Weather in September in Zambia
Thinking about venturing to Zambia this September 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 September?
September in Zambia generally has temperatures that range from warm to very hot, with precipitation levels ranging from almost none to low.
Temperatures
Based on our climate data spanning from 1990-2020, the average maximum temperature is warm in Mpika at 29°C to very hot in Chikomba at 35°C. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 21°C in Chikomba and 16°C in Mpika. The temperatures mentioned for daytime and nighttime are general averages. However there can be days that surpass these temperatures. So equip yourself with clothing that can handle the potential heat.To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Zambia, check out the map below.
Precipitation
In September, precipitation varies across different areas. From almost no rainfall in South Luangwa National Park with an average of 1.3 mm to low rainfall in Mwinilunga with 10 mm.Average sunshine
The city Livingstone usually sees around 300 hours of sunlight, indicating many sunny days.For more details on the yearly climate, visit our Zambia climate page.
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Popular destinations
What is the weather like in September for the 5 most popular destinations in Zambia?
Livingstone
In September Livingstone generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 34°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 18°C and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.
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Lusaka
In September Lusaka generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 18°C and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.
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Chingola
In September Chingola generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 32°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 18°C and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.
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Kitwe
In September Kitwe generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 32°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 18°C and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.
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Woodlands
In September Woodlands generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 17°C and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.
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Is September the best time to visit Zambia?
Given the typically pleasant weather conditions in Livingstone, September might be a good time to visit Zambia.
On average, the best time to visit Zambia is in April, May, June, July and August with generally perfect weather in Livingstone. In contrast, January tends to have poor weather conditions.
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