Climate Insights for Chiengi

The climate in Chiengi is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 24°C and approximately 1331mm of precipitation falls per year. December is the wettest month, receiving around 259mm of rainfall. Chiengi sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.

Chiengi has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 10°C range. The warmest month is October, when average highs reach 29°C and the mean temperature sits around 26°C. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 19°C and an average of 22°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 4°C between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between August and September, with a 2°C shift in average temperatures.

Chiengi is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1331mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 111mm per month. The wettest month is December, averaging 259mm of rainfall. March and January also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is June, with just 0mm. That's 259mm less than December, the wettest month. Rainfall is heavily concentrated in certain months, creating a distinct wet and dry season. Visitors should plan around these patterns, as the difference between peak and low months is dramatic.

Chiengi is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 16km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is July, averaging 19km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in December, with average winds dropping to 14km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 5km/h between the calmest and windiest months. Wind tends to be stronger during winter months, driven by seasonal pressure systems. The seasonal averages break down to 18km/h in winter, 17km/h in spring, 14km/h in summer, 16km/h in autumn.

It is currently autumn in Chiengi, which began on March 20, 2026. Chiengi sits near the equator, so the traditional four-season cycle is less pronounced — temperatures remain relatively stable year-round. The warmest period peaks in October at around 29°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in July near 19°C. Winter is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 89 days from now.

The best time to visit Chiengi is during May, June, July and August, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 23°C with modest rainfall averaging 3mm per month. By contrast, October can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 29°C. With minimal rainfall expected, you can pack light and plan outdoor activities with confidence.

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Chiengi based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Celsius (°C). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in kilometres per hour (km/h). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.