The world famous Victoria Falls in Zambia
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October in Mpika brings very high temperatures, with daytime highs of 31°C (88°F) and nights around 18°C (64°F). The excellent weather makes it a solid choice for a visit.
Our weather planner can help you find worldwide destinations with pleasant weather during this period. April, May, June, July, August and September typically offer the best weather for Mpika.
Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Mpika - and find the best time to visit.
Browse day-by-day weather records for Mpika 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 Mpika from 2006 through 2025.
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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).
Warm temperatures in October 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. With minimal rainfall expected, you can leave the rain gear at home. 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.
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Where to go in October - average daytime high across popular destinations.
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