Best Time to Visit Livingstone, Southern, Zambia
Livingstone is at its sunniest and driest in April–October.
The best time to visit Livingstone 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 17°C / 62.6°F in June to 27.3°C / 81.1°F in October, with rainfall from 0 mm / 0 in (June) to 171 mm / 6.7 in (January). These are point-value climate normals sampled at Livingstone, Southern, Zambia's coordinates — usually more actionable for travellers than the country-wide average. Livingstone's climate is broadly Mediterranean-style. 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 | 23.2°C73.8°F | 21 mm0.8″ | Sunny & Warm |
| May | 20°C68°F | 5 mm0.2″ | Sunny & Warm, Sunny & Mild |
| June | 17°C62.6°F | 0 mm0″ | Sunny & Mild |
| July | 17.1°C62.8°F | 0 mm0″ | Sunny & Mild |
| August | 19.9°C67.8°F | 0 mm0″ | Sunny & Mild |
| September | 24.4°C75.9°F | 2 mm0.1″ | Sunny & Warm |
| October | 27.3°C81.1°F | 18 mm0.7″ | Sunny & Hot |
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Livingstone?
The best time to visit Livingstone for sunny, dry weather is April, May, June, July, August, September, October. At the city itself, the warmest month is October averaging 27.3°C / 81.1°F, and the driest is June with about 0 mm / 0 in of rain. These are point-value climate normals sampled at Livingstone's coordinates.
When is the rainy season in Livingstone?
The rainy season at Livingstone, Southern runs through November–March, when monthly rainfall exceeds the annual median of about 21 mm / 0.8 in. The wettest single month is January (171 mm / 6.7 in).
What is the driest month in Livingstone?
The driest month in Livingstone is June, averaging about 0 mm / 0 in of rainfall. Temperature that month averages 17°C / 62.6°F.
What months should I avoid visiting Livingstone?
The least comfortable months for travel to Livingstone — 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 171 mm / 6.7 in in January, and the coldest month averages 17°C / 62.6°F.
Is Livingstone climate different from Zambia overall?
Yes, usually. Our Livingstone 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 Livingstone specifically — usually the more actionable data for a traveller planning to spend time in the city.