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Livingstone Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best time to visit Livingstone.

Climate overview of Livingstone

Livingstone, Zambia, experiences moderate temperature changes through the seasons. October is the warmest month with daytime highs of 36°C (97°F), while July is the coolest at 26°C (79°F).

Annual rainfall is moderate at around 794 mm (31 in), with January being the wettest month. The city also has distinct dry (April to October) and wet (December to February) seasons. The sunniest month is August, with 10.7 hours of sunshine per day on average.

Livingstone Weather by Month

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Monthly Temperature in Livingstone

In Livingstone, seasonal changes bring about a moderate variation in temperatures. Average daytime temperatures reach a very hot 36°C (97°F) in October. In July, the coolest month of the year, temperatures drop to a comfortable 26°C (79°F).

At night, temperatures range from around 21°C (70°F) in October to 10°C (50°F) in July.

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Temperature ranges by month

Rainfall in Livingstone

Generally, Livingstone has a moderate amount of precipitation, averaging 794 mm (31 in) of rainfall annually. Livingstone can be quite wet during January, receiving approximately 207 mm (8.1 in) of precipitation over 15 rainy days.

In contrast, during the driest month (August), you will experience much drier conditions, with 0.2 mm (0.01 in) of precipitation spread across 0 rainy days. For more details, please visit our Livingstone Precipitation page.

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

Sunshine Hours in Livingstone

Livingstone experiences moderate variation in sunshine hours across the seasons. With 10.7 hours daily sunshine in August, it dips to 6.7 hours in February, offering a balanced mix of sunny and overcast days.

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Monthly hours of sunshine

Daily hours of sunshine

Humidity in Livingstone by Month

Best Time to Visit Livingstone

For comfortable weather, consider visiting Livingstone in May, June and July. Conditions are usually least favourable in January, September, October and December.

Monthly ratings reflect general weather comfort, based on daytime temperature and rainfall. Swimming and winter conditions are highlighted separately where relevant.

  • Best overall: May, June and July
  • Warmest weather: October
  • Most sunshine: May, July and August
  • Fewer rainy days: May, June, July, August and September
  • Wettest months: January, February, March, November and December, when rainfall is highest.
  • Seasonal pattern: Distinct dry (April to October) and wet (December to February) seasons

Frequently asked questions about the climate in Livingstone

What is the best time to visit Livingstone?

May, June and July typically offer the most optimal weather in Livingstone. In contrast, January, September, October and December tend to have less optimal conditions. Livingstone has distinct dry (April to October) and wet (December to February) seasons.

What temperatures can I expect in Livingstone?

Daytime highs range from 26°C (79°F) in July to 36°C (97°F) in October. Nighttime lows range from 10°C (50°F) to 21°C (70°F).

How much rain does Livingstone get?

Annual rainfall is around 794 mm (31 in). January is the wettest month with 207 mm (8.1 in), while August is the driest with 0.2 mm (0.01 in).

How sunny is Livingstone?

Livingstone receives around 3,178 hours of sunshine per year. August is the sunniest month with 320 hours, while February is the cloudiest with just 200 hours. Overall, Livingstone enjoys abundant sunshine.

Livingstone 3-Day Forecast

Livingstone 3-Day Forecast

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