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Chirundu, Zambia
Southern Province · Zambia
Chirundu is a mid-size city in Southern Province, Zambia with a population of 35,403. Elevation: 1,293 ft (394 m). Average temperature: 77°F (25°C).
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About Chirundu
Chirundu, Zambia is a town in the Southern Province of Zambia at the border with Zimbabwe. It is the site of two road bridges across the Zambezi river, the Chirundu Bridges.
People
Climate
| Population | 35,403 |
| Population Density | 56 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,293 ft (394 m) |
| Coordinates | -16.0358°, 28.8431° |
| Timezone | Africa/Lusaka |
| Country | 🇿🇲 Zambia |
| State / Province | Southern Province |
| Average Temperature | 77°F (25°C) |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 67°F (20°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 28.2 inches (717 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Chirundu
Chirundu is a mid-size city in Zambia (Southern Province) with a population of 35,403. The city sits at an elevation of 1,293 feet (394 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 77°F (25°C). Temperatures range from 79°F in January to 67°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 28.2 inches. The timezone is Africa/Lusaka.
Climate in Chirundu
Chirundu has an average annual temperature of 25.6°C (78°F). The hottest month is Nov (30.2°C), the coldest is Jul (20.6°C). Average annual precipitation is 696 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 76.8°F |
| 42% above Zambia avg | |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 67°F (20°C) |
| Sunny Days | 285 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,293 ft (394 m) |
| Area | 633.0 sq mi (1,639.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 56/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -16.0358°N, 28.8431°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Lusaka |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 79°F (26°C) | 7.4 in | Wettest |
| February | 79°F (26°C) | 5.9 in | |
| March | 78°F (26°C) | 3.5 in | |
| April | 77°F (25°C) | 1.0 in | |
| May | 72°F (22°C) | 0.1 in | |
| June | 67°F (19°C) | 0.0 in | Coldest, Driest |
| July | 67°F (20°C) | 0.0 in | |
| August | 72°F (22°C) | 0.0 in | |
| September | 80°F (27°C) | 0.0 in | |
| October | 86°F (30°C) | 0.3 in | Warmest |
| November | 84°F (29°C) | 3.0 in | |
| December | 80°F (27°C) | 7.1 in |
Chirundu has a seasonal temperature swing of 19°F / from 67°F in June to 86°F in October. Total annual precipitation is 28.2 inches, with January being the wettest month (7.4") and June the driest (0.0").
Schools in Chirundu
2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Siamundu | — | — | — | — |
| Gota-Gota | — | — | — | — |
Hotels in Chirundu
4 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Chirundu
2 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Chirundu
1 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Chirundu
1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Chirundu
3 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Chirundu
1 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Chirundu
20 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Kenneth Kaunda International Airport | LUN | Large Airport |
| Kariba Airport | KAB | Medium Airport |
| Lusaka City Airport | — | Medium Airport |
| Balmoral Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Charangwe Lower Zambezi Safari Lodge Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Chikwenya Game Lodge Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Chilongolo Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Chirundu Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Dandawa Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Fothergill Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Gachegache Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Kafue Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Little Vundu Camp Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Majuaneti Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Mana Pools Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Mana West Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Rifa Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Royal Zambezi Lodge Airstrip | RYL | Small Airport |
| Rukomeshe Research Station Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Silver Rest Airport | — | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Chirundu
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| New Apostolic Church |
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What is the population of Chirundu?
Chirundu has a population of 35,403 residents and is located in Zambia. The population density is 56 people per square mile, spread across 633.0 square miles.
What is the weather like in Chirundu?
Chirundu has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 77°F (25°C). Winter temperatures average 79°F in January, while summers reach an average of 67°F in July. The area receives 285 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 28.2 inches.