Zambia

Zambia Weather in June

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

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Thinking about venturing to Zambia this June and curious about the weather conditions to expect? This page holds all the key information you seek, responding to your question:

What to Expect in Zambia in June

June in Zambia generally has warm temperatures, with almost no precipitation.

Temperatures

The average maximum temperatures are warm and range from 23°C (73°F) in Choma to 30°C (86°F) in Mfuwe. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 10°C (50°F) in Mfuwe and 10°C (50°F) in Choma.

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

Precipitation

June is a very dry month with an average rainfall of around 1.5 mm (0.1 in) in Livingstone.

Average sunshine

Several destinations enjoy plenty of sunshine this month. Livingstone sees close to 290 hours of sunlight, making it great for sun lovers.

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Best Places to Visit in Zambia in June

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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 June for some of the most popular destinations in Zambia?

Temperature range in Zambia (June)

Precipitation variation in Zambia (June)

Livingstone

In June Livingstone generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 26°C (79°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 11°C (52°F) and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« May
June
July »
May
June
July
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
Min temperature
14°C (57°F)
11°C (52°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly sun hours
305 hours
290 hours
310 hours
Monthly rainfall
2.7 mm (0.1 in)
1.5 mm (0.1 in)
0.6 mm (0.02 in)
Monthly rainy days
0 days
0 days
0 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Livingstone →

Lusaka

In June Lusaka generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 25°C (77°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 12°C (54°F) and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« May
June
July »
May
June
July
Max temperature
27°C (81°F)
25°C (77°F)
24°C (75°F)
Min temperature
14°C (57°F)
12°C (54°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly sun hours
277 hours
272 hours
297 hours
Monthly rainfall
4.5 mm (0.2 in)
2.1 mm (0.1 in)
2 mm (0.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
0 days
0 days
0 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Lusaka →

Chingola

In June Chingola generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 26°C (79°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 13°C (55°F) and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« May
June
July »
May
June
July
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
Min temperature
15°C (59°F)
13°C (55°F)
12°C (54°F)
Monthly rainfall
3.4 mm (0.1 in)
0.4 mm (0.02 in)
0.2 mm (0.01 in)
Monthly rainy days
a single day
0 days
0 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Chingola →

Kitwe

In June Kitwe generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 26°C (79°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 12°C (54°F) and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« May
June
July »
May
June
July
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
Min temperature
15°C (59°F)
12°C (54°F)
12°C (54°F)
Monthly rainfall
3.7 mm (0.1 in)
0.4 mm (0.02 in)
0.3 mm (0.01 in)
Monthly rainy days
a single day
0 days
0 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Kitwe →

Woodlands

In June Woodlands generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 25°C (77°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 12°C (54°F) and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« May
June
July »
May
June
July
Max temperature
27°C (81°F)
25°C (77°F)
24°C (75°F)
Min temperature
14°C (57°F)
12°C (54°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly sun hours
277 hours
272 hours
297 hours
Monthly rainfall
4.7 mm (0.2 in)
2.3 mm (0.1 in)
2.1 mm (0.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
0 days
0 days
0 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Woodlands →

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In our records: Zambia June extremes

Notable June records observed across cities in Zambia in our climate database (1976 – 2026). Historic readings can vary in quality, so treat these as illustrative.

  • Based on our data, the coldest June night in Zambia dropped to -1°C (30°F) in Livingstone on June 30, 1994.
  • In our records, the coldest June daytime high in Zambia was 11°C (52°F) in Livingstone on June 23, 1976.

Popular cities in June

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Livingstone 26°C (79°F) 11°C (52°F) 1.5 mm (0.1 in)
Lusaka 25°C (77°F) 12°C (54°F) 2.1 mm (0.1 in)
Chingola 26°C (79°F) 13°C (55°F) 0.4 mm (0.02 in)
Siavonga 27°C (81°F) 17°C (63°F) 1.7 mm (0.1 in)
Chirundu 28°C (82°F) 14°C (57°F) 0.8 mm (0.03 in)
Mongu 28°C (82°F) 13°C (55°F) 0.1 mm (0 in)

Zambia weather in June: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Zambia in June?

In June, Zambia generally has perfect weather conditions. Livingstone sees daytime temperatures near 26°C (79°F), with nights cooling to roughly 11°C (52°F).

What is the average temperature in Zambia in June?

Livingstone averages a daytime maximum of 26°C (79°F) in June, with overnight lows close to 11°C (52°F).

Does Zambia get a lot of rain in June?

Rain is generally moderate to light in Zambia during June, with Livingstone averaging close to 1.5 mm (0.1 in).

Is June a Good Time to Visit Zambia?

We consider June to be one of the best times to travel to Zambia. Typically, the climate in Livingstone is perfect.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in May, June and July offering mostly 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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