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Chipata Weather in April
Chipata in April sees high daytime temperatures of 28°C (82°F) and nighttime lows of 18°C (64°F). Moderate rainfall is typical, with around 38 mm (1.5 in) for the month.
Rainfall in Chipata in April
Historically, the month has about 6 days of rain, averaging 38 mm (1.5 in) in total. Rain is scarce this month and when it does fall, it tends to be light. Unlikely to disrupt plans significantly.
Temperature in Chipata in April
Chipata in April is worth a visit. The temperature is excellent, with 28°C (82°F) during the day and 18°C (64°F) at night. This kind of day-to-night contrast is typical for this time of year. Nights drop to around 18°C (64°F), which is noticeably cooler than the daytime. A light jacket for the evening is a sensible addition, and the cool nights tend to make sleeping comfortable.
Sunshine in Chipata in April
There are approximately 236 hours of sunshine this month, resulting in mostly clear days.So this is a great month to visit if you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures.
Chipata Temperature in April
Min Temperature
18°C (64°F)
Max Temperature
28°C (82°F)
Chance of Rain
21%
Precipitation
38 mm (1.5 in)
Rainy days
6 days
Humidity
72%
Sunshine
236 hours
Percentage Sunshine
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Historical weather records for Chipata in April
Browse day-by-day weather records for Chipata spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
Chipata historical weather extremes in April
Based on weather observations in Chipata between 2006 and 2026, these are the recorded extremes during April.
- The hottest April day on record in Chipata reached 32°C (90°F) (April 24, 2024).
- On April 3, 2012, Chipata saw its coldest April day with temperatures maxing out at 19°C (66°F).
- The lowest overnight temperature recorded in April was 10°C (50°F) (April 22, 2012).
- The wettest day in April Chipata was on April 12, 2025 with 19 mm (0.7 in) of precipitation.
Best Places in Zambia in April
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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).
What to Wear in Chipata in April
Warm weather calls for comfortable, breathable clothing in April. Cotton t-shirts, shorts, light dresses, and sandals are perfect. You might still want a light layer for evenings or air-conditioned places (for example buses). Some rain is possible, so pack something to handle light showers. You'll definitely want to pack sunglasses and sunscreen. There will be plenty of bright sunshine this month.
What To Do in Chipata in April
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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Cycling8/10 -
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Barbeque10/10 -
Camping10/10 -
Outdoor sports8/10
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