Kawambwa weather
At 10:30 PM local time it was mostly clear and 18°C (65°F). Mostly light, on-and-off rain; heavier around 4 PM, 5 PM (3.2 mm total). Best months for weather: May–Sep. Kawambwa sits 1335 m (4,380 ft) above sea level, which keeps it cooler than the coast. Below: today's sky, the hour-by-hour rain chance and the 16-day forecast for Kawambwa, Luapula Province, Zambia.
Current conditions
- Clouds
- 26%
- Chance of rain
- 5%
- Rain
- 0.0 mm/h
Hourly Forecast
Mostly light, on-and-off rain; heavier around 4 PM, 5 PM (3.2 mm total)
Daily Forecast
Best Time to Visit
Peak season May–SepOff season Dec–Mar
About Kawambwa weather
Is it raining in Kawambwa right now?
No. It’s mostly clear and 18° right now. Mostly light, on-and-off rain; heavier around 4 PM, 5 PM (3.2 mm total).
What’s the weather like in Kawambwa this week?
Over the next 7 days, expect highs of 27–29° and lows of 16–18°. Rain is likely on 7 of 7 days (Saturday, Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday). The driest day looks like Sunday.
Has it been raining in Kawambwa lately?
In the past 7 days, Kawambwa had 2 rainy days and 15.7 mm of rain in total.
What should I pack for Kawambwa?
For the coming week, bring an umbrella or rain jacket, light, breathable clothes and sunscreen.
Kawambwa weather by month
When is the best time to visit Kawambwa?
Based on weather alone, the best time to visit Kawambwa is May–Sep, according to NASA's 2001–2025 climate averages. Dec–Mar tends to be the least pleasant. Average highs run from 25°C (76°F) in January to 33°C (91°F) in October.
What is the rainiest month in Kawambwa?
December is the wettest month, with about 258 mm (10.2 in) of rain on average. July is the driest, with about 1 mm (0.0 in).
What is the hottest month in Kawambwa?
October is the warmest, with average highs of 33°C (91°F) and lows of 19°C (66°F). January is the coolest, with highs of 25°C (76°F) and lows of 17°C (62°F).
Does Kawambwa have a rainy season?
Yes. Nov–Mar is the rainy season (150 mm or more a month), while May–Oct is usually dry (under 60 mm).
Sources: 2001–2025 monthly averages from NASA POWER (MERRA-2 reanalysis), forecast and current conditions from Open-Meteo. Page updated . How we rate months