Mwinilunga Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit
Mwinilunga, Zambia, enjoys a steady climate throughout the year, with daytime temperatures typically around 28°C (82°F). September is the warmest month at 32°C (90°F), while July is the coolest at 26°C (79°F).
Rainfall is high, totalling around 1355 mm (53 in) per year. December is the wettest month and July the driest. The city also experiences distinct dry (May to September) and wet (November to March) seasons. The most sunshine falls in July, with an average of 10.3 hours of daily sunshine.
Monthly Temperature in Mwinilunga
The temperature in Mwinilunga remains steady throughout the year, providing a consistently very warm climate. Average maximum daytime temperatures range from a very warm 32°C (90°F) in September, the warmest time of the year, to a comfortable 26°C (79°F) during cooler months like July.
At night, you can expect temperatures ranging from 18°C (64°F) in September to around 12°C (54°F) during July.
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Temperature ranges by month
Rainfall in Mwinilunga
Mwinilunga has a relatively rainy climate with high precipitation levels, averaging 1355 mm (53 in) of rainfall annually. Significant seasonal changes in precipitation occur throughout the year. In the wettest month, December it receives heavy rainfall, averaging 267 mm (11 in) of precipitation, recorded across 25 rainy days. In contrast, the driest month July brings less rainfall, with 0 mm (0 in) over 0 rainy days. For more details, please visit our Mwinilunga 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 Mwinilunga
Seasonal changes in sunshine hours are quite dramatic in Mwinilunga. While July receives considerable daily sunshine with up to 10.3 hours, February marks the darkest time of the year, where sunshine is scarce with only 4.0 hours of sunlight per day.
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Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
Daily percentage of sunshine
Humidity in Mwinilunga by Month
The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Mwinilunga.
The city experiences its highest humidity in February, reaching 85%. In September, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 49%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
Relative humidity over the year
Wind Speed in Mwinilunga
The mean wind speed varies between 2 m/s (4 knots) and 3 m/s (6 knots) throughout the year. It is lowest in January, February, March, April, May, June, October, November and December and highest during July, August and September. What does this mean?
The mean monthly wind speed over the year (meters per second)
Mwinilunga 3-Day Forecast
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Best Time to Visit Mwinilunga
Mwinilunga has warm weather with temperatures ranging from 26°C (79°F) to 32°C (90°F) throughout the year. The best time to visit is during May, June, July, August and September, 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, November and December, when the area experiences its heaviest rainfall. Seeking the perfect travel destination for this year? We've created a tool that suggests locations matching your desired weather. Let our weather planner guide your travel decisions.
