Climate Insights for Chingola

Chingola District, Copperbelt Province, Zambia

Hottest
October
31°C peak89°F peak
Coldest
July
12°C low53°F low
Wettest
January
296 mm rain11.6 in rain
Best to Visit
April, May, June
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Chingola is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 21°C and approximately 1,239 mm of precipitation falls per year. January is the wettest month, receiving around 296 mm of rainfall. Chingola is in the Southern Hemisphere. The seasons are reversed: summer runs from December to February, while winter falls between June and August. The summer months are: October, September, November. The coldest months are July, June, August, when temperatures can drop to 12°C.The climate in Chingola is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 70°F and approximately 48.8 in of precipitation falls per year. January is the wettest month, receiving around 11.6 in of rainfall. Chingola is in the Southern Hemisphere. The seasons are reversed: summer runs from December to February, while winter falls between June and August. The summer months are: October, September, November. The coldest months are July, June, August, when temperatures can drop to 53°F.

Temperature

0°10°20°30°40°JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 26°Average: 21°Min: 18°FebMax: 27°Average: 22°Min: 18°MarMax: 26°Average: 22°Min: 18°AprMax: 26°Average: 21°Min: 17°MayMax: 26°Average: 20°Min: 15°JunMax: 25°Average: 18°Min: 12°JulMax: 24°Average: 18°Min: 12°AugMax: 27°Average: 20°Min: 14°SepMax: 30°Average: 24°Min: 18°OctMax: 31°Average: 25°Min: 19°NovMax: 29°Average: 23°Min: 19°DecMax: 27°Average: 22°Min: 18°
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0°F10°F20°F30°F40°F50°F60°F70°F80°F90°FJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 78°FAverage: 70°FMin: 65°FFebMax: 80°FAverage: 71°FMin: 65°FMarMax: 80°FAverage: 71°FMin: 64°FAprMax: 79°FAverage: 70°FMin: 62°FMayMax: 79°FAverage: 68°FMin: 58°FJunMax: 76°FAverage: 64°FMin: 54°FJulMax: 76°FAverage: 64°FMin: 53°FAugMax: 81°FAverage: 69°FMin: 58°FSepMax: 87°FAverage: 75°FMin: 64°FOctMax: 89°FAverage: 77°FMin: 67°FNovMax: 84°FAverage: 74°FMin: 66°FDecMax: 80°FAverage: 72°FMin: 65°F
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Chingola sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 12°C to 31°C. The warmest month is October, when average highs reach 31°C and the mean temperature sits around 25°C. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 12°C and an average of 18°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 11°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between August and September, with a 3°C shift in average temperatures.Chingola sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 53°F to 89°F. The warmest month is October, when average highs reach 89°F and the mean temperature sits around 77°F. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 53°F and an average of 64°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 19°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between August and September, with a 6°F shift in average temperatures.

Precipitation

0mm50mm100mm150mm200mm250mm300mmJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 296mmFebPrecipitation: 257mmMarPrecipitation: 219mmAprPrecipitation: 66mmMayPrecipitation: 5mmJunPrecipitation: 0mmJulPrecipitation: 0mmAugPrecipitation: 0mmSepPrecipitation: 0mmOctPrecipitation: 18mmNovPrecipitation: 151mmDecPrecipitation: 226mm
Precipitation
0in2in4in6in8in10in12inJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 11.6inFebPrecipitation: 10.1inMarPrecipitation: 8.6inAprPrecipitation: 2.6inMayPrecipitation: 0.2inJunPrecipitation: 0inJulPrecipitation: 0inAugPrecipitation: 0inSepPrecipitation: 0inOctPrecipitation: 0.7inNovPrecipitation: 5.9inDecPrecipitation: 8.9in
Precipitation

Chingola is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1,239 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 103 mm per month. The wettest month is January, averaging 296 mm of rainfall. February and December also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is August, with just 0 mm. That's 296 mm less than January, 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.Chingola is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 48.8 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 4.1 in per month. The wettest month is January, averaging 11.7 in of rainfall. February and December also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is August, with just 0 in. That's 11.7 in less than January, 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.

Wind

0km/h5km/h10km/h15km/hJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 7km/hFebWind Speed: 6km/hMarWind Speed: 7km/hAprWind Speed: 10km/hMayWind Speed: 11km/hJunWind Speed: 11km/hJulWind Speed: 11km/hAugWind Speed: 12km/hSepWind Speed: 12km/hOctWind Speed: 11km/hNovWind Speed: 8km/hDecWind Speed: 7km/h
Wind Speed
0mph5mph10mphJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 4mphFebWind Speed: 4mphMarWind Speed: 4mphAprWind Speed: 6mphMayWind Speed: 7mphJunWind Speed: 7mphJulWind Speed: 7mphAugWind Speed: 7mphSepWind Speed: 7mphOctWind Speed: 7mphNovWind Speed: 5mphDecWind Speed: 4mph
Wind Speed

Chingola is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 9km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is September, averaging 12km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in February, with average winds dropping to 6km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 6km/h gap 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 11km/h in winter, 10km/h in spring, 7km/h in summer, 9km/h in autumn.Chingola is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 6mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is September, averaging 7mph, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in February, with average winds dropping to 4mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 3mph gap 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 7mph in winter, 6mph in spring, 4mph in summer, 6mph in autumn.

Best Time to Visit

Jan21°70°F
Feb22°71°F
Mar22°71°F
Apr21°70°F
May20°68°F
Jun18°64°F
Jul18°64°F
Aug20°69°F
Sep24°75°F
Oct25°77°F
Nov23°74°F
Dec22°72°F

The best time to visit Chingola is during April, May, June, July, August and September, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 20°C with modest rainfall averaging 12 mm per month. By contrast, October can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 31°C. With minimal rainfall expected, you can pack light and plan outdoor activities with confidence.The best time to visit Chingola is during April, May, June, July, August and September, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 68°F with modest rainfall averaging 0.5 in per month. By contrast, October can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 89°F. With minimal rainfall expected, you can pack light and plan outdoor activities with confidence.

Monthly Climate Data

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

Month
Min Temperature
Max Temperature
Wind Speed
Precipitation
Snow
Jan
18 °C65 °F
26 °C78 °F
7 km/h4 mph
296 mm11.6 in
0 cm0 in
Feb
18 °C65 °F
27 °C80 °F
6 km/h4 mph
257 mm10.1 in
0 cm0 in
Mar
18 °C64 °F
26 °C80 °F
7 km/h4 mph
219 mm8.6 in
0 cm0 in
Apr
17 °C62 °F
26 °C79 °F
10 km/h6 mph
66 mm2.6 in
0 cm0 in
May
15 °C58 °F
26 °C79 °F
11 km/h7 mph
5 mm0.2 in
0 cm0 in
Jun
12 °C54 °F
25 °C76 °F
11 km/h7 mph
0 mm0 in
0 cm0 in
Jul
12 °C53 °F
24 °C76 °F
11 km/h7 mph
0 mm0 in
0 cm0 in
Aug
14 °C58 °F
27 °C81 °F
12 km/h7 mph
0 mm0 in
0 cm0 in
Sep
18 °C64 °F
30 °C87 °F
12 km/h7 mph
0 mm0 in
0 cm0 in
OctCurrent
19 °C67 °F
31 °C89 °F
11 km/h7 mph
18 mm0.7 in
0 cm0 in
Nov
19 °C66 °F
29 °C84 °F
8 km/h5 mph
151 mm5.9 in
0 cm0 in
Dec
18 °C65 °F
27 °C80 °F
7 km/h4 mph
226 mm8.9 in
0 cm0 in