Kasama Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit
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.
Monthly Temperature in Kasama
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.
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Temperature ranges by month
Rainfall in Kasama
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 days. For more details, please visit our Kasama Precipitation page.
The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail, and snow
The average number of days each month with precipitation
Sunshine Hours in Kasama
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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Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
Humidity in Kasama by Month
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.
Relative humidity over the year
Wind Speed in Kasama
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?
The mean monthly wind speed over the year (meters per second)
Kasama 3-Day Forecast
Check the conditions for any month of the year.
Best Time to Visit Kasama
Kasama has warm weather with temperatures ranging from 26°C (79°F) to 33°C (91°F) throughout the year. The best time to visit is during May, June, July, August, September and October, when rainfall is at its lowest, making it a great time for sightseeing and exploring all the place has to offer.For a more comfortable experience, start your day early when the weather is cooler, or take advantage of the gentle breezes in the late afternoon.
The rainy season occurs during January, February, March and December, when the area experiences its heaviest rainfall. Ready to plan your travels but need destination ideas? Our smart tool recommends places based on the climate conditions you prefer. Start planning with our destination weather tool.
