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Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best time to visit Kasama.
Kasama, Zambia, enjoys a steady climate throughout the year, with daytime temperatures typically around 28°C (82°F). October is the warmest month at 33°C (91°F), while July is the coolest at 26°C (79°F).
With around 1259 mm (50 in) of annual rainfall, Kasama has a notably wet climate. However, this rainfall is not evenly distributed, the city has distinct dry (May to October) and wet (December to March) seasons. The wettest month is January. The sunniest month is July, with 10.2 hours of sunshine per day on average.
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The temperature in Kasama remains steady throughout the year, providing a consistently very warm climate. Average daytime temperatures reach a very warm 33°C (91°F) in October. In July, the coolest month of the year, temperatures drop to a comfortable 26°C (79°F).
At night, temperatures range from around 19°C (66°F) in October to 12°C (54°F) in July.
Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.
Kasama has a relatively rainy climate with high precipitation levels, averaging 1259 mm (50 in) of rainfall annually. Kasama can be quite wet during January, receiving approximately 281 mm (11 in) of precipitation over 22 rainy days.
In contrast, during the driest month (June), you will experience much drier conditions, with 0.4 mm (0.02 in) of precipitation spread across 0 rainy days. For more details, please visit our Kasama Precipitation page.
Kasama can be enjoyed more throughout the sunniest month of July under a blue sky, with approximately 10.2 hours of sunshine daily. In contrast, the city experiences much darker days in January, with only 4.4 hours of sunlight per day.
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The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Kasama.
The city experiences its highest humidity in January, reaching 83%. In September, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 44%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
The average wind speed over the year ranges from 1 m/s (2 knots) to 3 m/s (6 knots). It is lower in January, February, March and December and higher in July, August and September. What does this mean?
Monthly ratings reflect general weather comfort, based on daytime temperature and rainfall. Swimming and winter conditions are highlighted separately where relevant.
April, May, June, July and August typically offer the most optimal weather in Kasama. In contrast, January and December tend to have less optimal conditions. Kasama has distinct dry (May to October) and wet (December to March) seasons.
Daytime highs range from 26°C (79°F) in July to 33°C (91°F) in October. Nighttime lows range from 12°C (54°F) to 19°C (66°F). Temperatures stay relatively stable year-round.
Annual rainfall is around 1259 mm (50 in). January is the wettest month with 281 mm (11 in), while June is the driest with 0.4 mm (0.02 in).
Kasama receives around 2,757 hours of sunshine per year. July is the sunniest month with 307 hours, while January is the cloudiest with just 132 hours. Overall, Kasama enjoys abundant sunshine.
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