Zambia

Zambia Weather in February

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

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Are you planning a trip a to Zambia in February and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.

What to Expect in Zambia in February

February in Zambia generally has temperatures that range from warm to very warm, with heavy precipitation.

Temperatures

During the day temperatures vary from warm in Mpika at 26°C (79°F) to very warm in Chirundu at 32°C (90°F). At night it cools down to 23°C (73°F) in Chirundu and 17°C (63°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.

For a closer look at conditions across Zambia, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

In February, precipitation varies across different areas. From heavy rainfall in Chirundu with an average of 168 mm (6.6 in) to heavy rainfall in South Luangwa National Park with 284 mm (11 in).

Average sunshine

February brings good sunshine to many areas. Livingstone sees around 200 hours of sunlight, great for visitors looking for bright days.

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Best Places to Visit in Zambia in February

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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 February for some of the most popular destinations in Zambia?

Temperature range in Zambia (February)

Precipitation variation in Zambia (February)

Livingstone

In February Livingstone generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 20°C (68°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« January
February
March »
January
February
March
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
20°C (68°F)
20°C (68°F)
19°C (66°F)
Monthly sun hours
213 hours
200 hours
250 hours
Monthly rainfall
207 mm (8.1 in)
178 mm (7 in)
96 mm (3.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
13 days
8 days
Weather conditions
poor
tolerable
pleasant
Climate in Livingstone →

Lusaka

In February Lusaka generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 19°C (66°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« January
February
March »
January
February
March
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
28°C (82°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
19°C (66°F)
19°C (66°F)
18°C (64°F)
Monthly sun hours
178 hours
170 hours
222 hours
Monthly rainfall
247 mm (9.7 in)
212 mm (8.3 in)
131 mm (5.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
16 days
10 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
unpleasant
pleasant
Climate in Lusaka →

Chingola

In February Chingola generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C (81°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 18°C (64°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« January
February
March »
January
February
March
Max temperature
27°C (81°F)
27°C (81°F)
27°C (81°F)
Min temperature
18°C (64°F)
18°C (64°F)
18°C (64°F)
Monthly rainfall
281 mm (11 in)
265 mm (10 in)
186 mm (7.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
23 days
20 days
18 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
tolerable
Climate in Chingola →

Kitwe

In February Kitwe generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C (81°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 18°C (64°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« January
February
March »
January
February
March
Max temperature
27°C (81°F)
27°C (81°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
18°C (64°F)
18°C (64°F)
18°C (64°F)
Monthly rainfall
284 mm (11 in)
260 mm (10 in)
177 mm (7 in)
Monthly rainy days
23 days
19 days
17 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
pleasant
Climate in Kitwe →

Woodlands

In February Woodlands generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 19°C (66°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« January
February
March »
January
February
March
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
28°C (82°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
19°C (66°F)
19°C (66°F)
18°C (64°F)
Monthly sun hours
178 hours
170 hours
222 hours
Monthly rainfall
251 mm (9.9 in)
215 mm (8.5 in)
132 mm (5.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
16 days
10 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
unpleasant
pleasant
Climate in Woodlands →

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Popular cities in February

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Livingstone 30°C (86°F) 20°C (68°F) 178 mm (7 in)
Lusaka 28°C (82°F) 19°C (66°F) 212 mm (8.3 in)
Chingola 27°C (81°F) 18°C (64°F) 265 mm (10 in)
Siavonga 31°C (88°F) 24°C (75°F) 241 mm (9.5 in)
Chirundu 32°C (90°F) 23°C (73°F) 168 mm (6.6 in)
Mongu 29°C (84°F) 20°C (68°F) 239 mm (9.4 in)

Zambia weather in February: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Zambia in February?

Expect unpleasant weather across Zambia in February. The popular destination of Livingstone averages 30°C (86°F) by day and 20°C (68°F) at night during this month.

What is the average temperature in Zambia in February?

Average temperatures in Zambia during February range from a nighttime low near 20°C (68°F) to a daytime high around 30°C (86°F) in Livingstone.

Does Zambia get a lot of rain in February?

Yes. February brings heavy rainfall to Zambia, with Livingstone averaging around 178 mm (7 in). Expect frequent showers and pack accordingly.

Is February a Good Time to Visit Zambia?

In our opinion, February is a good time to visit Zambia with overall tolerable weather in Livingstone. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

On average, the best time to visit Zambia is in May, June and July with generally perfect weather in Livingstone. On the other hand, the months of January, September, October and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

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