Climate Insights for Mkushi

Mkushi District, Central Province, Zambia

Hottest
October
30°C peak87°F peak
Coldest
July
10°C low50°F low
Wettest
January
294 mm rain11.6 in rain
Best to Visit
April, May, June
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Mkushi is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 20°C and approximately 1,141 mm of precipitation falls per year. January is the wettest month, receiving around 294 mm of rainfall. Mkushi 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 10°C.The climate in Mkushi is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 68°F and approximately 44.9 in of precipitation falls per year. January is the wettest month, receiving around 11.6 in of rainfall. Mkushi 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 50°F.

Temperature

0°5°10°15°20°25°30°JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 25°Average: 21°Min: 18°FebMax: 26°Average: 21°Min: 18°MarMax: 26°Average: 21°Min: 17°AprMax: 25°Average: 20°Min: 16°MayMax: 24°Average: 18°Min: 13°JunMax: 23°Average: 16°Min: 11°JulMax: 22°Average: 16°Min: 10°AugMax: 26°Average: 19°Min: 12°SepMax: 29°Average: 22°Min: 16°OctMax: 30°Average: 24°Min: 18°NovMax: 29°Average: 23°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: 79°FAverage: 70°FMin: 64°FMarMax: 79°FAverage: 70°FMin: 63°FAprMax: 77°FAverage: 68°FMin: 60°FMayMax: 75°FAverage: 65°FMin: 55°FJunMax: 73°FAverage: 61°FMin: 51°FJulMax: 72°FAverage: 60°FMin: 50°FAugMax: 78°FAverage: 66°FMin: 54°FSepMax: 84°FAverage: 72°FMin: 60°FOctMax: 87°FAverage: 75°FMin: 65°FNovMax: 84°FAverage: 74°FMin: 66°FDecMax: 80°FAverage: 71°FMin: 64°F
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Mkushi sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 10°C to 30°C. The warmest month is October, when average highs reach 30°C and the mean temperature sits around 24°C. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 10°C and an average of 16°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 Mkushi 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 87°F and the mean temperature sits around 75°F. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 50°F and an average of 60°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 19°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: 294mmFebPrecipitation: 234mmMarPrecipitation: 178mmAprPrecipitation: 49mmMayPrecipitation: 5mmJunPrecipitation: 1mmJulPrecipitation: 1mmAugPrecipitation: 0mmSepPrecipitation: 0mmOctPrecipitation: 15mmNovPrecipitation: 128mmDecPrecipitation: 235mm
Precipitation
0in2in4in6in8in10in12inJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 11.6inFebPrecipitation: 9.2inMarPrecipitation: 7inAprPrecipitation: 1.9inMayPrecipitation: 0.2inJunPrecipitation: 0inJulPrecipitation: 0inAugPrecipitation: 0inSepPrecipitation: 0inOctPrecipitation: 0.6inNovPrecipitation: 5inDecPrecipitation: 9.3in
Precipitation

Mkushi is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 1,141 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 95 mm per month. The wettest month is January, averaging 294 mm of rainfall. December and February also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is September, with just 0 mm. That's 294 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.Mkushi is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 44.9 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 3.7 in per month. The wettest month is January, averaging 11.6 in of rainfall. December and February also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is September, with just 0 in. That's 11.6 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: 8km/hFebWind Speed: 8km/hMarWind Speed: 9km/hAprWind Speed: 12km/hMayWind Speed: 12km/hJunWind Speed: 12km/hJulWind Speed: 13km/hAugWind Speed: 13km/hSepWind Speed: 14km/hOctWind Speed: 13km/hNovWind Speed: 10km/hDecWind Speed: 8km/h
Wind Speed
0mph5mph10mphJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 5mphFebWind Speed: 5mphMarWind Speed: 6mphAprWind Speed: 8mphMayWind Speed: 8mphJunWind Speed: 8mphJulWind Speed: 8mphAugWind Speed: 8mphSepWind Speed: 9mphOctWind Speed: 8mphNovWind Speed: 6mphDecWind Speed: 5mph
Wind Speed

Mkushi is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 11km/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 14km/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 6km/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, 12km/h in spring, 8km/h in summer, 11km/h in autumn.Mkushi is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 7mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is September, averaging 9mph, 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 4mph 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 8mph in winter, 8mph in spring, 5mph in summer, 7mph in autumn.

Best Time to Visit

Jan21°70°F
Feb21°70°F
Mar21°70°F
Apr20°68°F
May18°65°F
Jun16°61°F
Jul16°60°F
Aug19°66°F
Sep22°72°F
Oct24°75°F
Nov23°74°F
Dec22°71°F

The best time to visit Mkushi is during April, May, June, July, August, September and October, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 19°C with modest rainfall averaging 10 mm per month. With minimal rainfall expected, you can pack light and plan outdoor activities with confidence.The best time to visit Mkushi is during April, May, June, July, August, September and October, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 67°F with modest rainfall averaging 0.4 in per month. 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 Mkushi 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 Mkushi 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
25 °C78 °F
8 km/h5 mph
294 mm11.6 in
0 cm0 in
Feb
18 °C64 °F
26 °C79 °F
8 km/h5 mph
234 mm9.2 in
0 cm0 in
Mar
17 °C63 °F
26 °C79 °F
9 km/h6 mph
178 mm7 in
0 cm0 in
Apr
16 °C60 °F
25 °C77 °F
12 km/h8 mph
49 mm1.9 in
0 cm0 in
May
13 °C55 °F
24 °C75 °F
12 km/h8 mph
5 mm0.2 in
0 cm0 in
Jun
11 °C51 °F
23 °C73 °F
12 km/h8 mph
1 mm0 in
0 cm0 in
Jul
10 °C50 °F
22 °C72 °F
13 km/h8 mph
1 mm0 in
0 cm0 in
Aug
12 °C54 °F
26 °C78 °F
13 km/h8 mph
0 mm0 in
0 cm0 in
Sep
16 °C60 °F
29 °C84 °F
14 km/h9 mph
0 mm0 in
0 cm0 in
OctCurrent
18 °C65 °F
30 °C87 °F
13 km/h8 mph
15 mm0.6 in
0 cm0 in
Nov
19 °C66 °F
29 °C84 °F
10 km/h6 mph
128 mm5 in
0 cm0 in
Dec
18 °C64 °F
27 °C80 °F
8 km/h5 mph
235 mm9.3 in
0 cm0 in