Climate of Central, Zambia
Area-weighted average across Central. For where people actually live and travel, see the cities below.
Central, a subdivision of Zambia, has a seasonal climate on average. Area-weighted monthly temperatures across the whole territory range from 16°C / 60.8°F in July to 24.4°C / 75.9°F in October, with rainfall from 0 mm / 0 in to 236 mm / 9.3 in depending on the season (945 mm / 37.2 in total across the year). See the city listed below for point-value climate at specific locations — these often differ from the area-weighted average, especially in geographically diverse subdivisions.
| Month | Temperature | Rainfall | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 22.2°C72°F | 236 mm9.3″ | Tropical |
| February | 22.1°C71.8°F | 205 mm8.1″ | Tropical |
| March | 21.9°C71.4°F | 121 mm4.8″ | — |
| April | 20.9°C69.6°F | 33 mm1.3″ | Sunny & Warm, Sunny & Mild |
| May | 18.5°C65.3°F | 5 mm0.2″ | Sunny & Mild |
| June | 16.1°C61°F | 0 mm0″ | Sunny & Mild |
| July | 16°C60.8°F | 0 mm0″ | Sunny & Mild |
| August | 18.5°C65.3°F | 0 mm0″ | Sunny & Mild |
| September | 22.4°C72.3°F | 1 mm0″ | Sunny & Warm |
| October | 24.4°C75.9°F | 20 mm0.8″ | Sunny & Warm |
| November | 23.8°C74.8°F | 97 mm3.8″ | Tropical |
| December | 22.5°C72.5°F | 227 mm8.9″ | Tropical |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Central?
The best months to visit Central, Zambia for sunny, dry weather are April, May, June, July, August, September, October. The warmest month is October at an area-wide average of 24.4°C / 75.9°F, and the driest is June with about 0 mm / 0 in of rainfall.
What is the climate of Central?
Central, Zambia has area-weighted monthly average temperatures ranging from 16°C / 60.8°F in July to 24.4°C / 75.9°F in October. Annual rainfall averages about 945 mm / 37.2 in, with the wettest month being January (236 mm / 9.3 in) and the driest June (0 mm / 0 in). Because this is an area average across the whole subdivision, local city values can differ substantially.
What is the hottest month in Central?
The hottest month in Central is October, with an area-wide average temperature of 24.4°C / 75.9°F.
What is the coldest month in Central?
The coldest month in Central is July, with an area-wide average temperature of 16°C / 60.8°F.
When does it rain most in Central?
The wettest month in Central is January, averaging about 236 mm / 9.3 in of rainfall. The driest is June with about 0 mm / 0 in.