Climate Insights for Kalabo

, Western Province, Zambia

Hottest
October
35°C peak
Coldest
July
11°C low
Wettest
January
272mm rain
Best to Visit
April, May, June
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Kalabo is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 23°C and approximately 964mm of precipitation falls per year. January is the wettest month, receiving around 272mm of rainfall. Kalabo 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 11°C.

Temperature

10° 20° 30° 40° Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Max: 28° Average: 23° Min: 20° Feb Max: 29° Average: 24° Min: 20° Mar Max: 29° Average: 24° Min: 20° Apr Max: 29° Average: 23° Min: 18° May Max: 28° Average: 21° Min: 15° Jun Max: 26° Average: 19° Min: 12° Jul Max: 27° Average: 19° Min: 11° Aug Max: 30° Average: 22° Min: 14° Sep Max: 34° Average: 26° Min: 18° Oct Max: 35° Average: 28° Min: 21° Nov Max: 32° Average: 26° Min: 21° Dec Max: 29° Average: 24° Min: 20°
Max
Average
Min

Temperatures in Kalabo vary considerably across the year, with a 24°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. The warmest month is October, when average highs reach 35°C and the mean temperature sits around 28°C. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 11°C and an average of 19°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 12°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between August and September, with a 4°C shift in average temperatures.

Precipitation

0mm 50mm 100mm 150mm 200mm 250mm 300mm Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Precipitation: 272mm Feb Precipitation: 194mm Mar Precipitation: 151mm Apr Precipitation: 49mm May Precipitation: 1mm Jun Precipitation: 0mm Jul Precipitation: 0mm Aug Precipitation: 0mm Sep Precipitation: 0mm Oct Precipitation: 10mm Nov Precipitation: 106mm Dec Precipitation: 179mm
Precipitation

Kalabo is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 964mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 80mm per month. The wettest month is January, averaging 272mm of rainfall. February and December also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is August, with just 0mm. That's 272mm 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/h 5km/h 10km/h 15km/h 20km/h Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Wind Speed: 14km/h Feb Wind Speed: 13km/h Mar Wind Speed: 12km/h Apr Wind Speed: 14km/h May Wind Speed: 15km/h Jun Wind Speed: 15km/h Jul Wind Speed: 15km/h Aug Wind Speed: 16km/h Sep Wind Speed: 18km/h Oct Wind Speed: 17km/h Nov Wind Speed: 14km/h Dec Wind Speed: 13km/h
Wind Speed

Kalabo is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 15km/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 18km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in March, with average winds dropping to 12km/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 16km/h in winter, 16km/h in spring, 13km/h in summer, 14km/h in autumn.

Seasons

Winter
Dec 21
Spring
Sep 23
Summer
Dec 21
Autumn
Mar 20

89 days until Winter

It is currently autumn in Kalabo, which began on March 20, 2026. Kalabo is in the Southern Hemisphere, where the seasons are reversed — spring starts in September, summer in December, autumn in March, and winter in June. The warmest period peaks in October at around 35°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in July near 11°C. Winter is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 89 days from now.

Spring

Temperatures range from 18 to 35°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 116mm over the season and a monthly average of 39mm. Winds are moderate at around 16km/h. Light layers work well as temperatures warm through the season — a great time to be outdoors.

Summer

Temperatures range from 20 to 29°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 646mm across the season with a monthly average of 215mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 13km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal — perfect conditions for outdoor activities.

Autumn

Temperatures range from 15 to 29°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 202mm for the season, averaging 67mm per month. Winds are generally light, averaging 14km/h. Layered clothing works best as temperatures gradually cool — enjoy the crisp air and changing scenery.

Winter

Temperatures range from 11 to 30°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 0mm for the entire season. Winds are moderate at around 16km/h. A light jacket or sweater is usually sufficient, though cooler evenings may call for an extra layer.

Best Time to Visit

Jan 23°
Feb 24°
Mar 24°
Apr 23°
May 21°
Jun 19°
Jul 19°
Aug 22°
Sep 26°
Oct 28°
Nov 26°
Dec 24°

The best time to visit Kalabo is during April, May, June, July and August, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 21°C with modest rainfall averaging 10mm per month. By contrast, October can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 35°C. 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 Kalabo 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.

Month
Min Temperature
Max Temperature
Wind Speed
Precipitation
Snow
Jan
20 °C
28 °C
14 km/h
272 mm
0 cm
Feb
20 °C
29 °C
13 km/h
194 mm
0 cm
Mar Current
20 °C
29 °C
12 km/h
151 mm
0 cm
Apr
18 °C
29 °C
14 km/h
49 mm
0 cm
May
15 °C
28 °C
15 km/h
1 mm
0 cm
Jun
12 °C
26 °C
15 km/h
0 mm
0 cm
Jul
11 °C
27 °C
15 km/h
0 mm
0 cm
Aug
14 °C
30 °C
16 km/h
0 mm
0 cm
Sep
18 °C
34 °C
18 km/h
0 mm
0 cm
Oct
21 °C
35 °C
17 km/h
10 mm
0 cm
Nov
21 °C
32 °C
14 km/h
106 mm
0 cm
Dec
20 °C
29 °C
13 km/h
179 mm
0 cm
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