Zambia Weather Forecast
Zambia weather: 64°F, clear. Hourly forecast, 14-day outlook, UV, air quality and the best time to visit.
Climate in Zambia month by month
Average high, average low and total rainfall, based on three years of reanalysis data.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 78° | 64° | 7,4 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| February | 80° | 65° | 4,1 in | ★★★★☆ |
| March | 80° | 64° | 2,2 in | ★★★★☆ |
| April | 79° | 63° | 0,9 in | ★★★★★ |
| May | 77° | 59° | 0,1 in | ★★★★★ |
| June | 74° | 56° | 0,0 in | ★★★★★ |
| July | 75° | 55° | 0,0 in | ★★★★★ |
| August | 79° | 58° | 0,0 in | ★★★★★ |
| September | 87° | 65° | 0,0 in | ★★★★★ |
| October | 88° | 67° | 0,8 in | ★★★★★ |
| November | 85° | 67° | 3,5 in | ★★★★☆ |
| December | 83° | 67° | 4,3 in | ★★★★☆ |
Climate type: Mediterranean. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
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.
Recent extremes in Zambia
Highest and lowest readings observed in the last 3 years of reanalysis data - not all-time records.
How Zambia compares with nearby places
Annual averages, and the difference against Zambia.
| Place | Distance | Avg temp | vs here | Annual rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Victoria Falls | 239 mi | 75°F | +36°F warmer | 24 in |
| Zimbabwe | 246 mi | 67°F | 36°F cooler | 27 in |
What to pack, what to skip
- Sunglasses, a brimmed hat and SPF 30+
- Avoid exposed ridgelines, small boats and rooftop viewpoints while gusts stay above 31 mph.
- 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 64°F (18°C) with clear. Humidity is 42% and wind is 11 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 9:28 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 24, 2026 at 9:28 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
