Climate Insights for Kasama

Kasama District, Northern Province, Zambia

Hottest
October
32°C peak89°F peak
Coldest
July
11°C low52°F low
Wettest
January
312 mm rain12.3 in 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 1,382 mm of precipitation falls per year. January is the wettest month, receiving around 312 mm 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.The climate in Kasama is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 70°F and approximately 54.4 in of precipitation falls per year. January is the wettest month, receiving around 12.3 in 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 52°F.

Temperature

0°10°20°30°40°JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 26°Average: 21°Min: 18°FebMax: 27°Average: 21°Min: 18°MarMax: 26°Average: 21°Min: 18°AprMax: 26°Average: 21°Min: 17°MayMax: 26°Average: 20°Min: 14°JunMax: 25°Average: 18°Min: 12°JulMax: 25°Average: 18°Min: 11°AugMax: 28°Average: 20°Min: 13°SepMax: 30°Average: 23°Min: 16°OctMax: 32°Average: 25°Min: 18°NovMax: 30°Average: 24°Min: 19°DecMax: 27°Average: 22°Min: 18°
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0°F10°F20°F30°F40°F50°F60°F70°F80°F90°FJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 78°FAverage: 70°FMin: 64°FFebMax: 80°FAverage: 71°FMin: 64°FMarMax: 80°FAverage: 70°FMin: 64°FAprMax: 79°FAverage: 69°FMin: 63°FMayMax: 79°FAverage: 68°FMin: 58°FJunMax: 78°FAverage: 65°FMin: 53°FJulMax: 77°FAverage: 64°FMin: 52°FAugMax: 82°FAverage: 69°FMin: 56°FSepMax: 87°FAverage: 74°FMin: 60°FOctMax: 89°FAverage: 77°FMin: 65°FNovMax: 86°FAverage: 75°FMin: 66°FDecMax: 81°FAverage: 71°FMin: 64°F
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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.Temperatures in Kasama 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 89°F and the mean temperature sits around 77°F. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 52°F and an average of 64°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 20°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between August and September, with a 5°F shift in average temperatures.

Precipitation

0mm50mm100mm150mm200mm250mm300mm350mmJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 312mmFebPrecipitation: 243mmMarPrecipitation: 255mmAprPrecipitation: 115mmMayPrecipitation: 9mmJunPrecipitation: 0mmJulPrecipitation: 0mmAugPrecipitation: 0mmSepPrecipitation: 0mmOctPrecipitation: 16mmNovPrecipitation: 145mmDecPrecipitation: 287mm
Precipitation
0in2in4in6in8in10in12inJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 12.3inFebPrecipitation: 9.6inMarPrecipitation: 10inAprPrecipitation: 4.5inMayPrecipitation: 0.4inJunPrecipitation: 0inJulPrecipitation: 0inAugPrecipitation: 0inSepPrecipitation: 0inOctPrecipitation: 0.6inNovPrecipitation: 5.7inDecPrecipitation: 11.3in
Precipitation

Kasama is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1,382 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 115 mm per month. The wettest month is January, averaging 312 mm of rainfall. December and March also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is June, with just 0 mm. That's 311 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.Kasama is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 54.4 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 4.5 in per month. The wettest month is January, averaging 12.3 in of rainfall. December and March also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is June, with just 0 in. That's 12.2 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: 6km/hFebWind Speed: 6km/hMarWind Speed: 6km/hAprWind Speed: 9km/hMayWind Speed: 10km/hJunWind Speed: 10km/hJulWind Speed: 10km/hAugWind Speed: 11km/hSepWind Speed: 11km/hOctWind Speed: 10km/hNovWind Speed: 8km/hDecWind Speed: 6km/h
Wind Speed
0mph5mph10mphJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 4mphFebWind Speed: 4mphMarWind Speed: 4mphAprWind Speed: 6mphMayWind Speed: 6mphJunWind Speed: 6mphJulWind Speed: 6mphAugWind Speed: 7mphSepWind Speed: 7mphOctWind Speed: 6mphNovWind Speed: 5mphDecWind Speed: 4mph
Wind Speed

Kasama is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 8km/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 11km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in February, with average winds dropping to 6km/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 10km/h in winter, 9km/h in spring, 6km/h in summer, 8km/h in autumn.Kasama is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 5mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is September, averaging 7mph, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in February, with average winds dropping to 4mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 3mph 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 6mph in winter, 6mph in spring, 4mph in summer, 5mph in autumn.

Best Time to Visit

Jan21°70°F
Feb21°71°F
Mar21°70°F
Apr21°69°F
May20°68°F
Jun18°65°F
Jul18°64°F
Aug20°69°F
Sep23°74°F
Oct25°77°F
Nov24°75°F
Dec22°71°F

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 2 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 Kasama is during 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 0.1 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 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.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 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
18 °C64 °F
26 °C78 °F
6 km/h4 mph
312 mm12.3 in
0 cm0 in
Feb
18 °C64 °F
27 °C80 °F
6 km/h4 mph
243 mm9.6 in
0 cm0 in
Mar
18 °C64 °F
26 °C80 °F
6 km/h4 mph
255 mm10 in
0 cm0 in
Apr
17 °C63 °F
26 °C79 °F
9 km/h6 mph
115 mm4.5 in
0 cm0 in
May
14 °C58 °F
26 °C79 °F
10 km/h6 mph
9 mm0.4 in
0 cm0 in
Jun
12 °C53 °F
25 °C78 °F
10 km/h6 mph
0 mm0 in
0 cm0 in
Jul
11 °C52 °F
25 °C77 °F
10 km/h6 mph
0 mm0 in
0 cm0 in
Aug
13 °C56 °F
28 °C82 °F
11 km/h7 mph
0 mm0 in
0 cm0 in
Sep
16 °C60 °F
30 °C87 °F
11 km/h7 mph
0 mm0 in
0 cm0 in
OctCurrent
18 °C65 °F
32 °C89 °F
10 km/h6 mph
16 mm0.6 in
0 cm0 in
Nov
19 °C66 °F
30 °C86 °F
8 km/h5 mph
145 mm5.7 in
0 cm0 in
Dec
18 °C64 °F
27 °C81 °F
6 km/h4 mph
287 mm11.3 in
0 cm0 in