Liuwa Plain National Park weather in December (Zambia)

What should you pack for a trip to Liuwa Plain National Park in December? Our guide gives you the essential weather details for this month.

Temperatures

Typically, December in Liuwa Plain National Park includes very high temperatures and heavy rainfall. Throughout the day, temperatures typically settle at around 30°C. But by evening, they drop to around 19°C. Typical temperatures can be misleading; some days will be hotter. Prepare with light clothing and plenty of hydration to stay cool.

Precipitation

Liuwa Plain National Park in December falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 227 mm for the month. You can typically expect days of rain this month, based on climate records.

Average sunshine

Expect a lot of sunshine this month, with about 195 hours of sunny weather. The abundant sunlight creates a lively and bright atmosphere.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Liuwa Plain National Park. April, May, June, July and August typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, January, February and December tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Liuwa Plain National Park climate page with graphs.

 

Liuwa Plain National Park, monthly averages in December

Min Temperature 19°C  

Max Temperature 30°C  

Precipitation 227 mm  

Humidity 76%  

Sunshine 195 hours  

Percentage Sunshine  

Where to go in Zambia in December

Find out more about the weather in Zambia and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

Weather conditions Weather

Temperatures

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

It's going to be warm! Consider airy clothing, t-shirts, and other summer clothes. Shorts for men made of cotton or linen are good options for staying cool. However, there's a good chance of rain, so bring a raincoat just in case.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming

7/10

Cycling

7/10

Walking

7/10

Camping

6/10

Outdoor sports

7/10

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