Climate Insights for Sinazongwe

, Southern Province, Zambia

Hottest
October
32°C peak
Coldest
July
17°C low
Wettest
January
378mm rain
Best to Visit
April, May, June
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Sinazongwe is hot. The average annual temperature is 25°C and approximately 1090mm of precipitation falls per year. January is the wettest month, receiving around 378mm of rainfall. Sinazongwe 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, December. The coldest months are July, June, August, when temperatures can drop to 17°C.

Temperature

10° 20° 30° 40° Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Max: 28° Average: 26° Min: 24° Feb Max: 29° Average: 26° Min: 24° Mar Max: 28° Average: 26° Min: 24° Apr Max: 27° Average: 25° Min: 23° May Max: 26° Average: 23° Min: 20° Jun Max: 24° Average: 21° Min: 18° Jul Max: 24° Average: 20° Min: 17° Aug Max: 26° Average: 23° Min: 19° Sep Max: 29° Average: 26° Min: 23° Oct Max: 32° Average: 28° Min: 25° Nov Max: 31° Average: 28° Min: 26° Dec Max: 30° Average: 27° Min: 25°
Max
Average
Min

Sinazongwe sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 17°C to 32°C. The warmest month is October, when average highs reach 32°C and the mean temperature sits around 28°C. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 17°C and an average of 20°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 5°C between highs and lows. 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 350mm 400mm Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Precipitation: 378mm Feb Precipitation: 223mm Mar Precipitation: 139mm Apr Precipitation: 65mm May Precipitation: 4mm Jun Precipitation: 3mm Jul Precipitation: 2mm Aug Precipitation: 0mm Sep Precipitation: 0mm Oct Precipitation: 6mm Nov Precipitation: 62mm Dec Precipitation: 208mm
Precipitation

Sinazongwe is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 1090mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 91mm per month. The wettest month is January, averaging 378mm of rainfall. February and December also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is September, with just 0mm. That's 378mm 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: 14km/h Feb Wind Speed: 14km/h Mar Wind Speed: 14km/h Apr Wind Speed: 14km/h May Wind Speed: 14km/h Jun Wind Speed: 13km/h Jul Wind Speed: 14km/h Aug Wind Speed: 16km/h Sep Wind Speed: 19km/h Oct Wind Speed: 20km/h Nov Wind Speed: 19km/h Dec Wind Speed: 16km/h
Wind Speed

Sinazongwe is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 16km/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 20km/h, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in June, with average winds dropping to 13km/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.

Seasons

Winter
Dec 21
Spring
Sep 23
Summer
Dec 21
Autumn
Mar 20

89 days until Winter

It is currently autumn in Sinazongwe, which began on March 20, 2026. Sinazongwe 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 32°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in July near 17°C. Winter is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 89 days from now.

Spring

Temperatures range from 23 to 32°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 68mm over the season and a monthly average of 23mm. Winds are moderate at around 19km/h. Light layers work well as temperatures warm through the season — a great time to be outdoors.

Summer

Temperatures range from 24 to 30°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 810mm across the season with a monthly average of 270mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 15km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal — perfect conditions for outdoor activities.

Autumn

Temperatures range from 20 to 28°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 208mm for the season, averaging 69mm per month. Winds are generally light, averaging 14km/h. Layered clothing works best as temperatures gradually cool — enjoy the crisp air and changing scenery.

Winter

Temperatures range from 17 to 26°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 5mm for the entire season. Winds are generally light, averaging 15km/h. A light jacket or sweater is usually sufficient, though cooler evenings may call for an extra layer.

Best Time to Visit

Jan 26°
Feb 26°
Mar 26°
Apr 25°
May 23°
Jun 21°
Jul 20°
Aug 23°
Sep 26°
Oct 28°
Nov 28°
Dec 27°

The best time to visit Sinazongwe is during April, May, June, July and August, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 22°C with modest rainfall averaging 15mm per month. By contrast, October can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 32°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 Sinazongwe 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
24 °C
28 °C
14 km/h
378 mm
0 cm
Feb
24 °C
29 °C
14 km/h
223 mm
0 cm
Mar Current
24 °C
28 °C
14 km/h
139 mm
0 cm
Apr
23 °C
27 °C
14 km/h
65 mm
0 cm
May
20 °C
26 °C
14 km/h
4 mm
0 cm
Jun
18 °C
24 °C
13 km/h
3 mm
0 cm
Jul
17 °C
24 °C
14 km/h
2 mm
0 cm
Aug
19 °C
26 °C
16 km/h
0 mm
0 cm
Sep
23 °C
29 °C
19 km/h
0 mm
0 cm
Oct
25 °C
32 °C
20 km/h
6 mm
0 cm
Nov
26 °C
31 °C
19 km/h
62 mm
0 cm
Dec
25 °C
30 °C
16 km/h
208 mm
0 cm
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