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Chambishi, Zambia

Copperbelt · Zambia

Chambishi is a mid-size city in Copperbelt, Zambia with a population of 34,888. Elevation: 4,278 ft (1,304 m). Average temperature: 67°F (19°C).

34,888 Population 77/sq mi density
4,278 ft Elevation 1,304 meters
67°F Avg Temperature 19°C
48.4 in Annual Rain
Africa / Lusaka Timezone

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About Chambishi

Chambishi is a town in Kalulushi District in the Copperbelt Province of Zambia. According to the 2021 Census its population stands at slightly above 11,000. It is located on the T3 road between the cities of Kitwe and Chingola.

People

Population34,888
Density77/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp67°F (19°C)
Rain48.4 in/yr
Sunny Days248/yr
Elevation4,278 ft (1,304 m)
Population34,888
Population Density77 / sq mi
Elevation4,278 ft (1,304 m)
Coordinates-12.6325°, 28.0537°
TimezoneAfrica/Lusaka
Country🇿🇲 Zambia
State / ProvinceCopperbelt
Average Temperature67°F (19°C)
January Average69°F (20°C)
July Average58°F (15°C)
Annual Precipitation48.4 inches (1,230 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Chambishi

Chambishi is a mid-size city in Zambia (Copperbelt) with a population of 34,888. The city sits at an elevation of 4,278 feet (1,304 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 67°F (19°C). Temperatures range from 69°F in January to 58°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 48.4 inches. The timezone is Africa/Lusaka.

Climate in Chambishi

Chambishi has an average annual temperature of 20.8°C (69°F). The hottest month is Oct (25.8°C), the coldest is Jun (16.2°C). Average annual precipitation is 1286 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 21.1°C / 70°F 16.1° / 27.6° 344.5
Feb 21.4°C / 71°F 15.8° / 28.3° 231.6
Mar 21.2°C / 70°F 15.1° / 27.6° 217.1
Apr 20.1°C / 68°F 11.6° / 27.1° 74.4
May 17.7°C / 64°F 7.6° / 26.6° 3.9
Jun 16.2°C / 61°F 6.6° / 26.6° 5.5
Jul 16.4°C / 61°F 6.4° / 28.1° 0.5
Aug 19.4°C / 67°F 8.2° / 32.7° 0.3
Sep 23.1°C / 74°F 10.5° / 35.7° 0.4
Oct 25.8°C / 78°F 14.4° / 37.5° 24.6
Nov 24.3°C / 76°F 16.6° / 35.9° 156.8
Dec 22.7°C / 73°F 15.9° / 31.5° 226.4
Chambishi enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F (19°C). Winters average 69°F in January while summers reach 58°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 248 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 48.4 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 4,278 feet.

Temperature

69°F Jan (20°C) 58°F Jul (15°C)
Annual Average66.5°F
23% above Zambia avg
January Average69°F (20°C)
July Average58°F (15°C)
Sunny Days248 days/yr

Geography

Elevation4,278 ft (1,304 m)
Area452.3 sq mi (1,171.3 km²)
Population Density77/sq mi
Coordinates-12.6325°N, 28.0537°W
TimezoneAfrica/Lusaka

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 48.4"
27% above Zambia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jan) 11.42"
Driest Month (Sep) 0.12"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

2 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.8. Most recent: M4.6 on May 25, 1999.

Oct 10, 1997 68 km SSW of Mansa, Zambia M4.8 117 km
May 25, 1999 87 km WSW of Chingola, Zambia M4.6 101 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 69°F (20°C) 11.4 in Wettest
February 69°F (21°C) 9.2 in
March 69°F (21°C) 7.6 in
April 68°F (20°C) 2.2 in
May 63°F (17°C) 0.3 in
June 58°F (14°C) 0.0 in Coldest, Driest
July 58°F (15°C) 0.0 in
August 63°F (17°C) 0.0 in
September 70°F (21°C) 0.1 in
October 72°F (22°C) 1.1 in Warmest
November 71°F (22°C) 5.6 in
December 69°F (20°C) 10.9 in

Chambishi has a seasonal temperature swing of 14°F / from 58°F in June to 72°F in October. Total annual precipitation is 48.4 inches, with January being the wettest month (11.4") and June the driest (0.0").

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Museums in Chambishi

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Kalalushi Coreshed

Libraries in Chambishi

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
mukuba library0.0

Farmers Markets in Chambishi

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Bulangililo Market
Chisokone Market

Clinics in Chambishi

11 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Chambishi Mine Urban Health Centre
Denovan Health Post
Fitanda Health Post
Lukoshi Rural Health Centre
Lulamba Health Post
Luongo Health Post
Misenga Health Post
Musakashi Health Post
Plantsite Chambishi Health Post
Sitwe Health Post
Twaiteka Zambia Compound Health Post

Train Stations in Chambishi

1 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Chambeshi

Bus Stations in Chambishi

5 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

China Civil Engineering
Epiroc NFCA Office
Mukulumpe Mine
NFCA Main Entrance
NFCA Turn

Gas Stations in Chambishi

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

KS Filling Station
ZM #4568215007

Stadiums & Teams in Chambishi

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Chambishi

9 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Simon Mwansa Kapwepwe International AirportNLALarge Airport
Kasompe AirportCGJMedium Airport
Peter Zuze Air Force BaseMedium Airport
Southdowns AirportKIWMedium Airport
Cedrics Farm AirportSmall Airport
Luanshya Zambia AirportSmall Airport
Mufulira AirportSmall Airport
Siame Gardens AirportSmall Airport
West Six AirportSmall Airport

Treatment Centers in Chambishi

2 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Fikolongo Health Post
Fitobaula Health Post

Quick Facts

Timezone
Africa/Lusaka
Elevation
1,304 m (4,278 ft)

🇿🇲 About Zambia

Capital Lusaka
Population 17,351,822
Area 752,614 km²
GDP (USD) $27,577,956,471
GDP per capita $1,331
HDI 0.565
Life expectancy 66.4 years
Internet users 33.0%
Urban population 45.0%
Currency ZMW (Kwacha)
Languages English
Calling code +260
TLD .zm
Driving side left

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Frequently Asked Questions About Chambishi

What is the population of Chambishi?

Chambishi has a population of 34,888 residents and is located in Zambia. The population density is 77 people per square mile, spread across 452.3 square miles.

What is the weather like in Chambishi?

Chambishi enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F (19°C). Winter temperatures average 69°F in January, while summers reach an average of 58°F in July. The area receives 248 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 48.4 inches.

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