South Luangwa National Park Climate by Month
The temperature in South Luangwa National Park varies moderately throughout the year.
The temperatures shift from very hot
to warm.
It is also known for its large amounts of rainfall.
Let's now guide you through the climate details for a complete overview.
Average day and night temperature
In South Luangwa National Park, seasonal changes bring about a moderate variation in temperatures. Typically, daytime temperatures range from a very hot 36°C in October to a comfortable 28°C in the coolest month, July. Nights are cooler, with temperatures generally dropping to 15°C, particularly during the colder months.
The mean minimum and maximum temperatures throughout the year
Precipitation and rainy days
South Luangwa National Park has a relatively rainy climate with high precipitation levels, averaging 1216 mm of rainfall annually. The climate in South Luangwa National Park shows significant variation throughout the year. Expect heavy rainfall in January, with an average of 337 mm of precipitation over 20 rainy days. In contrast, September offers drier and sunnier days, with around 1.3 mm of rainfall over 0 rainy days.The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail and snow
The average number of days each month with precipitation
The best time of year to visit South Luangwa National Park in Zambia
Other facts from our historical weather data:Rainy season in South Luangwa National Park occurs in the months of January, February, March and December.
Yes, the months of May, June, July, August, September and October are very dry.
October has an average maximum temperature of 36°C and is the hottest month of the year.
The coolest month is July with an average maximum temperature of 28°C.
January tops the wettest month list with 337 mm of rainfall.
September is the driest month with 1 mm of precipitation.
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