Climate Insights for Mwansabombwe

, Luapula Province, Zambia

Hottest
September
33°C peak
Coldest
July
16°C low
Wettest
December
292mm rain
Best to Visit
May, June, July
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Mwansabombwe is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 24°C and approximately 1417mm of precipitation falls per year. December is the wettest month, receiving around 292mm of rainfall. Mwansabombwe sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.

Temperature

10° 20° 30° 40° Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Max: 26° Average: 23° Min: 20° Feb Max: 27° Average: 23° Min: 21° Mar Max: 27° Average: 23° Min: 20° Apr Max: 28° Average: 23° Min: 20° May Max: 29° Average: 23° Min: 18° Jun Max: 29° Average: 22° Min: 16° Jul Max: 29° Average: 22° Min: 16° Aug Max: 31° Average: 24° Min: 18° Sep Max: 33° Average: 26° Min: 21° Oct Max: 32° Average: 26° Min: 22° Nov Max: 28° Average: 24° Min: 21° Dec Max: 27° Average: 23° Min: 20°
Max
Average
Min

Mwansabombwe sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 16°C to 33°C. The warmest month is September, when average highs reach 33°C and the mean temperature sits around 26°C. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 16°C and an average of 22°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 9°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between July and August, with a 2°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: 249mm Feb Precipitation: 201mm Mar Precipitation: 265mm Apr Precipitation: 141mm May Precipitation: 5mm Jun Precipitation: 0mm Jul Precipitation: 0mm Aug Precipitation: 0mm Sep Precipitation: 4mm Oct Precipitation: 58mm Nov Precipitation: 202mm Dec Precipitation: 292mm
Precipitation

Mwansabombwe is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1417mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 118mm per month. The wettest month is December, averaging 292mm of rainfall. March and January also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 0mm. That's 292mm less than December, 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 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: 13km/h Jul Wind Speed: 13km/h Aug Wind Speed: 13km/h Sep Wind Speed: 13km/h Oct Wind Speed: 12km/h Nov Wind Speed: 10km/h Dec Wind Speed: 9km/h
Wind Speed

Mwansabombwe 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 July, averaging 13km/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 4km/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, 11km/h in spring, 9km/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 Mwansabombwe, which began on March 20, 2026. Mwansabombwe 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 33°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in July near 16°C. Winter is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 89 days from now.

Spring

Temperatures range from 21 to 33°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 264mm for the season, averaging 88mm per month. Winds are generally light, averaging 11km/h. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is advisable as spring showers are frequent.

Summer

Temperatures range from 20 to 27°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 742mm across the season with a monthly average of 247mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 9km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal — perfect conditions for outdoor activities.

Autumn

Temperatures range from 18 to 29°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 411mm across the season with a monthly average of 137mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 10km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.

Winter

Temperatures range from 16 to 31°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 0mm 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 23°
Feb 23°
Mar 23°
Apr 23°
May 23°
Jun 22°
Jul 22°
Aug 24°
Sep 26°
Oct 26°
Nov 24°
Dec 23°

The best time to visit Mwansabombwe is during 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 1mm per month. By contrast, September can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 33°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 Mwansabombwe 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
20 °C
26 °C
9 km/h
249 mm
0 cm
Feb
21 °C
27 °C
9 km/h
201 mm
0 cm
Mar Current
20 °C
27 °C
9 km/h
265 mm
0 cm
Apr
20 °C
28 °C
10 km/h
141 mm
0 cm
May
18 °C
29 °C
11 km/h
5 mm
0 cm
Jun
16 °C
29 °C
13 km/h
0 mm
0 cm
Jul
16 °C
29 °C
13 km/h
0 mm
0 cm
Aug
18 °C
31 °C
13 km/h
0 mm
0 cm
Sep
21 °C
33 °C
13 km/h
4 mm
0 cm
Oct
22 °C
32 °C
12 km/h
58 mm
0 cm
Nov
21 °C
28 °C
10 km/h
202 mm
0 cm
Dec
20 °C
27 °C
9 km/h
292 mm
0 cm
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