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South Luangwa National Park weather in December (Zambia)

Looking to travel to South Luangwa National Park in December? Wondering if it's an optimal time for a visit? This page provides detailed information on the weather conditions for that month.

In December, South Luangwa National Park typically experiences very high temperatures and heavy rainfall. Anticipate daytime temperatures around 32°C, while night temperatures can drop to 22°C. Remember, these are typical temperatures, and certain days could be even hotter. Ensure you wear appropriate clothing to handle the warmth.

South Luangwa National Park in December falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 247 mm for the month. Typically around 19 days of rainfall is expected.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit South Luangwa National Park. May, June, July and August generally stand out with the best circumstances. While January, February, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

South Luangwa National Park, monthly averages in December

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 22°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 32°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 62%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 247 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 19 days  

Where to go in Zambia in December

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

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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 South Luangwa National Park in December?

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 in December.

Cycling
7/10
Walking
7/10
Camping
6/10
Outdoor sports
7/10

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