Climate Insights for Mumbwa

Mumbwa District, Central Province, Zambia

Hottest
October
33°C peak91°F peak
Coldest
July
11°C low51°F low
Wettest
January
289 mm rain11.4 in rain
Best to Visit
April, May, June
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Mumbwa is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 22°C and approximately 1,035 mm of precipitation falls per year. January is the wettest month, receiving around 289 mm of rainfall. Mumbwa 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 11°C.The climate in Mumbwa is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 71°F and approximately 40.7 in of precipitation falls per year. January is the wettest month, receiving around 11.4 in of rainfall. Mumbwa 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 51°F.

Temperature

0°10°20°30°40°JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 27°Average: 22°Min: 19°FebMax: 28°Average: 23°Min: 19°MarMax: 28°Average: 23°Min: 18°AprMax: 27°Average: 21°Min: 17°MayMax: 26°Average: 19°Min: 13°JunMax: 24°Average: 17°Min: 11°JulMax: 24°Average: 17°Min: 11°AugMax: 27°Average: 20°Min: 13°SepMax: 31°Average: 24°Min: 18°OctMax: 33°Average: 26°Min: 20°NovMax: 30°Average: 25°Min: 20°DecMax: 29°Average: 23°Min: 19°
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0°F10°F20°F30°F40°F50°F60°F70°F80°F90°F100°FJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 81°FAverage: 72°FMin: 66°FFebMax: 82°FAverage: 73°FMin: 66°FMarMax: 82°FAverage: 73°FMin: 65°FAprMax: 81°FAverage: 71°FMin: 62°FMayMax: 78°FAverage: 67°FMin: 56°FJunMax: 75°FAverage: 63°FMin: 52°FJulMax: 75°FAverage: 63°FMin: 51°FAugMax: 81°FAverage: 68°FMin: 56°FSepMax: 88°FAverage: 76°FMin: 64°FOctMax: 91°FAverage: 79°FMin: 68°FNovMax: 87°FAverage: 77°FMin: 68°FDecMax: 83°FAverage: 74°FMin: 67°F
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Temperatures in Mumbwa vary considerably across the year, with a 22°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. The warmest month is October, when average highs reach 33°C and the mean temperature sits around 26°C. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 11°C and an average of 17°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 4°C shift in average temperatures.Temperatures in Mumbwa vary considerably across the year, with a 40°F difference between the coldest and warmest months. The warmest month is October, when average highs reach 91°F and the mean temperature sits around 79°F. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 51°F and an average of 63°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 20°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between August and September, with a 7°F shift in average temperatures.

Precipitation

0mm50mm100mm150mm200mm250mm300mmJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 289mmFebPrecipitation: 216mmMarPrecipitation: 138mmAprPrecipitation: 43mmMayPrecipitation: 5mmJunPrecipitation: 0mmJulPrecipitation: 0mmAugPrecipitation: 0mmSepPrecipitation: 1mmOctPrecipitation: 10mmNovPrecipitation: 121mmDecPrecipitation: 212mm
Precipitation
0in2in4in6in8in10in12inJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 11.4inFebPrecipitation: 8.5inMarPrecipitation: 5.4inAprPrecipitation: 1.7inMayPrecipitation: 0.2inJunPrecipitation: 0inJulPrecipitation: 0inAugPrecipitation: 0inSepPrecipitation: 0inOctPrecipitation: 0.4inNovPrecipitation: 4.8inDecPrecipitation: 8.4in
Precipitation

Mumbwa is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 1,035 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 86 mm per month. The wettest month is January, averaging 289 mm of rainfall. February and December also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is August, with just 0 mm. That's 288 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.Mumbwa is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 40.7 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 3.4 in per month. The wettest month is January, averaging 11.4 in of rainfall. February and December also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is August, with just 0 in. That's 11.3 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: 10km/hMayWind Speed: 10km/hJunWind Speed: 11km/hJulWind Speed: 11km/hAugWind Speed: 12km/hSepWind Speed: 13km/hOctWind Speed: 13km/hNovWind Speed: 10km/hDecWind Speed: 8km/h
Wind Speed
0mph5mph10mphJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 5mphFebWind Speed: 5mphMarWind Speed: 5mphAprWind Speed: 7mphMayWind Speed: 7mphJunWind Speed: 7mphJulWind Speed: 7mphAugWind Speed: 8mphSepWind Speed: 8mphOctWind Speed: 8mphNovWind Speed: 6mphDecWind Speed: 5mph
Wind Speed

Mumbwa 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 8km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 5km/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 11km/h in winter, 12km/h in spring, 8km/h in summer, 10km/h in autumn.Mumbwa 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 5mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 3mph 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 7mph in winter, 7mph in spring, 5mph in summer, 6mph in autumn.

Best Time to Visit

Jan22°72°F
Feb23°73°F
Mar23°73°F
Apr21°71°F
May19°67°F
Jun17°63°F
Jul17°63°F
Aug20°68°F
Sep24°76°F
Oct26°79°F
Nov25°77°F
Dec23°74°F

The best time to visit Mumbwa 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 8 mm per month. By contrast, October can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 33°C. With minimal rainfall expected, you can pack light and plan outdoor activities with confidence.The best time to visit Mumbwa 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 0.3 in per month. By contrast, October can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 91°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 Mumbwa 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 Mumbwa 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
19 °C66 °F
27 °C81 °F
8 km/h5 mph
289 mm11.4 in
0 cm0 in
Feb
19 °C66 °F
28 °C82 °F
8 km/h5 mph
216 mm8.5 in
0 cm0 in
Mar
18 °C65 °F
28 °C82 °F
9 km/h5 mph
138 mm5.4 in
0 cm0 in
Apr
17 °C62 °F
27 °C81 °F
10 km/h7 mph
43 mm1.7 in
0 cm0 in
May
13 °C56 °F
26 °C78 °F
10 km/h7 mph
5 mm0.2 in
0 cm0 in
Jun
11 °C52 °F
24 °C75 °F
11 km/h7 mph
0 mm0 in
0 cm0 in
Jul
11 °C51 °F
24 °C75 °F
11 km/h7 mph
0 mm0 in
0 cm0 in
Aug
13 °C56 °F
27 °C81 °F
12 km/h8 mph
0 mm0 in
0 cm0 in
Sep
18 °C64 °F
31 °C88 °F
13 km/h8 mph
1 mm0 in
0 cm0 in
OctCurrent
20 °C68 °F
33 °C91 °F
13 km/h8 mph
10 mm0.4 in
0 cm0 in
Nov
20 °C68 °F
30 °C87 °F
10 km/h6 mph
121 mm4.8 in
0 cm0 in
Dec
19 °C67 °F
29 °C83 °F
8 km/h5 mph
212 mm8.4 in
0 cm0 in