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During August, Livingstone experiences high daytime temperatures of 30°C (86°F) and cooler nights around 13°C (55°F). As the driest month of the year, rainfall is at its lowest.
Our weather planner can help you find worldwide destinations with pleasant weather during this period. May, June and July typically offer the best weather for Livingstone.
Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Livingstone - and find the best time to visit.
50-year average (1976-2025)
Based on our historical records, temperatures in Livingstone typically rise from around 27°C (81°F) at the start of August to approximately 31°C (88°F) by the end. Nights are cool, with lows typically ranging from 9°C (48°F) to 14°C (57°F).
Browse day-by-day weather records for Livingstone spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
The extremes listed below come from historical weather data collected in Livingstone from 2005 through 2026.
Find out more about the weather in Zambia and which places have the best travel conditions in this month. See all of Zambia in August →
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).
Warm temperatures in August make for comfortable sightseeing weather. Pack breathable fabrics like cotton shirts, knee-length shorts or skirts, and comfortable walking shoes. A thin long sleeve for indoor spaces is handy. And with plenty of sunshine hours, don’t forget sunglasses, sunscreen, and maybe a sun hat.
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
Temperature Rainfall Sunshine Humidity
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