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Chavuma, Zambia
North-Western · Zambia
Chavuma is a small city in North-Western, Zambia with a population of 18,902. Elevation: 3,612 ft (1,101 m). Average temperature: 68°F (20°C).
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About Chavuma
Chavuma is a town in the North-Western Province of Zambia, lying immediately south of the border with Angola. The town is approximately 1,100 kilometers from Lusaka and 11 kilometers from the Angolan border town of Kalipande. It lies on the Zambezi River. Local attractions include the Chavuma Falls, while a market takes place on the border, permitting people from both nations to trade.
People
Climate
| Population | 18,902 |
| Population Density | 9 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 3,612 ft (1,101 m) |
| Coordinates | -13.0667°, 22.6833° |
| Timezone | Africa/Lusaka |
| Country | 🇿🇲 Zambia |
| State / Province | North-Western |
| Average Temperature | 68°F (20°C) |
| January Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| July Average | 60°F (16°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 42.7 inches (1,085 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Chavuma
Chavuma is a small city in Zambia (North-Western) with a population of 18,902. The city sits at an elevation of 3,612 feet (1,101 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 68°F (20°C). Temperatures range from 70°F in January to 60°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 42.7 inches. The timezone is Africa/Lusaka.
Climate in Chavuma
Chavuma has an average annual temperature of 23.3°C (74°F). The hottest month is Oct (28°C), the coldest is Jun (19.2°C). Average annual precipitation is 958 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 67.7°F |
| 25% above Zambia avg | |
| January Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| July Average | 60°F (16°C) |
| Sunny Days | 258 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 3,612 ft (1,101 m) |
| Area | 2,017.6 sq mi (5,225.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 9/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -13.0667°N, 22.6833°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Lusaka |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 70°F (21°C) | 8.4 in | Wettest |
| February | 70°F (21°C) | 7.3 in | |
| March | 70°F (21°C) | 7.2 in | |
| April | 69°F (21°C) | 2.4 in | |
| May | 65°F (18°C) | 0.2 in | |
| June | 60°F (16°C) | 0.0 in | Coldest, Driest |
| July | 60°F (16°C) | 0.0 in | |
| August | 65°F (18°C) | 0.0 in | |
| September | 71°F (21°C) | 0.5 in | |
| October | 72°F (22°C) | 2.5 in | Warmest |
| November | 71°F (22°C) | 6.1 in | |
| December | 70°F (21°C) | 8.2 in |
Chavuma has a seasonal temperature swing of 12°F / from 60°F in June to 72°F in October. Total annual precipitation is 42.7 inches, with January being the wettest month (8.4") and June the driest (0.0").
Restaurants in Chavuma
1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Chavuma
1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Chavuma
4 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Chavuma Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Lumbala Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Nhamuana Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Zambezi Airport | BBZ | Small Airport |
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What is the population of Chavuma?
Chavuma has a population of 18,902 residents and is located in Zambia. The population density is 9 people per square mile, spread across 2,017.6 square miles.
What is the weather like in Chavuma?
Chavuma enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winter temperatures average 70°F in January, while summers reach an average of 60°F in July. The area receives 258 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 42.7 inches.