Lusaka weather in February (Zambia)

Planning a trip to Lusaka in February? This guide provides all the details you need.

In February, Lusaka generally has high temperatures and heavy rainfall. Anticipate daytime temperatures around 28°C, while night temperatures can drop to 19°C.

Lusaka in February usually receives heavy rainfall, averaging around 212 mm for the month. Typically around 16 days of rainfall is expected.

The area enjoys a balanced 170 hours of sunlight. Ensuring it's neither too overcast nor too sunny.

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 TemperatureMin Temperature 19°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 28°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 53%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 212 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 16 days  
HumidityHumidity 82%  
WindspeedWindspeed 7 km/h  
SunshineSunshine 170 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine  

Where to go in Zambia in February

Find out more about the weather in Zambia in February and which places have the best weather 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 Lusaka in February?

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 in February.

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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