Climate of Copperbelt, Zambia
Area-weighted average across Copperbelt. For where people actually live and travel, see the cities below.
Copperbelt, a subdivision of Zambia, has a mild oceanic climate on average. Area-weighted monthly temperatures across the whole territory range from 15.6°C / 60.1°F in June to 23.2°C / 73.8°F in October, with rainfall from 0 mm / 0 in to 268 mm / 10.6 in depending on the season (1159 mm / 45.6 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 | 20.9°C69.6°F | 268 mm10.6″ | — |
| February | 21°C69.8°F | 226 mm8.9″ | — |
| March | 21.2°C70.2°F | 174 mm6.9″ | — |
| April | 20.4°C68.7°F | 49 mm1.9″ | Sunny & Mild |
| May | 18°C64.4°F | 6 mm0.2″ | Sunny & Mild |
| June | 15.6°C60.1°F | 0 mm0″ | Sunny & Mild |
| July | 15.7°C60.3°F | 0 mm0″ | Sunny & Mild |
| August | 18.3°C64.9°F | 0 mm0″ | Sunny & Mild |
| September | 22°C71.6°F | 3 mm0.1″ | Sunny & Warm, Sunny & Mild |
| October | 23.2°C73.8°F | 32 mm1.3″ | Sunny & Warm |
| November | 22.2°C72°F | 138 mm5.4″ | Tropical |
| December | 21.1°C70°F | 263 mm10.4″ | — |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Copperbelt?
The best months to visit Copperbelt, Zambia for sunny, dry weather are April, May, June, July, August, September, October. The warmest month is October at an area-wide average of 23.2°C / 73.8°F, and the driest is June with about 0 mm / 0 in of rainfall.
What is the climate of Copperbelt?
Copperbelt, Zambia has area-weighted monthly average temperatures ranging from 15.6°C / 60.1°F in June to 23.2°C / 73.8°F in October. Annual rainfall averages about 1159 mm / 45.6 in, with the wettest month being January (268 mm / 10.6 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 Copperbelt?
The hottest month in Copperbelt is October, with an area-wide average temperature of 23.2°C / 73.8°F.
What is the coldest month in Copperbelt?
The coldest month in Copperbelt is June, with an area-wide average temperature of 15.6°C / 60.1°F.
When does it rain most in Copperbelt?
The wettest month in Copperbelt is January, averaging about 268 mm / 10.6 in of rainfall. The driest is June with about 0 mm / 0 in.