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Chilubi, Zambia

Northern Province · Zambia

Chilubi is a small city in Northern Province, Zambia with a population of 9,962. Elevation: 3,868 ft (1,179 m). Average temperature: 70°F (21°C).

Data updated June 2026

9,962 Population 4/sq mi density
3,868 ft Elevation 1,179 meters
70°F Avg Temperature 21°C
56.6 in Annual Rain
Africa / Lusaka Timezone

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About Chilubi

Chilubi

Chilubi is a settlement on an island in Lake Bangweulu and its swamps, and is headquarters of Chilubi District in the Northern Province of Zambia.

People

Population9,962
Density4/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp70°F (21°C)
Rain56.6 in/yr
Sunny Days233/yr
Elevation3,868 ft (1,179 m)
Population9,962
Population Density4 / sq mi
Elevation3,868 ft (1,179 m)
Coordinates-11.1146°, 29.9463°
TimezoneAfrica/Lusaka
Country🇿🇲 Zambia
State / ProvinceNorthern Province
Average Temperature70°F (21°C)
January Average71°F (21°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Annual Precipitation56.6 inches (1,438 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Chilubi

Chilubi is a small city in Zambia (Northern Province) with a population of 9,962. The city sits at an elevation of 3,868 feet (1,179 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 70°F (21°C). Temperatures range from 71°F in January to 64°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 56.6 inches. The timezone is Africa/Lusaka.

Chilubi enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winters average 71°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 233 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 56.6 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 3,868 feet.

Temperature

71°F Jan (21°C) 64°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average69.7°F
29% above Zambia avg
January Average71°F (21°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Sunny Days233 days/yr

Geography

Elevation3,868 ft (1,179 m)
Area2,324.8 sq mi (6,021.3 km²)
Population Density4/sq mi
Coordinates-11.1146°N, 29.9463°W
TimezoneAfrica/Lusaka

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 56.6"
49% above Zambia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Dec) 11.65"
Driest Month (Sep) 0.04"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

4 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.5. Most recent: M4.5 on Jun 4, 2018.

Jun 4, 2018 10 km W of Samfya, Zambia M4.5 59 km
Jul 24, 2003 63 km WNW of Mpika, Zambia M4.3 119 km
Mar 9, 2004 36 km WNW of Mansa, Zambia M4.2 145 km
Oct 30, 2003 29 km NE of Samfya, Zambia M3.7 24 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 71°F (21°C) 11.6 in
February 71°F (21°C) 11.3 in
March 71°F (22°C) 11.1 in
April 71°F (22°C) 3.4 in
May 68°F (20°C) 0.5 in
June 65°F (18°C) 0.0 in Driest
July 64°F (18°C) 0.0 in Coldest
August 67°F (20°C) 0.0 in
September 72°F (22°C) 0.0 in
October 74°F (23°C) 1.0 in Warmest
November 73°F (23°C) 6.1 in
December 71°F (22°C) 11.7 in Wettest

Chilubi has a seasonal temperature swing of 9°F / from 64°F in July to 74°F in October. Total annual precipitation is 56.6 inches, with December being the wettest month (11.7") and June the driest (0.0").

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Clinics in Chilubi

1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Chishi Rural Health Centre

Airports Near Chilubi

4 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
East One Airport-Small Airport
East Six Airport-Small Airport
East Two Airport-Small Airport
Samfya Airport-Small Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
Africa/Lusaka
Website
chilubicouncil.gov.zm/

🇿🇲 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 Chilubi

What is the population of Chilubi?

Chilubi has a population of 9,962 residents and is located in Zambia. The population density is 4 people per square mile, spread across 2,324.8 square miles.

What is the weather like in Chilubi?

Chilubi 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 64°F in July. The area receives 233 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 56.6 inches.

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