Climate in Lusaka (Zambia)

The graphs below show the monthly weather averages over the year.

Average day and night temperature

The mean minimum and maximum temperatures over the year. Show in Fahrenheit

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Monthly hours of sunshine

The average monthly total hours of sunshine over the year

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Monthly precipitation

The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, snow, hail etc. Show in Inches

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Monthly rainy days

The average number of days each month with rain, snow, hail etc.

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Average humidity

The mean monthly relative humidity over the year

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Average wind speed

The mean monthly wind speed over the year (in meters per second)

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Weather Forecasts for Lusaka

Mon   May 29
26°C | 11°C
E 18 km/h
clear and no rain

clear and no rain

Tue   May 30
27°C | 14°C
E 22 km/h
almost clear and no rain

almost clear and no rain

Wed   May 31
27°C | 14°C
NE 18 km/h
clear and no rain

clear and no rain

The best time of year to visit Lusaka in Zambia

During the months of June and July you are most likely to experience good weather with pleasant average temperatures that fall between 20 degrees Celsius (68°F) and 26 degrees Celsius (79°F).

Other facts from our historical climate data:

  • Which months have the greatest rainfall in Lusaka?
    Most rainfall (rainy season) is seen in January, February and December.
  • Does Lusaka have a dry season?
    Yes, the months of May, June, July, August, September and October are very dry.
  • Which is the warmest month in Lusaka?
    October has an average maximum temperature of 33°C (92°F) and is the warmest month of the year.
  • Which is the coldest month in Lusaka?
    The coldest month is July with an average maximum temperature of 25°C (77°F).
  • Which is the wettest month in Lusaka?
    January tops the wettest month list with 218mm (8.6in) of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in Lusaka?
    August is the driest month with 0mm (0.0in) of precipitation.
  • Which is the sunniest month in Lusaka?
    August is the sunniest month with an average of 305 hours of sunshine.

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