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Ndola Climate by Month

Temperatures in Ndola experience a moderate degree of variance through the seasons. Days can be very warm, while the cooler months tend to be warm. It is also known for its large amounts of rainfall. Now, let’s explore all the climate details to give you a full picture.

Average day and night temperature

In Ndola, seasonal changes bring about a moderate variation in temperatures. Typically, daytime temperatures range from a very warm 33°C in October to a comfortable 26°C in the coolest month, July. Nights are cooler, with temperatures generally dropping to 12°C, particularly during the colder months.

The mean minimum and maximum temperatures throughout the year

Precipitation and rainy days

Ndola has a notably wet climate with abundant precipitation, recording 1161 mm of rainfall per year. The climate in Ndola shows significant variation throughout the year. Expect heavy rainfall in January, with an average of 286 mm of precipitation over 23 rainy days.

In contrast, August offers drier and sunnier days, with around 0.2 mm of rainfall over 0 rainy days.

The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail and snow

The best time of year to visit Ndola in Zambia

The best time to visit is during the drier months: April, May, June, July, August, September and October.

Other facts from our historical weather data:
  • When is the rainy season in Ndola?
    Rainy season in Ndola occurs in the months of January, February, March and December.
  • Does Ndola have a dry season?
    Yes, the months of May, June, July, August, September and October are very dry.
  • Which is the warmest month in Ndola?
    October has an average maximum temperature of 33°C and is the warmest month of the year.
  • Which is the coldest month in Ndola?
    The coldest month is July with an average maximum temperature of 26°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in Ndola?
    January tops the wettest month list with 286 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in Ndola?
    August is the driest month with 0 mm of precipitation.

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    Forecast for Ndola

    Thu   Dec 12
    33°C | 19°C
    NE 14 km/h
    0.5 mm
    partly cloudy and thunder

    partly cloudy and thunder

    Fri   Dec 13
    31°C | 19°C
    N 11 km/h
    1.1 mm
    partly cloudy and thunder

    partly cloudy and thunder

    Sat   Dec 14
    33°C | 18°C
    N 7 km/h
    2 mm
    partly cloudy and thunder

    partly cloudy and thunder