Weather in November in Zambia
Thinking about venturing to Zambia this November and curious about the weather conditions to expect? This page holds all the key information you seek, responding to your question:
What is the weather like in Zambia in November?
November in Zambia generally has temperatures that range from warm to very hot, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to heavy.
Temperatures
The average maximum daytime temperatures vary from warm in Mwinilunga at 28°C to very hot in Chikomba at 37°C. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 25°C in Chikomba and 17°C in Mwinilunga. While the given temperatures for day and night are typical, there may be days that feel warmer. Make sure you're dressed in a way that keeps you cool and comfortable.
Precipitation
In November, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Chikomba with an average of 71 mm to heavy rainfall in Mwinilunga with 205 mm.Average sunshine
The days are mostly sunny, with an average total of around 230 hours of sunshine in Livingstone. The sunlight during this month doesn't just make the days brighter, it also seems to make everyone a bit more cheerful.To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Zambia in November, check out the map below. For more details on the yearly weather, visit our Zambia climate page.
Where to go in Zambia in November
Popular destinations
What is the weather like in November for the 5 most popular destinations in Zambia?
Livingstone
In November Livingstone generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 33°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 21°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.
Lusaka
In November Lusaka generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 20°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.
Chingola
In November Chingola generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 19°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.
Kitwe
In November Kitwe generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 19°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.
Woodlands
In November Woodlands generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 20°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.
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Is November the best time to visit Zambia?
Given the typically pleasant weather conditions in Livingstone, November might be a good time to visit Zambia. It's worth noting that weather conditions might differ depending on the location you visit.
On average, the best time to visit Zambia is in April, May, June, July and August with generally perfect weather in Livingstone. On the other hand, the weather in January tends to be poor.
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