Best Time to Visit Kabwe, Central, Zambia
Kabwe is at its sunniest and driest in April–October.
The best time to visit Kabwe for sunny, dry weather is April–October — 7 months of the year fit our sunny profiles at this specific location. The drier stretch runs through April–October; the wetter half falls in November–March. At the city itself, monthly average temperatures range from 16.3°C / 61.3°F in July to 24.4°C / 75.9°F in October, with rainfall from 0 mm / 0 in (June) to 221 mm / 8.7 in (December). These are point-value climate normals sampled at Kabwe, Central, Zambia's coordinates — usually more actionable for travellers than the country-wide average. Kabwe's climate is broadly seasonal. The full month-by-month table below lets you match your travel window against our five weather profiles.
Recommended months
| Month | Temp | Rain | Feels like |
|---|---|---|---|
| April | 20.5°C68.9°F | 28 mm1.1″ | Sunny & Warm, Sunny & Mild |
| May | 18.5°C65.3°F | 5 mm0.2″ | Sunny & Mild |
| June | 16.4°C61.5°F | 0 mm0″ | Sunny & Mild |
| July | 16.3°C61.3°F | 0 mm0″ | Sunny & Mild |
| August | 18.9°C66°F | 0 mm0″ | Sunny & Mild |
| September | 22.6°C72.7°F | 2 mm0.1″ | Sunny & Warm |
| October | 24.4°C75.9°F | 15 mm0.6″ | Sunny & Warm |
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Kabwe?
The best time to visit Kabwe for sunny, dry weather is April, May, June, July, August, September, October. At the city itself, the warmest month is October averaging 24.4°C / 75.9°F, and the driest is June with about 0 mm / 0 in of rain. These are point-value climate normals sampled at Kabwe's coordinates.
When is the rainy season in Kabwe?
The rainy season at Kabwe, Central runs through November–March, when monthly rainfall exceeds the annual median of about 28 mm / 1.1 in. The wettest single month is December (221 mm / 8.7 in).
What is the driest month in Kabwe?
The driest month in Kabwe is June, averaging about 0 mm / 0 in of rainfall. Temperature that month averages 16.4°C / 61.5°F.
What months should I avoid visiting Kabwe?
The least comfortable months for travel to Kabwe — based on point-value climate at the city — are January, February, May, June, July, August, December. These are the wettest or coolest months at this location. Rainfall peaks at 221 mm / 8.7 in in December, and the coldest month averages 16.3°C / 61.3°F.
Is Kabwe climate different from Zambia overall?
Yes, usually. Our Kabwe figures are point-value climate normals sampled at the city itself, while our Zambia figures are area-weighted averages across the whole country. The two can diverge substantially in geographically diverse or elevation-varied countries. The month-by-month table below reflects Kabwe specifically — usually the more actionable data for a traveller planning to spend time in the city.