Climate Insights for Mansa

Mansa District, Luapula Province, Zambia

Hottest
October
31°C peak88°F peak
Coldest
July
12°C low54°F low
Wettest
January
282 mm rain11.1 in rain
Best to Visit
April, May, June
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Mansa is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 21°C and approximately 1,214 mm of precipitation falls per year. January is the wettest month, receiving around 282 mm of rainfall. Mansa 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 12°C.The climate in Mansa is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 70°F and approximately 47.8 in of precipitation falls per year. January is the wettest month, receiving around 11.1 in of rainfall. Mansa 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 54°F.

Temperature

0°10°20°30°40°JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 25°Average: 21°Min: 18°FebMax: 26°Average: 22°Min: 18°MarMax: 26°Average: 22°Min: 18°AprMax: 26°Average: 21°Min: 17°MayMax: 25°Average: 20°Min: 15°JunMax: 24°Average: 18°Min: 13°JulMax: 24°Average: 18°Min: 12°AugMax: 27°Average: 20°Min: 15°SepMax: 30°Average: 23°Min: 18°OctMax: 31°Average: 25°Min: 20°NovMax: 29°Average: 24°Min: 19°DecMax: 26°Average: 22°Min: 18°
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0°F10°F20°F30°F40°F50°F60°F70°F80°F90°FJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 78°FAverage: 70°FMin: 65°FFebMax: 79°FAverage: 71°FMin: 65°FMarMax: 79°FAverage: 71°FMin: 65°FAprMax: 78°FAverage: 70°FMin: 63°FMayMax: 78°FAverage: 68°FMin: 60°FJunMax: 76°FAverage: 64°FMin: 55°FJulMax: 75°FAverage: 64°FMin: 54°FAugMax: 80°FAverage: 69°FMin: 58°FSepMax: 86°FAverage: 74°FMin: 64°FOctMax: 88°FAverage: 77°FMin: 67°FNovMax: 84°FAverage: 75°FMin: 67°FDecMax: 79°FAverage: 71°FMin: 65°F
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Mansa sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 12°C to 31°C. The warmest month is October, when average highs reach 31°C and the mean temperature sits around 25°C. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 12°C and an average of 18°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 10°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between August and September, with a 3°C shift in average temperatures.Mansa sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 54°F to 88°F. The warmest month is October, when average highs reach 88°F and the mean temperature sits around 77°F. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 54°F and an average of 64°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 18°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between August and September, with a 6°F shift in average temperatures.

Precipitation

0mm50mm100mm150mm200mm250mm300mmJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 282mmFebPrecipitation: 238mmMarPrecipitation: 227mmAprPrecipitation: 63mmMayPrecipitation: 3mmJunPrecipitation: 0mmJulPrecipitation: 0mmAugPrecipitation: 0mmSepPrecipitation: 0mmOctPrecipitation: 15mmNovPrecipitation: 141mmDecPrecipitation: 244mm
Precipitation
0in2in4in6in8in10in12inJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 11.1inFebPrecipitation: 9.4inMarPrecipitation: 8.9inAprPrecipitation: 2.5inMayPrecipitation: 0.1inJunPrecipitation: 0inJulPrecipitation: 0inAugPrecipitation: 0inSepPrecipitation: 0inOctPrecipitation: 0.6inNovPrecipitation: 5.5inDecPrecipitation: 9.6in
Precipitation

Mansa is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1,214 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 101 mm per month. The wettest month is January, averaging 282 mm of rainfall. December and February also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is June, with just 0 mm. That's 282 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.Mansa is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 47.8 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 4 in per month. The wettest month is January, averaging 11.1 in of rainfall. December and February also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is June, with just 0 in. That's 11.1 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: 7km/hFebWind Speed: 7km/hMarWind Speed: 8km/hAprWind Speed: 12km/hMayWind Speed: 12km/hJunWind Speed: 13km/hJulWind Speed: 13km/hAugWind Speed: 13km/hSepWind Speed: 13km/hOctWind Speed: 12km/hNovWind Speed: 8km/hDecWind Speed: 7km/h
Wind Speed
0mph5mph10mphJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 4mphFebWind Speed: 4mphMarWind Speed: 5mphAprWind Speed: 7mphMayWind Speed: 8mphJunWind Speed: 8mphJulWind Speed: 8mphAugWind Speed: 8mphSepWind Speed: 8mphOctWind Speed: 7mphNovWind Speed: 5mphDecWind Speed: 4mph
Wind Speed

Mansa 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 September, averaging 13km/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. Wind speeds vary significantly across the year, with a 6km/h difference between the calmest and windiest months. This level of variation is worth factoring into travel plans. Wind tends to be stronger during winter months, driven by seasonal pressure systems. The seasonal averages break down to 13km/h in winter, 11km/h in spring, 7km/h in summer, 11km/h in autumn.Mansa 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 September, averaging 8mph, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in February, with average winds dropping to 4mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind speeds vary significantly across the year, with a 4mph difference between the calmest and windiest months. This level of variation is worth factoring into travel plans. Wind tends to be stronger during winter months, driven by seasonal pressure systems. The seasonal averages break down to 8mph in winter, 7mph in spring, 4mph in summer, 7mph in autumn.

Best Time to Visit

Jan21°70°F
Feb22°71°F
Mar22°71°F
Apr21°70°F
May20°68°F
Jun18°64°F
Jul18°64°F
Aug20°69°F
Sep23°74°F
Oct25°77°F
Nov24°75°F
Dec22°71°F

The best time to visit Mansa 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 11 mm per month. By contrast, October can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 31°C. With minimal rainfall expected, you can pack light and plan outdoor activities with confidence.The best time to visit Mansa 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 0.4 in per month. By contrast, October can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 88°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 Mansa 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 Mansa 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 °C65 °F
25 °C78 °F
7 km/h4 mph
282 mm11.1 in
0 cm0 in
Feb
18 °C65 °F
26 °C79 °F
7 km/h4 mph
238 mm9.4 in
0 cm0 in
Mar
18 °C65 °F
26 °C79 °F
8 km/h5 mph
227 mm8.9 in
0 cm0 in
Apr
17 °C63 °F
26 °C78 °F
12 km/h7 mph
63 mm2.5 in
0 cm0 in
May
15 °C60 °F
25 °C78 °F
12 km/h8 mph
3 mm0.1 in
0 cm0 in
Jun
13 °C55 °F
24 °C76 °F
13 km/h8 mph
0 mm0 in
0 cm0 in
Jul
12 °C54 °F
24 °C75 °F
13 km/h8 mph
0 mm0 in
0 cm0 in
Aug
15 °C58 °F
27 °C80 °F
13 km/h8 mph
0 mm0 in
0 cm0 in
Sep
18 °C64 °F
30 °C86 °F
13 km/h8 mph
0 mm0 in
0 cm0 in
OctCurrent
20 °C67 °F
31 °C88 °F
12 km/h7 mph
15 mm0.6 in
0 cm0 in
Nov
19 °C67 °F
29 °C84 °F
8 km/h5 mph
141 mm5.5 in
0 cm0 in
Dec
18 °C65 °F
26 °C79 °F
7 km/h4 mph
244 mm9.6 in
0 cm0 in