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Lusaka weather in December (Zambia)

What kind of weather does December bring to Lusaka? Our guide gives you the essential weather details for this month.

Temperatures

In December, the weather in Lusaka generally includes high temperatures and heavy rainfall. Anticipate daytime highs near 28°C, and cooler nights with temperatures around 19°C.

Precipitation

Lusaka in December falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 227 mm for the month. Analyzing past climate data, one can expect approximately 17 days of rain.

Average sunshine

The area experiences a moderate amount of sunshine, with approximately 185 hours of sunlight expected. This makes it neither too gloomy nor overly bright.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Lusaka. April, May, June, July, August, September and October generally stand out with the best circumstances. While January, February and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Lusaka climate page with graphs.

 

Lusaka, monthly averages in December

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 19°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 28°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 56%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 227 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 17 days  
HumidityHumidity 74%  
WindspeedWindspeed 7 km/h  
SunshineSunshine 185 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine  

Where to go in Zambia in December

Find out more about the weather in Zambia and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

It's going to be warm! Consider airy clothing, t-shirts, and other summer clothes. Shorts for men made of cotton or linen are good options for staying cool. However, there's a good chance of rain, so bring a raincoat just in case.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming
7/10
Cycling
7/10
Walking
7/10
Camping
6/10
Outdoor sports
7/10

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