Zambia

Zambia Weather in April

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Zambia in April.

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Planning a trip to Zambia this April? Here's what you need to know about the weather:

What to Expect in Zambia in April

April in Zambia generally has temperatures that range from warm to very warm, with precipitation levels ranging from low to moderate.

Temperatures

The average highest temperatures fluctuate between warm in Mpika at 25°C (77°F) to very warm in Chirundu at 32°C (90°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 20°C (68°F) in Chirundu and 16°C (61°F) in Mpika. These night and day temperatures are average and some days may be even warmer. So be prepared and dress for the heat.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Zambia, check out the map below.

Precipitation

In April, precipitation varies across different areas. From low rainfall in Livingstone with an average of 22 mm (0.9 in) to moderate rainfall in Kasama with 89 mm (3.5 in).

Average sunshine

April brings good sunshine to many areas. Livingstone sees around 270 hours of sunlight, great for visitors looking for bright days.

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Best Places to Visit in Zambia in April

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in Zambia

What is the weather like in April for some of the most popular destinations in Zambia?

Temperature range in Zambia (April)

Precipitation variation in Zambia (April)

Livingstone

In April Livingstone generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 17°C (63°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
19°C (66°F)
17°C (63°F)
14°C (57°F)
Monthly sun hours
250 hours
270 hours
305 hours
Monthly rainfall
96 mm (3.8 in)
22 mm (0.9 in)
2.7 mm (0.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
3 days
0 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
perfect
perfect
Climate in Livingstone →

Lusaka

In April Lusaka generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 16°C (61°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
28°C (82°F)
27°C (81°F)
Min temperature
18°C (64°F)
16°C (61°F)
14°C (57°F)
Monthly sun hours
222 hours
249 hours
277 hours
Monthly rainfall
131 mm (5.2 in)
31 mm (1.2 in)
4.5 mm (0.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
3 days
0 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
perfect
perfect
Climate in Lusaka →

Chingola

In April Chingola generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 17°C (63°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
27°C (81°F)
28°C (82°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
18°C (64°F)
17°C (63°F)
15°C (59°F)
Monthly rainfall
186 mm (7.3 in)
41 mm (1.6 in)
3.4 mm (0.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
7 days
a single day
Weather conditions
tolerable
perfect
perfect
Climate in Chingola →

Kitwe

In April Kitwe generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 17°C (63°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
28°C (82°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
18°C (64°F)
17°C (63°F)
15°C (59°F)
Monthly rainfall
177 mm (7 in)
39 mm (1.5 in)
3.7 mm (0.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
7 days
a single day
Weather conditions
pleasant
perfect
perfect
Climate in Kitwe →

Woodlands

In April Woodlands generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 16°C (61°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
28°C (82°F)
27°C (81°F)
Min temperature
18°C (64°F)
16°C (61°F)
14°C (57°F)
Monthly sun hours
222 hours
249 hours
277 hours
Monthly rainfall
132 mm (5.2 in)
32 mm (1.3 in)
4.7 mm (0.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
3 days
0 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
perfect
perfect
Climate in Woodlands →

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Popular cities in April

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Zambia in April.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Livingstone 30°C (86°F) 17°C (63°F) 22 mm (0.9 in)
Lusaka 28°C (82°F) 16°C (61°F) 31 mm (1.2 in)
Chingola 28°C (82°F) 17°C (63°F) 41 mm (1.6 in)
Siavonga 30°C (86°F) 22°C (72°F) 42 mm (1.7 in)
Chirundu 32°C (90°F) 20°C (68°F) 24 mm (0.9 in)
Mongu 30°C (86°F) 19°C (66°F) 29 mm (1.1 in)

Zambia weather in April: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Zambia in April?

Expect pleasant weather across Zambia in April. The popular destination of Livingstone averages 30°C (86°F) by day and 17°C (63°F) at night during this month.

What is the average temperature in Zambia in April?

Average temperatures in Zambia during April range from a nighttime low near 17°C (63°F) to a daytime high around 30°C (86°F) in Livingstone.

Does Zambia get a lot of rain in April?

Not particularly. Livingstone averages just 22 mm (0.9 in) of rain in April, making it a mostly dry month for Zambia.

Is April a Good Time to Visit Zambia?

In our opinion, April is a good time to visit Zambia with overall perfect weather in Livingstone.

Generally speaking, May, June and July provide perfect weather in Livingstone. On the other hand, the weather in January, September, October and December tend to be poor.

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