Zambia Weather Forecast
Zambia weather: 65°F, clear. Hourly forecast, 14-day outlook, UV, air quality and the best time to visit.
14-day forecast for Zambia
Daily highs and lows, precipitation and UV.
| Day | Conditions | High / Low | Precip | Wind | UV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sun, Aug 23 | ☀️ Clear sky | 83° / 64° | 0% | 11 mph | 8 |
| Mon, Aug 24 | ☀️ Clear sky | 80° / 62° | 0% | 13 mph | 8 |
| Tue, Aug 25 | 🌤️ Mainly clear | 80° / 58° | 0% | 11 mph | 8 |
| Wed, Aug 26 | ☀️ Clear sky | 83° / 59° | 0% | 11 mph | 8 |
| Thu, Aug 27 | ☀️ Clear sky | 78° / 61° | 0% | 14 mph | 8 |
| Fri, Aug 28 | ☀️ Clear sky | 73° / 56° | 0% | 14 mph | 8 |
| Sat, Aug 29 | 🌤️ Mainly clear | 73° / 56° | 0% | 14 mph | 8 |
| Sun, Aug 30 | ☀️ Clear sky | 78° / 56° | 0% | 10 mph | 8 |
| Mon, Aug 31 | 🌤️ Mainly clear | 85° / 61° | 0% | 10 mph | 8 |
| Tue, Sep 1 | ☀️ Clear sky | 85° / 67° | 0% | 10 mph | 8 |
| Wed, Sep 2 | ☀️ Clear sky | 86° / 67° | 0% | 10 mph | 8 |
| Thu, Sep 3 | 🌤️ Mainly clear | 92° / 69° | 2% | 9 mph | 8 |
| Fri, Sep 4 | 🌤️ Mainly clear | 82° / 61° | 4% | 13 mph | 8 |
| Sat, Sep 5 | ☀️ Clear sky | 73° / 55° | 4% | 13 mph | 8 |
The two-week trend
Warming. The second half of the window averages 38°F warmer than the days immediately ahead.
The window averages 81°F against a August normal of 79°F - right on average.
What this means for Zambia
Today is slightly warmer than average for August. The forecast high of 83°F is 3.6°F above the 79°F typical for this month.
Rain is very unlikely today - plans do not need a backup.
No weather-related travel disruption is expected today. Roads and airports should run normally.
Southern Hemisphere, so peak summer falls in December to February.
The gap between the warmest and coldest month averages 45°F - an unusually even climate through the year.
What to pack, what to skip
- Lightweight, light-coloured clothing and a refillable water bottle
- Sunglasses, a brimmed hat and SPF 30+
- If your dates are flexible, avoid January, February and December - historically the least comfortable months here.
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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 65°F (18°C) with clear. Humidity is 45% and wind is 8 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 9:51 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 data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (countries-v1) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Forecast and observations | Open-Meteo (ECMWF and national models). |
| Air quality and pollen | Copernicus CAMS via Open-Meteo. US AQI scale. |
| Climate averages | ERA5 reanalysis via the Open-Meteo archive, aggregated over 3 years. |
| 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 August 23, 2026 at 9:51 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
