Climate of Luapula, Zambia
Area-weighted average across Luapula. For where people actually live and travel, see the cities below.
Luapula, a subdivision of Zambia, has a mild oceanic climate on average. Area-weighted monthly temperatures across the whole territory range from 18.2°C / 64.8°F in July to 23.8°C / 74.8°F in October, with rainfall from 0 mm / 0 in to 258 mm / 10.2 in depending on the season (1238 mm / 48.7 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 | 21.9°C71.4°F | 244 mm9.6″ | — |
| February | 22°C71.6°F | 223 mm8.8″ | Tropical |
| March | 22.2°C72°F | 222 mm8.7″ | Tropical |
| April | 21.9°C71.4°F | 85 mm3.3″ | — |
| May | 20.4°C68.7°F | 12 mm0.5″ | Sunny & Warm, Sunny & Mild |
| June | 18.3°C64.9°F | 0 mm0″ | Sunny & Mild |
| July | 18.2°C64.8°F | 0 mm0″ | Sunny & Mild |
| August | 20.1°C68.2°F | 0 mm0″ | Sunny & Warm, Sunny & Mild |
| September | 22.8°C73°F | 5 mm0.2″ | Sunny & Warm |
| October | 23.8°C74.8°F | 40 mm1.6″ | Sunny & Warm |
| November | 22.9°C73.2°F | 149 mm5.9″ | Tropical |
| December | 22°C71.6°F | 258 mm10.2″ | Tropical |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Luapula?
The best months to visit Luapula, Zambia for sunny, dry weather are May, June, July, August, September, October. The warmest month is October at an area-wide average of 23.8°C / 74.8°F, and the driest is June with about 0 mm / 0 in of rainfall.
What is the climate of Luapula?
Luapula, Zambia has area-weighted monthly average temperatures ranging from 18.2°C / 64.8°F in July to 23.8°C / 74.8°F in October. Annual rainfall averages about 1238 mm / 48.7 in, with the wettest month being December (258 mm / 10.2 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 Luapula?
The hottest month in Luapula is October, with an area-wide average temperature of 23.8°C / 74.8°F.
What is the coldest month in Luapula?
The coldest month in Luapula is July, with an area-wide average temperature of 18.2°C / 64.8°F.
When does it rain most in Luapula?
The wettest month in Luapula is December, averaging about 258 mm / 10.2 in of rainfall. The driest is June with about 0 mm / 0 in.