Zambia Weather Forecast
Zambia weather: 64°F, clear. Hourly forecast, 14-day outlook, UV, air quality and the best time to visit.
Risk assessment for Zambia
Derived from the current forecast window - not an official warning.
Peak gusts of 33 mph and 0 thunderstorm days in the next 16 days.
Wettest single day forecast at 0,2 in, 0,2 in across the window. Flash flooding risk rises sharply above 50 mm in a day.
16-day forecast for Zambia
Daily highs and lows, precipitation and UV.
| Day | Conditions | High / Low | Precip | Wind | UV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mon, Aug 24 | 🌤️ Mainly clear | 80° / 62° | 0% | 13 mph | 8 |
| Tue, Aug 25 | ⛅ Partly cloudy | 80° / 58° | 0% | 11 mph | 8 |
| Wed, Aug 26 | ☀️ Clear sky | 82° / 60° | 0% | 12 mph | 8 |
| Thu, Aug 27 | ☀️ Clear sky | 77° / 59° | 0% | 14 mph | 8 |
| Fri, Aug 28 | ☀️ Clear sky | 73° / 56° | 0% | 14 mph | 8 |
| Sat, Aug 29 | ⛅ Partly cloudy | 73° / 57° | 2% | 14 mph | 8 |
| Sun, Aug 30 | 🌤️ Mainly clear | 82° / 61° | 1% | 10 mph | 8 |
| Mon, Aug 31 | 🌤️ Mainly clear | 87° / 65° | 0% | 11 mph | 8 |
| Tue, Sep 1 | ⛅ Partly cloudy | 87° / 71° | 0% | 10 mph | 8 |
| Wed, Sep 2 | ☀️ Clear sky | 85° / 69° | 0% | 10 mph | 8 |
| Thu, Sep 3 | 🌤️ Mainly clear | 86° / 68° | 2% | 9 mph | 8 |
| Fri, Sep 4 | ⛅ Partly cloudy | 89° / 71° | 10% | 8 mph | 8 |
| Sat, Sep 5 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 89° / 73° | 6% · 0,0 in | 9 mph | 8 |
| Sun, Sep 6 | 🌦️ Drizzle | 83° / 70° | 10% · 0,2 in | 9 mph | 9 |
| Mon, Sep 7 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 89° / 68° | 7% · 0,0 in | 11 mph | 9 |
| Tue, Sep 8 | ☀️ Clear sky | -- / -- | 3% | -- | — |
What this means for Zambia
Today is about average for August. The forecast high of 80°F is in line with the 79°F typical for this month.
Rain is very unlikely today - plans do not need a backup.
Gusts to 31 mph will push high-sided vehicles on exposed roads and bridges.
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.
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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 11:05 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. |
|---|---|
| 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 11:05 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
