Climate Insights for Petauke

Petauke District, Eastern Province, Zambia

Hottest
October
35°C peak
Coldest
July
15°C low
Wettest
February
254mm rain
Best to Visit
April, May, June
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Petauke is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 24°C and approximately 1035mm of precipitation falls per year. February is the wettest month, receiving around 254mm of rainfall. Petauke 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 15°C.

Temperature

10° 20° 30° 40° Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Max: 29° Average: 25° Min: 21° Feb Max: 29° Average: 25° Min: 21° Mar Max: 29° Average: 24° Min: 20° Apr Max: 29° Average: 24° Min: 19° May Max: 28° Average: 22° Min: 17° Jun Max: 26° Average: 20° Min: 15° Jul Max: 26° Average: 20° Min: 15° Aug Max: 29° Average: 23° Min: 17° Sep Max: 33° Average: 26° Min: 19° Oct Max: 35° Average: 28° Min: 22° Nov Max: 34° Average: 28° Min: 23° Dec Max: 30° Average: 25° Min: 21°
Max
Average
Min

Petauke sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 15°C to 35°C. The warmest month is October, when average highs reach 35°C and the mean temperature sits around 28°C. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 15°C and an average of 20°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 10°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. 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 Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Precipitation: 236mm Feb Precipitation: 254mm Mar Precipitation: 158mm Apr Precipitation: 34mm May Precipitation: 9mm Jun Precipitation: 2mm Jul Precipitation: 2mm Aug Precipitation: 1mm Sep Precipitation: 0mm Oct Precipitation: 9mm Nov Precipitation: 94mm Dec Precipitation: 237mm
Precipitation

Petauke is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 1035mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 86mm per month. The wettest month is February, averaging 254mm of rainfall. December and January also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is September, with just 0mm. That's 253mm less than February, 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 Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Wind Speed: 2km/h Feb Wind Speed: 2km/h Mar Wind Speed: 2km/h Apr Wind Speed: 3km/h May Wind Speed: 3km/h Jun Wind Speed: 3km/h Jul Wind Speed: 3km/h Aug Wind Speed: 3km/h Sep Wind Speed: 4km/h Oct Wind Speed: 4km/h Nov Wind Speed: 3km/h Dec Wind Speed: 2km/h
Wind Speed

Petauke is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 3km/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 4km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in February, with average winds dropping to 2km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind speeds vary significantly across the year, with a 2km/h difference between the calmest and windiest months. This level of variation is worth factoring into travel plans.

Seasons

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

89 days until Spring

It is currently winter in Petauke, which began on June 21, 2026. Petauke 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 35°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in July near 15°C. Spring is next, beginning on September 23, 2026 — 89 days from now.

Spring

Temperatures range from 19 to 35°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 103mm over the season and a monthly average of 34mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 3km/h. Light layers work well as temperatures warm through the season — a great time to be outdoors.

Summer

Temperatures range from 21 to 30°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 727mm across the season with a monthly average of 242mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 2km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal — perfect conditions for outdoor activities.

Autumn

Temperatures range from 17 to 29°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 201mm for the season, averaging 67mm per month. Winds are generally light, averaging 2km/h. Layered clothing works best as temperatures gradually cool — enjoy the crisp air and changing scenery.

Winter

Temperatures range from 15 to 29°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 4mm for the entire season. Winds are generally light, averaging 3km/h. A light jacket or sweater is usually sufficient, though cooler evenings may call for an extra layer.

Best Time to Visit

Jan 25°
Feb 25°
Mar 24°
Apr 24°
May 22°
Jun 20°
Jul 20°
Aug 23°
Sep 26°
Oct 28°
Nov 28°
Dec 25°

The best time to visit Petauke 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 10mm per month. By contrast, October can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 35°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 Petauke 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
21 °C
29 °C
2 km/h
236 mm
0 cm
Feb
21 °C
29 °C
2 km/h
254 mm
0 cm
Mar
20 °C
29 °C
2 km/h
158 mm
0 cm
Apr
19 °C
29 °C
3 km/h
34 mm
0 cm
May
17 °C
28 °C
3 km/h
9 mm
0 cm
Jun Current
15 °C
26 °C
3 km/h
2 mm
0 cm
Jul
15 °C
26 °C
3 km/h
2 mm
0 cm
Aug
17 °C
29 °C
3 km/h
1 mm
0 cm
Sep
19 °C
33 °C
4 km/h
0 mm
0 cm
Oct
22 °C
35 °C
4 km/h
9 mm
0 cm
Nov
23 °C
34 °C
3 km/h
94 mm
0 cm
Dec
21 °C
30 °C
2 km/h
237 mm
0 cm
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