Choma Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit
Choma, Zambia, experiences moderate temperature changes through the seasons. October is the warmest month with daytime highs of 32°C (90°F), while July is the coolest at 23°C (73°F).
Choma sees a moderate amount of rainfall, totalling around 961 mm (38 in) per year. It experiences distinct dry (April to October) and wet (December to February) seasons, creating some seasonal variation. August is the sunniest month, averaging 10.4 hours of sunshine per day.
Monthly Temperature in Choma
The climate in Choma experiences moderate temperature changes, with mild shifts between seasons. Average maximum daytime temperatures range from a very warm 32°C (90°F) in October, the warmest time of the year, to a comfortable 23°C (73°F) during cooler months like July.
At night, you can expect temperatures ranging from 19°C (66°F) in October to around 9°C (48°F) during July.
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Temperature ranges by month
Rainfall in Choma
Generally, Choma has a moderate amount of precipitation, averaging 961 mm (38 in) of rainfall annually. Significant seasonal changes in precipitation occur throughout the year. In the wettest month, January it receives heavy rainfall, averaging 235 mm (9.3 in) of precipitation, recorded across 18 rainy days. In contrast, the driest month August brings less rainfall, with 0.7 mm (0.03 in) over 0 rainy days. For more details, please visit our Choma 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 Choma
Seasonal changes in sunshine hours are quite dramatic in Choma. While August receives considerable daily sunshine with up to 10.4 hours, February marks the darkest time of the year, where sunshine is scarce with only 6.0 hours of sunlight per day.
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Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
Humidity in Choma by Month
The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Choma.
The city experiences its highest humidity in February, reaching 78%. In September, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 40%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
Relative humidity over the year
Wind Speed in Choma
The mean wind speed over the year ranges from 2 m/s (4 knots) in January, February, March, April, May, June and July to 3 m/s (6 knots) in August, September, October, November and December. What does this mean?
The mean monthly wind speed over the year (meters per second)
Choma 3-Day Forecast
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Best Time to Visit Choma
During the months of April, May, June, July and August, Choma enjoys pleasant weather with average temperatures ranging from 23°C (73°F) to 26°C (79°F). These months are perfect for sightseeing and exploring.Rainfall during this time ranges from 1 mm (0.04 in) in August to 37 mm (1.5 in) in April. This means you can expect a mix of sunny days and occasional showers.
The rainy season falls during January, February and December, bringing heavy precipitation. Need help choosing your next travel destination? We offer a specialized tool that matches you with locations based on your weather preferences. Explore destinations that suit your climate preferences.
