Climate of Northern, Zambia
Area-weighted average across Northern. For where people actually live and travel, see the cities below.
Northern, a subdivision of Zambia, has a mild oceanic climate on average. Area-weighted monthly temperatures across the whole territory range from 19.1°C / 66.4°F in July to 24°C / 75.2°F in October, with rainfall from 0 mm / 0 in to 247 mm / 9.7 in depending on the season (1236 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 | 22.1°C71.8°F | 235 mm9.3″ | Tropical |
| February | 22.1°C71.8°F | 218 mm8.6″ | Tropical |
| March | 22.2°C72°F | 234 mm9.2″ | Tropical |
| April | 22.2°C72°F | 99 mm3.9″ | Tropical |
| May | 21°C69.8°F | 15 mm0.6″ | Sunny & Warm, Sunny & Mild |
| June | 19.4°C66.9°F | 1 mm0″ | Sunny & Mild |
| July | 19.1°C66.4°F | 0 mm0″ | Sunny & Mild |
| August | 20.7°C69.3°F | 1 mm0″ | Sunny & Warm, Sunny & Mild |
| September | 22.9°C73.2°F | 5 mm0.2″ | Sunny & Warm |
| October | 24°C75.2°F | 34 mm1.3″ | Sunny & Warm |
| November | 23.4°C74.1°F | 147 mm5.8″ | Tropical |
| December | 22.3°C72.1°F | 247 mm9.7″ | Tropical |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Northern?
The best months to visit Northern, Zambia for sunny, dry weather are May, June, July, August, September, October. The warmest month is October at an area-wide average of 24°C / 75.2°F, and the driest is July with about 0 mm / 0 in of rainfall.
What is the climate of Northern?
Northern, Zambia has area-weighted monthly average temperatures ranging from 19.1°C / 66.4°F in July to 24°C / 75.2°F in October. Annual rainfall averages about 1236 mm / 48.7 in, with the wettest month being December (247 mm / 9.7 in) and the driest July (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 Northern?
The hottest month in Northern is October, with an area-wide average temperature of 24°C / 75.2°F.
What is the coldest month in Northern?
The coldest month in Northern is July, with an area-wide average temperature of 19.1°C / 66.4°F.
When does it rain most in Northern?
The wettest month in Northern is December, averaging about 247 mm / 9.7 in of rainfall. The driest is July with about 0 mm / 0 in.