Climate of Lusaka, Zambia
Area-weighted average across Lusaka. For where people actually live and travel, see the cities below.
Lusaka, a subdivision of Zambia, has a Mediterranean-style climate on average. Area-weighted monthly temperatures across the whole territory range from 17.3°C / 63.1°F in July to 26.7°C / 80.1°F in October, with rainfall from 0 mm / 0 in to 205 mm / 8.1 in depending on the season (811 mm / 31.9 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 | 23.6°C74.5°F | 205 mm8.1″ | Tropical |
| February | 23.5°C74.3°F | 174 mm6.9″ | Tropical |
| March | 23.2°C73.8°F | 105 mm4.1″ | Tropical |
| April | 22.3°C72.1°F | 34 mm1.3″ | Sunny & Warm |
| May | 19.9°C67.8°F | 7 mm0.3″ | Sunny & Mild |
| June | 17.5°C63.5°F | 0 mm0″ | Sunny & Mild |
| July | 17.3°C63.1°F | 0 mm0″ | Sunny & Mild |
| August | 19.8°C67.6°F | 0 mm0″ | Sunny & Mild |
| September | 24°C75.2°F | 1 mm0″ | Sunny & Warm |
| October | 26.7°C80.1°F | 16 mm0.6″ | Sunny & Hot |
| November | 26°C78.8°F | 72 mm2.8″ | — |
| December | 23.6°C74.5°F | 197 mm7.8″ | Tropical |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Lusaka?
The best months to visit Lusaka, Zambia for sunny, dry weather are April, May, June, July, August, September, October. The warmest month is October at an area-wide average of 26.7°C / 80.1°F, and the driest is June with about 0 mm / 0 in of rainfall.
What is the climate of Lusaka?
Lusaka, Zambia has area-weighted monthly average temperatures ranging from 17.3°C / 63.1°F in July to 26.7°C / 80.1°F in October. Annual rainfall averages about 811 mm / 31.9 in, with the wettest month being January (205 mm / 8.1 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 Lusaka?
The hottest month in Lusaka is October, with an area-wide average temperature of 26.7°C / 80.1°F.
What is the coldest month in Lusaka?
The coldest month in Lusaka is July, with an area-wide average temperature of 17.3°C / 63.1°F.
When does it rain most in Lusaka?
The wettest month in Lusaka is January, averaging about 205 mm / 8.1 in of rainfall. The driest is June with about 0 mm / 0 in.