Lusaka weather in February (Zambia)

Is Lusaka a good destination in February, weather-wise? This guide provides the necessary weather information for your travel plans.

Temperatures

In February, Lusaka tends to experience high temperatures and heavy rainfall. Expect daytime highs to reach approximately 28°C, with nighttime lows dipping to around 19°C.

Precipitation

Lusaka in February usually receives heavy rainfall, averaging around 212 mm for the month. On average, there are about 16 days with rain during this month.

Average sunshine

With about 170 hours of sunshine, the area enjoys a nice balance of sun and clouds, creating a pleasant environment.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, February may not be the ideal month to visit Lusaka. April, May, June, July, August, September and October typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, January, February and December tend to have less optimal conditions.

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

 

Lusaka, monthly averages in February

Min Temperature 19°C  

Max Temperature 28°C  

Chance of Rain 53%  

Precipitation 212 mm  

Rainy days 16 days  

Humidity 82%  

Windspeed 7 km/h  

Sunshine 170 hours  

Percentage Sunshine  

Where to go in Zambia in February

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

Weather conditions Weather

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

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

Interested in more climate information?

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