Climate Insights for Kabwe

Kabwe District, Central Province, Zambia

Hottest
October
32°C peak89°F peak
Coldest
July
11°C low51°F low
Wettest
January
270 mm rain10.6 in rain
Best to Visit
April, May, June
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Kabwe is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 21°C and approximately 924 mm of precipitation falls per year. January is the wettest month, receiving around 270 mm of rainfall. Kabwe 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, November, September. The coldest months are July, June, August, when temperatures can drop to 11°C.The climate in Kabwe is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 71°F and approximately 36.4 in of precipitation falls per year. January is the wettest month, receiving around 10.6 in of rainfall. Kabwe 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, November, September. The coldest months are July, June, August, when temperatures can drop to 51°F.

Temperature

0°10°20°30°40°JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 27°Average: 22°Min: 19°FebMax: 27°Average: 23°Min: 19°MarMax: 27°Average: 22°Min: 18°AprMax: 26°Average: 21°Min: 16°MayMax: 25°Average: 19°Min: 13°JunMax: 23°Average: 17°Min: 11°JulMax: 23°Average: 17°Min: 11°AugMax: 27°Average: 20°Min: 13°SepMax: 30°Average: 23°Min: 17°OctMax: 32°Average: 26°Min: 20°NovMax: 30°Average: 25°Min: 20°DecMax: 28°Average: 23°Min: 19°
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0°F10°F20°F30°F40°F50°F60°F70°F80°F90°FJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 80°FAverage: 72°FMin: 66°FFebMax: 81°FAverage: 73°FMin: 66°FMarMax: 80°FAverage: 72°FMin: 64°FAprMax: 79°FAverage: 69°FMin: 61°FMayMax: 77°FAverage: 66°FMin: 56°FJunMax: 74°FAverage: 62°FMin: 52°FJulMax: 73°FAverage: 62°FMin: 51°FAugMax: 80°FAverage: 67°FMin: 55°FSepMax: 86°FAverage: 74°FMin: 62°FOctMax: 89°FAverage: 78°FMin: 67°FNovMax: 86°FAverage: 77°FMin: 68°FDecMax: 83°FAverage: 74°FMin: 67°F
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Temperatures in Kabwe vary considerably across the year, with a 21°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. The warmest month is October, when average highs reach 32°C and the mean temperature sits around 26°C. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 11°C and an average of 17°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 4°C shift in average temperatures.Temperatures in Kabwe vary considerably across the year, with a 38°F difference between the coldest and warmest months. The warmest month is October, when average highs reach 89°F and the mean temperature sits around 78°F. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 51°F and an average of 62°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 7°F shift in average temperatures.

Precipitation

0mm50mm100mm150mm200mm250mm300mmJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 270mmFebPrecipitation: 195mmMarPrecipitation: 124mmAprPrecipitation: 39mmMayPrecipitation: 4mmJunPrecipitation: 1mmJulPrecipitation: 2mmAugPrecipitation: 0mmSepPrecipitation: 0mmOctPrecipitation: 12mmNovPrecipitation: 96mmDecPrecipitation: 182mm
Precipitation
0in2in4in6in8in10inJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 10.6inFebPrecipitation: 7.7inMarPrecipitation: 4.9inAprPrecipitation: 1.5inMayPrecipitation: 0.2inJunPrecipitation: 0inJulPrecipitation: 0.1inAugPrecipitation: 0inSepPrecipitation: 0inOctPrecipitation: 0.5inNovPrecipitation: 3.8inDecPrecipitation: 7.2in
Precipitation

Kabwe is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 924 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 77 mm per month. The wettest month is January, averaging 270 mm of rainfall. February and December also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is September, with just 0 mm. That's 269 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.Kabwe is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 36.4 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 3 in per month. The wettest month is January, averaging 10.6 in of rainfall. February and December also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is September, with just 0 in. That's 10.6 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: 9km/hFebWind Speed: 9km/hMarWind Speed: 10km/hAprWind Speed: 13km/hMayWind Speed: 13km/hJunWind Speed: 13km/hJulWind Speed: 14km/hAugWind Speed: 14km/hSepWind Speed: 15km/hOctWind Speed: 15km/hNovWind Speed: 12km/hDecWind Speed: 9km/h
Wind Speed
0mph5mph10mphJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 5mphFebWind Speed: 5mphMarWind Speed: 6mphAprWind Speed: 8mphMayWind Speed: 8mphJunWind Speed: 8mphJulWind Speed: 9mphAugWind Speed: 9mphSepWind Speed: 10mphOctWind Speed: 9mphNovWind Speed: 7mphDecWind Speed: 6mph
Wind Speed

Kabwe is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 12km/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 15km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in February, with average winds dropping to 9km/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 14km/h in winter, 14km/h in spring, 9km/h in summer, 12km/h in autumn.Kabwe is moderately windy, with an average annual wind speed of 8mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is September, averaging 10mph, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in February, with average winds dropping to 5mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 5mph 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 9mph in winter, 9mph in spring, 5mph in summer, 8mph in autumn.

Best Time to Visit

Jan22°72°F
Feb23°73°F
Mar22°72°F
Apr21°69°F
May19°66°F
Jun17°62°F
Jul17°62°F
Aug20°67°F
Sep23°74°F
Oct26°78°F
Nov25°77°F
Dec23°74°F

The best time to visit Kabwe is during April, May, June, July, August, September and November, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 20°C with modest rainfall averaging 20 mm per month. By contrast, October can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 32°C. With minimal rainfall expected, you can pack light and plan outdoor activities with confidence.The best time to visit Kabwe is during April, May, June, July, August, September and November, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 68°F with modest rainfall averaging 0.8 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 Kabwe 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 Kabwe 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
19 °C66 °F
27 °C80 °F
9 km/h5 mph
270 mm10.6 in
0 cm0 in
Feb
19 °C66 °F
27 °C81 °F
9 km/h5 mph
195 mm7.7 in
0 cm0 in
Mar
18 °C64 °F
27 °C80 °F
10 km/h6 mph
124 mm4.9 in
0 cm0 in
Apr
16 °C61 °F
26 °C79 °F
13 km/h8 mph
39 mm1.5 in
0 cm0 in
May
13 °C56 °F
25 °C77 °F
13 km/h8 mph
4 mm0.2 in
0 cm0 in
Jun
11 °C52 °F
23 °C74 °F
13 km/h8 mph
1 mm0 in
0 cm0 in
Jul
11 °C51 °F
23 °C73 °F
14 km/h9 mph
2 mm0.1 in
0 cm0 in
Aug
13 °C55 °F
27 °C80 °F
14 km/h9 mph
0 mm0 in
0 cm0 in
Sep
17 °C62 °F
30 °C86 °F
15 km/h10 mph
0 mm0 in
0 cm0 in
OctCurrent
20 °C67 °F
32 °C89 °F
15 km/h9 mph
12 mm0.5 in
0 cm0 in
Nov
20 °C68 °F
30 °C86 °F
12 km/h7 mph
96 mm3.8 in
0 cm0 in
Dec
19 °C67 °F
28 °C83 °F
9 km/h6 mph
182 mm7.2 in
0 cm0 in