Climate Insights for Kabwe
Kabwe District, Central Province, Zambia
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
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
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
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
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.