City Trips Potential
Excellent
Based on optimal climate
Seasonality
April, May, June
January, February, March, November, December
Weather
Avg Temp Range
Precipitation
Seasonal (check heatmap)
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The best time to visit Zambia for a city trip is April, May, June, 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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City Trips conditions breakdown
Monthly weather & climate data for Zambia
| Month | Climate Score | Predictability | Avg Temp | Rain (mm) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
January | 60Suboptimal Warm temperatures. High rain conditions. | Predictability 90Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 23° | 224 |
February | 60Suboptimal Warm temperatures. High rain conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 23° | 198 |
March | 66Suboptimal Warm temperatures. High rain conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 23° | 155 |
April | 100Excellent Mild temperatures. Some rain conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 22° | 51 |
May | 100Excellent Mild temperatures. Mostly dry conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 20° | 5 |
June | 100Excellent Mild temperatures. Mostly dry conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 17° | 0 |
July | 100Excellent Mild temperatures. Mostly dry conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 17° | 0 |
August | 100Excellent Mild temperatures. Mostly dry conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 20° | 0 |
September | 92Excellent Warm temperatures. Mostly dry conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 23° | 4 |
October | 77Good Warm temperatures. Mostly dry conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 25° | 32 |
November | 66Suboptimal Warm temperatures. High rain conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 24° | 112 |
December | 58Suboptimal Warm temperatures. High rain conditions. | Predictability 90Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 23° | 225 |
Source: Historical climate averages (30-year observation).
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