Bushrod Island
Island Island in the Mesurado River containing residential districts
Island in Monrovia’s harbor that contains the Port of Monrovia and urban neighbourhoods; visitors encounter industrial docks, coastal markets, and ferry links to Liberia’s capital.
Bushrod Island is an island in Montserrado County within the estuarine area of Monrovia, Liberia, forming part of the city’s harbour and urban zone.
The island developed alongside Monrovia’s growth as Liberia’s capital and principal port, with its shoreline increasingly used for shipping and industrial facilities during the 20th century. Its urban fabric expanded as the city grew.
Situated within the Monrovia metropolitan area in the Mesurado/Monerado estuary, the island lies immediately adjacent to central Monrovia and is administratively part of Montserrado County.
- Urban and port functions: The island is integrated into the Monrovia metropolitan area and contains both industrial port facilities and dense residential neighborhoods.
- Connectivity: Access to and from the island is by road and bridges from the central city area, making it part of Monrovia's continuous urban fabric.
What to See #
- Freeport of Monrovia: Location of the Freeport of Monrovia, Liberia's principal seaport, which occupies part of the island's shoreline and handles the country's major commercial shipping traffic.
How to Get to Bushrod Island #
Bushrod Island is accessed from Monrovia by road and ferry services that cross the Mesurado River; Roberts International Airport (ROB) is the international gateway, about 40-50 minutes’ drive depending on traffic. Local taxis and minibuses provide island transport; check current local advice for security and schedules.
Tips for Visiting Bushrod Island #
- Bushrod Island includes parts of Monrovia and can be busy - check local security and travel advice before visiting.
- Public ferries and small boats connect the island to other parts of Montserrado County; local knowledge is essential for the safest crossings.
- Visit markets early for the liveliest trade and the best sense of the island's daily rhythms.
Best Time to Visit Bushrod Island #
Visit in the dry season for easier movement and clearer weather.
Weather & Climate near Bushrod Island #
Bushrod Island's climate is classified as Tropical Monsoon - Tropical Monsoon climate with consistently warm temperatures year-round. Temperatures range from 20°C to 33°C. Heavy rainfall (4470 mm/year), wettest in June with a pronounced dry season.
January
January is warm with highs of 32°C and lows of 22°C. Moderate rainfall (40 mm).
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February
February is hot, feeling like 30°C due to high humidity. Moderate rainfall (59 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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March
March is hot, feeling like 30°C due to high humidity. Regular rainfall (95 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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April
April is the hottest month, feeling like 31°C with oppressive humidity. Significant rainfall (160 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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May
May is hot, feeling like 30°C with oppressive humidity. Heavy rain (368 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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June
June is warm with muggy conditions (dew point 23°C). The wettest month with heavy rain (850 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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July
July is warm with muggy conditions (dew point 22°C). Heavy rain (844 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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August
August is warm with muggy conditions (dew point 22°C). Heavy rain (496 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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September
September is warm with muggy conditions (dew point 23°C). Heavy rain (705 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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October
October is warm with muggy conditions (dew point 24°C). Heavy rain (543 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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November
November is warm with muggy conditions (dew point 24°C). Heavy rain (205 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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December
December is warm with muggy conditions (dew point 22°C). Significant rainfall (105 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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