Climate Insights for Mfuwe Airport

, Eastern Province, Zambia

Hottest
October
37°C peak
Coldest
July
15°C low
Wettest
January
264mm rain
Best to Visit
April, May, June
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Mfuwe Airport is hot. The average annual temperature is 26°C and approximately 1002mm of precipitation falls per year. January is the wettest month, receiving around 264mm of rainfall. Mfuwe Airport 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, November, September. The coldest months are July, June, August, when temperatures can drop to 15°C.

Temperature

10° 20° 30° 40° Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Max: 29° Average: 25° Min: 22° Feb Max: 30° Average: 26° Min: 22° Mar Max: 30° Average: 25° Min: 22° Apr Max: 30° Average: 25° Min: 20° May Max: 30° Average: 24° Min: 18° Jun Max: 28° Average: 22° Min: 16° Jul Max: 28° Average: 21° Min: 15° Aug Max: 31° Average: 24° Min: 17° Sep Max: 35° Average: 27° Min: 20° Oct Max: 37° Average: 30° Min: 23° Nov Max: 36° Average: 30° Min: 24° Dec Max: 33° Average: 28° Min: 24°
Max
Average
Min

Temperatures in Mfuwe Airport vary considerably across the year, with a 22°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. October is the hottest month, with daytime highs reaching 37°C and an average of 30°C. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 15°C and an average of 21°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: 264mm Feb Precipitation: 240mm Mar Precipitation: 157mm Apr Precipitation: 47mm May Precipitation: 4mm Jun Precipitation: 1mm Jul Precipitation: 0mm Aug Precipitation: 1mm Sep Precipitation: 0mm Oct Precipitation: 8mm Nov Precipitation: 69mm Dec Precipitation: 212mm
Precipitation

Mfuwe Airport is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 1002mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 84mm per month. The wettest month is January, averaging 264mm of rainfall. February and December also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is September, with just 0mm. That's 264mm 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: 9km/h Feb Wind Speed: 9km/h Mar Wind Speed: 9km/h Apr Wind Speed: 10km/h May Wind Speed: 11km/h Jun Wind Speed: 12km/h Jul Wind Speed: 13km/h Aug Wind Speed: 13km/h Sep Wind Speed: 15km/h Oct Wind Speed: 17km/h Nov Wind Speed: 15km/h Dec Wind Speed: 11km/h
Wind Speed

Mfuwe Airport is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 12km/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 17km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in February, with average winds dropping to 9km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 8km/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 13km/h in winter, 16km/h in spring, 10km/h in summer, 10km/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 Mfuwe Airport, which began on March 20, 2026. Mfuwe Airport 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 37°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in July near 15°C. Winter is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 89 days from now.

Spring

Temperatures range from 20 to 37°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 77mm over the season and a monthly average of 26mm. 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 22 to 33°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 715mm across the season with a monthly average of 238mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 10km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal — perfect conditions for outdoor activities.

Autumn

Temperatures range from 18 to 30°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 208mm for the season, averaging 69mm per month. Winds are generally light, averaging 10km/h. Layered clothing works best as temperatures gradually cool — enjoy the crisp air and changing scenery.

Winter

Temperatures range from 15 to 31°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 2mm for the entire season. Winds are generally light, averaging 13km/h. A light jacket or sweater is usually sufficient, though cooler evenings may call for an extra layer.

Best Time to Visit

Jan 25°
Feb 26°
Mar 25°
Apr 25°
May 24°
Jun 22°
Jul 21°
Aug 24°
Sep 27°
Oct 30°
Nov 30°
Dec 28°

The best time to visit Mfuwe Airport is during April, May, June, July and August, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 23°C with modest rainfall averaging 11mm per month. By contrast, October can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 37°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 Mfuwe Airport 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
22 °C
29 °C
9 km/h
264 mm
0 cm
Feb
22 °C
30 °C
9 km/h
240 mm
0 cm
Mar Current
22 °C
30 °C
9 km/h
157 mm
0 cm
Apr
20 °C
30 °C
10 km/h
47 mm
0 cm
May
18 °C
30 °C
11 km/h
4 mm
0 cm
Jun
16 °C
28 °C
12 km/h
1 mm
0 cm
Jul
15 °C
28 °C
13 km/h
0 mm
0 cm
Aug
17 °C
31 °C
13 km/h
1 mm
0 cm
Sep
20 °C
35 °C
15 km/h
0 mm
0 cm
Oct
23 °C
37 °C
17 km/h
8 mm
0 cm
Nov
24 °C
36 °C
15 km/h
69 mm
0 cm
Dec
24 °C
33 °C
11 km/h
212 mm
0 cm
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