Chibombo, Zambia
Central Province · Zambia
Chibombo is a small town in Central Province, Zambia with a population of 4,310. Elevation: 3,793 ft (1,156 m). Average temperature: 70°F (21°C).
Population source: Wikidata (dated census and official estimates), GeoNames. Climate: WorldClim 2.1 normals (1970-2000), NASA POWER. Updated August 2026
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About Chibombo
Chibombo is a town in the Central Province of Zambia, and is headquarters of Chibombo District. The town lies near the Lukanga Swamp. It is 95 km north of Lusaka and 45 km south-west of Kabwe on the Great North Road.
People
Climate
| Population | 4,310 |
| Elevation | 3,793 ft (1,156 m) |
| Coordinates | -14.6569°, 28.0706° |
| Timezone | Africa/Lusaka |
| Country | 🇿🇲 Zambia |
| State / Province | Central Province |
| Average Temperature | 70°F (21°C) |
| January Average | 71°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 62°F (17°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 34.6 inches (878 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Chibombo
Chibombo is a small town in Zambia (Central Province) with a population of 4,310. The city sits at an elevation of 3,793 feet (1,156 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 70°F (21°C). Temperatures range from 71°F in January to 62°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 34.6 inches. The timezone is Africa/Lusaka.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 69.6°F |
| 29% above Zambia avg | |
| January Average | 71°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 62°F (17°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 3,793 ft (1,156 m) |
| Coordinates | 14.6569°S, 28.0706°E |
| Timezone | Africa/Lusaka |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 71°F (22°C) | 8.6 in | |
| February | 71°F (22°C) | 7.3 in | |
| March | 71°F (22°C) | 3.9 in | |
| April | 69°F (21°C) | 1.1 in | |
| May | 65°F (19°C) | 0.2 in | |
| June | 62°F (17°C) | 0.0 in | Coldest, Driest |
| July | 62°F (17°C) | 0.0 in | |
| August | 67°F (19°C) | 0.0 in | |
| September | 74°F (23°C) | 0.0 in | |
| October | 77°F (25°C) | 0.7 in | Warmest |
| November | 75°F (24°C) | 4.0 in | |
| December | 72°F (22°C) | 8.7 in | Wettest |
Chibombo has a seasonal temperature swing of 15°F / from 62°F in June to 77°F in October. Total annual precipitation is 34.6 inches, with December being the wettest month (8.7") and June the driest (0.0").
Colleges & Universities in Chibombo
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chibombo College of Health Sciences | College | - | , |
| College Of Hope | College | - | , |
| Convenant Destiny School | College | - | , |
Schools in Chibombo
13 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nachiyema Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Shampande Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Mukuni Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Chibombo Day Secondary | - | - | - | - |
| Alihassan Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Mwelu Private School | - | - | - | - |
| Chibombo Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Mukalash Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| Rock Side Christian Academy | - | - | - | - |
| Lyansa Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Rena Education Centre | - | - | - | - |
| Kansensa School | - | - | - | - |
| Kasenta Pre-School | - | - | - | - |
Clinics in Chibombo
1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Chibombo
9 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Chibombo
1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Chibombo
10 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Kenneth Kaunda International Airport | LUN | Large Airport |
| Chisamba Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Chiwala Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Kamilonga Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Karubwe Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Liteta Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Milliken Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Otago | - | Small Airport |
| Sandwe Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Silver Rest Airport | - | Small Airport |
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Chibombo has a population of 4,310 residents and is located in Zambia..
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Chibombo enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winter temperatures average 71°F in January, while summers reach an average of 62°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 34.6 inches.
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