Climate Insights for Kafue
Kafue District, Lusaka Province, Zambia
Climate Overview
The climate in Kafue is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 22°C and approximately 949 mm of precipitation falls per year. January is the wettest month, receiving around 294 mm of rainfall. Kafue 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 12°C.The climate in Kafue is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 72°F and approximately 37.3 in of precipitation falls per year. January is the wettest month, receiving around 11.6 in of rainfall. Kafue 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 53°F.
Temperature
Kafue sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 12°C to 32°C. 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 12°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 Kafue vary considerably across the year, with a 37°F difference between the coldest and warmest months. The warmest month is October, when average highs reach 90°F and the mean temperature sits around 79°F. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 53°F and an average of 63°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
Kafue is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 949 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 79 mm per month. The wettest month is January, averaging 294 mm of rainfall. December and February also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is September, with just 0 mm. That's 293 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.Kafue is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 37.3 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 3.1 in per month. The wettest month is January, averaging 11.6 in of rainfall. December and February also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is September, with just 0 in. That's 11.5 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
Kafue is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 11km/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 14km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in February, with average winds dropping to 7km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 7km/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 12km/h in winter, 13km/h in spring, 8km/h in summer, 10km/h in autumn.Kafue is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 7mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is September, averaging 9mph, 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 4mph 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, 8mph in spring, 5mph in summer, 6mph in autumn.
Best Time to Visit
The best time to visit Kafue 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 8 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 Kafue 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 0.3 in per month. By contrast, October can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 90°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 Kafue 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 Kafue 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.