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Chama, Zambia
Muchinga · Zambia
Chama is a small city in Muchinga, Zambia with a population of 12,923. Elevation: 2,510 ft (765 m). Average temperature: 74°F (23°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Chama
Chama is a small town in the Eastern Province of Zambia, and is headquarters of Chama District. It is one of the most remote district headquarters in the country, lying just inside the eastern edge of the upper Luangwa Rift Valley, at the foot of the highlands dividing Zambia and Malawi. It is served by only one gravel road which comes from Lundazi and the provincial capital of the Eastern Province, Chipata, 300 km to the south. A dirt track connects the town to the South Luangwa National Park 200 km south-west, running parallel to the Luangwa River. A little-used dirt track follows the Malawi border further north and crosses into Isoka District west of the Nyika Plateau. The Road Development Agency is also developing a road from Chama westwards across the Luangwa River to the town of Matumbo, where the road will end at a junction with the T2 Road, Zambia's Great North Road. It is meant to be the 2nd main road out of Chama after the Lundazi-Chipata Route and is meant to provide access for Chama Residents to the headquarters of Muchinga Province, which is Chinsali.
People
Climate
| Population | 12,923 |
| Population Density | 1 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 2,510 ft (765 m) |
| Coordinates | -11.2130°, 33.1521° |
| Timezone | Africa/Lusaka |
| Country | 🇿🇲 Zambia |
| State / Province | Muchinga |
| Average Temperature | 74°F (23°C) |
| January Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 67°F (20°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 35.9 inches (912 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Chama
Chama is a small city in Zambia (Muchinga) with a population of 12,923. The city sits at an elevation of 2,510 feet (765 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 74°F (23°C). Temperatures range from 75°F in January to 67°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 35.9 inches. The timezone is Africa/Lusaka.
Climate in Chama
Chama has an average annual temperature of 23°C (73°F). The hottest month is Nov (28.1°C), the coldest is Jun (18.6°C). Average annual precipitation is 1284 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 73.6°F |
| 36% above Zambia avg | |
| January Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 67°F (20°C) |
| Sunny Days | 271 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,510 ft (765 m) |
| Area | 8,687.0 sq mi (22,499.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 1/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -11.2130°N, 33.1521°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Lusaka |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 75°F (24°C) | 9.1 in | Wettest |
| February | 75°F (24°C) | 8.1 in | |
| March | 75°F (24°C) | 4.8 in | |
| April | 74°F (23°C) | 1.1 in | |
| May | 71°F (22°C) | 0.3 in | |
| June | 67°F (20°C) | 0.1 in | |
| July | 67°F (20°C) | 0.0 in | Coldest, Driest |
| August | 70°F (21°C) | 0.1 in | |
| September | 75°F (24°C) | 0.1 in | |
| October | 79°F (26°C) | 0.5 in | |
| November | 79°F (26°C) | 3.8 in | Warmest |
| December | 76°F (25°C) | 7.9 in |
Chama has a seasonal temperature swing of 12°F / from 67°F in July to 79°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 35.9 inches, with January being the wettest month (9.1") and July the driest (0.0").
Clinics in Chama
2 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Chama
4 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Chama Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Chelinda Airfield | CEH | Small Airport |
| Chifunda Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Mzimba Airport | - | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Frequently Asked Questions About Chama
What is the population of Chama?
Chama has a population of 12,923 residents and is located in Zambia. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 8,687.0 square miles.
What is the weather like in Chama?
Chama has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 74°F (23°C). Winter temperatures average 75°F in January, while summers reach an average of 67°F in July. The area receives 271 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 35.9 inches.