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Chililabombwe, Zambia
Copperbelt · Zambia
Chililabombwe is a large city in Copperbelt, Zambia with a population of 113,876. Elevation: 4,318 ft (1,316 m). Average temperature: 67°F (19°C).
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About Chililabombwe
Chililabombwe is a small town in Copperbelt Province, Zambia. It is located near the Democratic Republic of the Congo border. The name Chililabombwe means 'place of the croaking frog' in the local language of Lamba. The town has a population of 87 000 based on census data from 2010, making it one of the largest towns in the Copperbelt. The town is on the T3 road, 20 km north of the neighbouring town of Chingola, and approximately 17 km south of the large border market of Kasumbalesa. The town's main economic activity is copper mining.
People
Climate
| Population | 113,876 |
| Population Density | 238 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 4,318 ft (1,316 m) |
| Coordinates | -12.3648°, 27.8229° |
| Timezone | Africa/Lusaka |
| Country | 🇿🇲 Zambia |
| State / Province | Copperbelt |
| Average Temperature | 67°F (19°C) |
| January Average | 69°F (20°C) |
| July Average | 59°F (15°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 47.4 inches (1,204 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Chililabombwe
Chililabombwe is a large city in Zambia (Copperbelt) with a population of 113,876. The city sits at an elevation of 4,318 feet (1,316 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 67°F (19°C). Temperatures range from 69°F in January to 59°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 47.4 inches. The timezone is Africa/Lusaka.
Climate in Chililabombwe
Chililabombwe 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.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 66.9°F |
| 24% above Zambia avg | |
| January Average | 69°F (20°C) |
| July Average | 59°F (15°C) |
| Sunny Days | 250 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 4,318 ft (1,316 m) |
| Area | 479.3 sq mi (1,241.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 238/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -12.3648°N, 27.8229°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Lusaka |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 69°F (20°C) | 10.8 in | Wettest |
| February | 69°F (21°C) | 9.1 in | |
| March | 69°F (21°C) | 7.7 in | |
| April | 68°F (20°C) | 2.1 in | |
| May | 64°F (18°C) | 0.3 in | |
| June | 59°F (15°C) | 0.0 in | Coldest |
| July | 59°F (15°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| August | 64°F (18°C) | 0.0 in | |
| September | 70°F (21°C) | 0.1 in | |
| October | 72°F (22°C) | 1.0 in | Warmest |
| November | 71°F (22°C) | 5.8 in | |
| December | 69°F (20°C) | 10.6 in |
Chililabombwe has a seasonal temperature swing of 13°F / from 59°F in June to 72°F in October. Total annual precipitation is 47.4 inches, with January being the wettest month (10.8") and July the driest (0.0").
Schools in Chililabombwe
1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Konkola Trust School | — | — | — | — |
Hotels in Chililabombwe
1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Chililabombwe
1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Chililabombwe
8 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Chililabombwe
1 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Chililabombwe
2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Chililabombwe
7 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Simon Mwansa Kapwepwe International Airport | NLA | Large Airport |
| Kasompe Airport | CGJ | Medium Airport |
| Southdowns Airport | KIW | Medium Airport |
| Cedrics Farm Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Mufulira Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Siame Gardens Airport | — | Small Airport |
| West Six Airport | — | Small Airport |
Treatment Centers in Chililabombwe
2 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Fikolongo Health Post | ||
| Fitobaula Health Post |
Quick Facts
Around Chililabombwe
Places within 5 km radius — OpenStreetMap data
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What is the population of Chililabombwe?
Chililabombwe has a population of 113,876 residents and is located in Zambia. The population density is 238 people per square mile, spread across 479.3 square miles.
What is the weather like in Chililabombwe?
Chililabombwe 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 59°F in July. The area receives 250 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 47.4 inches.