Zambia Map
Interactive map of Zambia with coordinates, nearby places, airports and travel highlights.
Summary
Zambia is a country in Africa. Zambia is a country in Africa with its capital at Lusaka. It has a population of about 20 million. The capital is Lusaka.
Right now it is 92°F (34°C) in Zambia with mainly clear. It feels like 85°F. Today runs from 73°F to 97°F. Chance of precipitation is 2%. Sightseeing conditions score 8.1/10 - good conditions.
The best time to visit Zambia is March, April, May, June, July, August, September and October. The climate is Mediterranean. January, February and December tend to be the least comfortable months. October is the warmest month with average highs near 88°F, while July is the coldest with lows near 55°F.
Nearby highlights include Zambezi River and Victoria Falls.
In plain terms. Today is warmer than average for October. The forecast high of 97°F is 9°F above the 88°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 7 AM to 10 AM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. photography is the strongest bet in Zambia today at 9.6/10. No weather-related travel disruption is expected today. Roads and airports should run normally.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Map of Zambia
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Coordinates: 15°23′15″S 28°19′22.1″E (-15.3875, 28.3228)
Quick facts about Zambia
| Type | Country |
|---|---|
| Continent | Africa |
| Continent | Africa |
| Coordinates | 15°23′15″S 28°19′22.1″E (-15.3875, 28.3228) |
| Capital | Lusaka |
| Population | 20.000.000 |
| Area | 290.585 sq mi |
| ISO code | ZM |
| ISO 3166-1 alpha-3 | ZMB |
| Currency | Zambian kwacha (ZMW) |
| Languages | English |
| Calling code | +260 |
| Time zone | Africa/Lusaka |
| Local time | 9:12 PM (UTC+02:00) |
| Best months | March, April, May, June, July, August, September and October |
| Climate | Mediterranean |
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1 rivers mapped in this atlas
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Things to do in Zambia
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Zambia?
Zambia is a country in Africa. Its coordinates are -15.3875, 28.3228. It lies in Africa.
What is the weather like in Zambia right now?
It is currently 92°F (34°C) with mainly clear. Humidity is 14% and wind is 9 mph.
When is the best time to visit Zambia?
March, April, May, June, July, August, September and October offer the most comfortable conditions in Zambia, which has a Mediterranean climate. January, February and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Zambia in?
Zambia observes Africa/Lusaka (UTC+02:00). The local time is 9:12 PM.
How many people live in Zambia?
Zambia has a population of approximately 20 million.
What are the top things to do in Zambia?
Popular options include Zambezi River and Victoria Falls.
What places are in Zambia?
Zambia covers 1 places in this atlas, including Zambezi River.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (countries-v1) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Map tiles | OpenStreetMap contributors, CARTO and Esri. |
| Elevation | Open-Meteo digital elevation model where the dataset has no value. |
| Method | Scores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown. |
Last updated October 20, 2026 at 9:12 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
