City Trips Potential
Excellent
Based on optimal climate
Seasonality
June, July, August
January, February, September, October, November, December
Weather
Avg Temp Range
Precipitation
Seasonal (check heatmap)
Good For
General Travel
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Planning a city trip to Lusaka?
The best time to visit Lusaka for a city trip is June, July, August, when you’ll get the best balance of weather, atmosphere, and activities. If you're planning your visit during this period, it’s worth exploring the best areas to stay and things to do in advance.
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Monthly weather & climate data for Lusaka
| Month | Climate Score | Predictability | Avg Temp | Rain (mm) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
January | 57Suboptimal Warm temperatures. High rain conditions. | Predictability 60Weather conditions vary somewhat by season. | 23° | 225 |
February | 59Suboptimal Warm temperatures. High rain conditions. | Predictability 85Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 23° | 162 |
March | 67Suboptimal Warm temperatures. Some rain conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 23° | 98 |
April | 89Excellent Mild temperatures. Mostly dry conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 21° | 24 |
May | 94Excellent Mild temperatures. Mostly dry conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 19° | 3 |
June | 100Excellent Mild temperatures. Mostly dry conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 18° | 0 |
July | 100Excellent Mild temperatures. Mostly dry conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 17° | 0 |
August | 96Excellent Mild temperatures. Mostly dry conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 19° | 0 |
September | 65Suboptimal Warm temperatures. Mostly dry conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 23° | 1 |
October | 58Suboptimal Warm temperatures. Mostly dry conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 26° | 13 |
November | 57Suboptimal Warm temperatures. Some rain conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 25° | 98 |
December | 53Suboptimal Warm temperatures. High rain conditions. | Predictability 78Weather conditions vary somewhat by season. | 24° | 183 |
Source: Historical climate averages (30-year observation).
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