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Things to Do in Zambia

Top things to do in Zambia: attractions, parks, viewpoints and day trips, with maps and live weather.

☀️ 68°F now🕔 8:55 AM local📅 Best: March, April, May, June, July, August, September and October👥 20 million

Things to do in Zambia

Attractions, parks and landmarks in and around Zambia.

Map of Zambia

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Coordinates: 15°23′15″S 28°19′22.1″E (-15.3875, 28.3228)

Weather in Zambia right now

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68°F
Clear sky · feels like 63°F
Humidity50%
Wind10 mph E
Gusts23 mph
UV index3.4 · Moderate
Cloud cover0%
Pressure886 hPa
VisibilityExcellent · 17 mi
Air quality63 · Moderate
Sunrise6:19 AM
Sunset6:00 PM
Moon🌓 First quarter · 67%

Wear sunglasses and use SPF 30+ if you are outside for long.

Source: Open-Meteo. Updated 8:55 AM, Aug 22 local time.

Best time to visit Zambia

Go in March, April, May, June, July, August, September and October. These months score highest on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and useful daylight.

Hardest months: January, February and December - expect the least comfortable mix of heat, cold or rain.

January★★★☆☆
February★★★★
March★★★★
April★★★★★
May★★★★★
June★★★★★
July★★★★★
August★★★★★
September★★★★★
October★★★★★
November★★★★
December★★★★

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 68°F (20°C) in Zambia with clear sky. It feels like 63°F. Today runs from 61°F to 80°F. Chance of precipitation is 0%. Sightseeing conditions score 9.5/10 - excellent - go now.

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 about average for August. The forecast high of 80°F is in line with the 79°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 6 PM to 9 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. stargazing is the strongest bet in Zambia today at 10/10. 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.

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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 68°F (20°C) with clear sky. Humidity is 50% and wind is 10 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 8:55 AM.

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 dataUSPOTUS Atlas dataset (countries-v1) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts.
Map tilesOpenStreetMap contributors, CARTO and Esri.
ElevationOpen-Meteo digital elevation model where the dataset has no value.
MethodScores, 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 August 22, 2026 at 8:55 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.

Davil Hofile
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