Climate Insights for Kasama

, Northern Province, Zambia

Hottest
October
32°C peak
Coldest
July
11°C low
Wettest
January
300mm rain
Best to Visit
May, June, July
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Kasama is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 21°C and approximately 1279mm of precipitation falls per year. January is the wettest month, receiving around 300mm of rainfall. Kasama 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: 26° Average: 21° Min: 18° Feb Max: 26° Average: 21° Min: 18° Mar Max: 26° Average: 21° Min: 18° Apr Max: 26° Average: 21° Min: 17° May Max: 26° Average: 20° Min: 14° Jun Max: 25° Average: 18° Min: 12° Jul Max: 25° Average: 18° Min: 11° Aug Max: 28° Average: 21° Min: 14° Sep Max: 30° Average: 23° Min: 16° Oct Max: 32° Average: 25° Min: 19° Nov Max: 30° Average: 24° Min: 19° Dec Max: 27° Average: 22° Min: 18°
Max
Average
Min

Temperatures in Kasama 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 25°C. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 11°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.

Precipitation

0mm 50mm 100mm 150mm 200mm 250mm 300mm Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Precipitation: 300mm Feb Precipitation: 239mm Mar Precipitation: 233mm Apr Precipitation: 100mm May Precipitation: 4mm Jun Precipitation: 0mm Jul Precipitation: 0mm Aug Precipitation: 0mm Sep Precipitation: 0mm Oct Precipitation: 15mm Nov Precipitation: 132mm Dec Precipitation: 256mm
Precipitation

Kasama is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1279mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 107mm per month. The wettest month is January, averaging 300mm of rainfall. December and February also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is June, with just 0mm. That's 300mm 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 Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Wind Speed: 10km/h Feb Wind Speed: 10km/h Mar Wind Speed: 11km/h Apr Wind Speed: 13km/h May Wind Speed: 13km/h Jun Wind Speed: 13km/h Jul Wind Speed: 14km/h Aug Wind Speed: 15km/h Sep Wind Speed: 15km/h Oct Wind Speed: 15km/h Nov Wind Speed: 12km/h Dec Wind Speed: 10km/h
Wind Speed

Kasama is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 13km/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 10km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 5km/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, 10km/h in summer, 13km/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 Kasama, which began on March 20, 2026. Kasama 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 32°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 16 to 32°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 147mm over the season and a monthly average of 49mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 14km/h. Light layers work well as temperatures warm through the season — a great time to be outdoors.

Summer

Temperatures range from 18 to 27°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 794mm across the season with a monthly average of 265mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 10km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal — perfect conditions for outdoor activities.

Autumn

Temperatures range from 14 to 26°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 337mm across the season with a monthly average of 112mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 13km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.

Winter

Temperatures range from 11 to 28°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 0mm for the entire season. Winds are generally light, averaging 14km/h. A light jacket or sweater is usually sufficient, though cooler evenings may call for an extra layer.

Best Time to Visit

Jan 21°
Feb 21°
Mar 21°
Apr 21°
May 20°
Jun 18°
Jul 18°
Aug 21°
Sep 23°
Oct 25°
Nov 24°
Dec 22°

The best time to visit Kasama is during 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 1mm 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.

Monthly Climate Data

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Kasama 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
18 °C
26 °C
10 km/h
300 mm
0 cm
Feb
18 °C
26 °C
10 km/h
239 mm
0 cm
Mar Current
18 °C
26 °C
11 km/h
233 mm
0 cm
Apr
17 °C
26 °C
13 km/h
100 mm
0 cm
May
14 °C
26 °C
13 km/h
4 mm
0 cm
Jun
12 °C
25 °C
13 km/h
0 mm
0 cm
Jul
11 °C
25 °C
14 km/h
0 mm
0 cm
Aug
14 °C
28 °C
15 km/h
0 mm
0 cm
Sep
16 °C
30 °C
15 km/h
0 mm
0 cm
Oct
19 °C
32 °C
15 km/h
15 mm
0 cm
Nov
19 °C
30 °C
12 km/h
132 mm
0 cm
Dec
18 °C
27 °C
10 km/h
256 mm
0 cm
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