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Chinsali, Zambia
Muchinga · Zambia
Chinsali is a mid-size city in Muchinga, Zambia with a population of 38,805. Elevation: 4,219 ft (1,286 m). Average temperature: 69°F (20°C).
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About Chinsali
Chinsali is a town in Zambia, which is both the district headquarters of Chinsali District and provincial headquarters of Muchinga Province.
People
Climate
| Population | 38,805 |
| Population Density | 13 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 4,219 ft (1,286 m) |
| Coordinates | -10.5414°, 32.0816° |
| Timezone | Africa/Lusaka |
| Country | 🇿🇲 Zambia |
| State / Province | Muchinga |
| Average Temperature | 69°F (20°C) |
| January Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| July Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 43.8 inches (1,113 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Chinsali
Chinsali is a mid-size city in Zambia (Muchinga) with a population of 38,805. The city sits at an elevation of 4,219 feet (1,286 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 69°F (20°C). Temperatures range from 70°F in January to 63°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 43.8 inches. The timezone is Africa/Lusaka.
Climate in Chinsali
Chinsali has an average annual temperature of 20.7°C (69°F). The hottest month is Nov (25°C), the coldest is Jun (16.2°C). Average annual precipitation is 1172 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 68.8°F |
| 27% above Zambia avg | |
| January Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| July Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| Sunny Days | 256 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 4,219 ft (1,286 m) |
| Area | 2,951.3 sq mi (7,643.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 13/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -10.5414°N, 32.0816°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Lusaka |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 70°F (21°C) | 10.0 in | Wettest |
| February | 70°F (21°C) | 9.2 in | |
| March | 70°F (21°C) | 7.9 in | |
| April | 69°F (21°C) | 2.1 in | |
| May | 66°F (19°C) | 0.3 in | |
| June | 63°F (17°C) | 0.0 in | |
| July | 63°F (17°C) | 0.0 in | Coldest, Driest |
| August | 66°F (19°C) | 0.0 in | |
| September | 71°F (21°C) | 0.1 in | |
| October | 75°F (24°C) | 0.6 in | Warmest |
| November | 74°F (23°C) | 4.4 in | |
| December | 70°F (21°C) | 9.3 in |
Chinsali has a seasonal temperature swing of 12°F / from 63°F in July to 75°F in October. Total annual precipitation is 43.8 inches, with January being the wettest month (10.0") and July the driest (0.0").
Colleges & Universities in Chinsali
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kapasa Makasa University | University | - | , |
Clinics in Chinsali
8 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Chinsali
2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Chinsali
3 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Chinsali Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Isoka Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Shiwa n'gandu Airport | - | Small Airport |
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What is the population of Chinsali?
Chinsali has a population of 38,805 residents and is located in Zambia. The population density is 13 people per square mile, spread across 2,951.3 square miles.
What is the weather like in Chinsali?
Chinsali enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F (20°C). Winter temperatures average 70°F in January, while summers reach an average of 63°F in July. The area receives 256 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 43.8 inches.