Climate Insights for Mpulungu

The climate in Mpulungu is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 23°C and approximately 1477mm of precipitation falls per year. January is the wettest month, receiving around 315mm of rainfall. Mpulungu sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.

Mpulungu sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 16°C to 30°C. The warmest month is September, when average highs reach 30°C and the mean temperature sits around 25°C. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 16°C and an average of 21°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 8°C between highs and lows.

Mpulungu is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1477mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 123mm per month. The wettest month is January, averaging 315mm of rainfall. December and March also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is June, with just 0mm. That's 315mm 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.

Mpulungu 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 July, averaging 16km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in December, 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 7km/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 15km/h in winter, 12km/h in spring, 9km/h in summer, 12km/h in autumn.

It is currently autumn in Mpulungu, which began on March 20, 2026. Mpulungu sits near the equator, so the traditional four-season cycle is less pronounced — temperatures remain relatively stable year-round. The warmest period peaks in September at around 30°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in July near 16°C. Winter is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 89 days from now.

The best time to visit Mpulungu is during May, June, July, August and September, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 23°C with modest rainfall averaging 2mm per month. With minimal rainfall expected, you can pack light and plan outdoor activities with confidence.

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Mpulungu 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.