here usually teach in English and Krio; your call letter tells you your exact language.
- WeatherNear Bo, the warmest month is usually February (average high about 96°F / 36°C) and the coolest is January (average low about 72°F / 22°C), with roughly 3,174 mm of rain a year. The wettest months are July, August and September.
- The Church hereSierra Leone has about 41,775 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
Scott L and Kathy Wyatt
Serving since July 2024 · new leaders expected July 2027
Source: Church Newsroom 2024 · as of October 8, 2026
Meet your mission leadersSee their photos on the official Church area site →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, hot-summer, very-wet · about 3174 mm of rain a year · wettest months: Jul, Aug, Sep.
Monthly averages
| Avg high | Avg low | Rain | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 93°F / 34°C | 72°F / 22°C | 10 mm |
| Feb | 96°F / 36°C | 73°F / 23°C | 19 mm |
| Mar | 95°F / 35°C | 75°F / 24°C | 60 mm |
| Apr | 92°F / 33°C | 75°F / 24°C | 122 mm |
| May | 88°F / 31°C | 75°F / 24°C | 261 mm |
| Jun | 85°F / 29°C | 73°F / 23°C | 411 mm |
| Jul | 82°F / 28°C | 72°F / 22°C | 530 mm |
| Aug | 82°F / 28°C | 72°F / 22°C | 567 mm |
| Sep | 83°F / 28°C | 72°F / 22°C | 546 mm |
| Oct | 85°F / 29°C | 73°F / 23°C | 326 mm |
| Nov | 87°F / 30°C | 73°F / 23°C | 136 mm |
| Dec | 89°F / 32°C | 72°F / 22°C | 34 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, Krio
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
- Freetown Sierra Leone Temple — Under construction (19 March 2022) · about 109 mi (175 km) from Bo
- Monrovia Liberia Temple — Announced (3 October 2021) · about 132 mi (212 km) from Bo
The Church in Sierra Leone
Members & congregations
- Official Languages
- English
- Church Membership
- 41,775
- Congregations
- 118 (78 Wards, 40 Branches)
- Number of Missions
- 2
- Operating Temples
- 0
Newsroom Facts & Statistics · updated Fri Mar 06 2026
Practical
Time zone, currency, calling code
- Time zone
- Africa/Freetown
- Currency
- SLE
- Country code
- +232
- U.S. travel advisory
- Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution as of 2026-10-08
- Organized
- 1 July 2024
Culture & food
Customs & local food
- Greetings are important; ask after family.
Foods: Cassava leaves with rice, Groundnut stew, Jollof
Common questions
Quick answers
Who is the mission president of the Sierra Leone Bo Mission?
The mission leaders are Scott L and Kathy Wyatt, who began serving around July 2024, as announced by the Church Newsroom. Mission leaders usually serve about three years, so new leaders are expected around July 2027.
How do I send a package to a missionary in the Sierra Leone Bo 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 Sierra Leone Bo Mission?
Most missionaries here serve in English and Krio. Your call letter states the language you will teach in.
What is the weather like in the Sierra Leone Bo Mission?
Near Bo, the warmest month is usually February (average high about 96°F / 36°C) and the coolest is January (average low about 72°F / 22°C), with roughly 3,174 mm of rain a year. The wettest months are July, August and September. Use the packing list from your call packet as the final word.
When was the Sierra Leone Bo Mission organized?
The mission was organized on 1 July 2024.
Other missions in Sierra Leone
Other missions nearby
Next steps
Official: Missionary Portal · Missionary resources