Climate Insights for Livingstone
Livingstone District, Southern Province, Zambia
Climate Overview
The climate in Livingstone is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 23°C and approximately 833 mm of precipitation falls per year. January is the wettest month, receiving around 252 mm of rainfall. Livingstone 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, May, when temperatures can drop to 11°C.The climate in Livingstone is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 74°F and approximately 32.8 in of precipitation falls per year. January is the wettest month, receiving around 9.9 in of rainfall. Livingstone 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, May, when temperatures can drop to 51°F.
Temperature
Temperatures in Livingstone 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 18°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.Temperatures in Livingstone vary considerably across the year, with a 43°F difference between the coldest and warmest months. The warmest month is October, when average highs reach 94°F and the mean temperature sits around 82°F. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 51°F and an average of 64°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 22°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between August and September, with a 8°F shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Livingstone is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 833 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 69 mm per month. The wettest month is January, averaging 252 mm of rainfall. February and December also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is August, with just 0 mm. That's 252 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.Livingstone is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 32.8 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 2.7 in per month. The wettest month is January, averaging 9.9 in of rainfall. February and December also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is August, with just 0 in. That's 9.9 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
Livingstone is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 10km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is October, averaging 12km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in February, with average winds dropping to 8km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 4km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months.Livingstone is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 6mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is October, averaging 7mph, 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 2mph gap between the calmest and windiest months.
Best Time to Visit
The best time to visit Livingstone is during March, 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 21 mm 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.The best time to visit Livingstone is during March, April, May, June, July and August, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 69°F with modest rainfall averaging 0.8 in per month. By contrast, October can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 94°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 Livingstone 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 Livingstone 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.