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Chisasa, Zambia

North-Western · Zambia

Chisasa is a small city in North-Western, Zambia with a population of 17,169. Elevation: 4,459 ft (1,359 m). Average temperature: 67°F (19°C).

17,169 Population 3/sq mi density
4,459 ft Elevation 1,359 meters
67°F Avg Temperature 19°C
48.3 in Annual Rain
Africa / Lusaka Timezone

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People

Population17,169
Density3/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp67°F (19°C)
Rain48.3 in/yr
Sunny Days248/yr
Elevation4,459 ft (1,359 m)
Population17,169
Population Density3 / sq mi
Elevation4,459 ft (1,359 m)
Coordinates-12.1093°, 25.4961°
TimezoneAfrica/Lusaka
Country🇿🇲 Zambia
State / ProvinceNorth-Western
Average Temperature67°F (19°C)
January Average69°F (20°C)
July Average60°F (15°C)
Annual Precipitation48.3 inches (1,227 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Chisasa

Chisasa is a small city in Zambia (North-Western) with a population of 17,169. The city sits at an elevation of 4,459 feet (1,359 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 67°F (19°C). Temperatures range from 69°F in January to 60°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 48.3 inches. The timezone is Africa/Lusaka.

Climate in Chisasa

Chisasa has an average annual temperature of 20.5°C (69°F). The hottest month is Oct (25.2°C), the coldest is Jun (16°C). Average annual precipitation is 1461 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 20.8°C / 69°F 15.7° / 28.2° 316.4
Feb 21.3°C / 70°F 15.5° / 29.2° 246.3
Mar 21°C / 70°F 14.9° / 28.3° 329.4
Apr 19.9°C / 68°F 12° / 27.1° 79.5
May 17.6°C / 64°F 8.1° / 26.6° 6.8
Jun 16°C / 61°F 6.7° / 26.4° 0.4
Jul 16.2°C / 61°F 6.4° / 27.8° 0.5
Aug 19.4°C / 67°F 8.4° / 32.6° 0.1
Sep 23.4°C / 74°F 11.2° / 35.8° 5.8
Oct 25.2°C / 77°F 15° / 36.7° 59.4
Nov 22.9°C / 73°F 16.2° / 34.5° 185.3
Dec 21.9°C / 71°F 15.7° / 30.4° 231.7
Chisasa enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F (19°C). Winters average 69°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 248 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 48.3 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 4,459 feet.

Temperature

69°F Jan (20°C) 60°F Jul (15°C)
Annual Average66.8°F
24% above Zambia avg
January Average69°F (20°C)
July Average60°F (15°C)
Sunny Days248 days/yr

Geography

Elevation4,459 ft (1,359 m)
Area6,553.7 sq mi (16,974.1 km²)
Population Density3/sq mi
Coordinates-12.1093°N, 25.4961°W
TimezoneAfrica/Lusaka

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 48.3"
27% above Zambia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Dec) 9.72"
Driest Month (Jun) 0.04"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

16 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.2. Most recent: M4.3 on May 18, 2025.

Mar 5, 2002 36 km E of Mwinilunga, Zambia M5.2 88 km
Jun 9, 1996 56 km SW of Solwezi, Zambia M5.0 84 km
May 12, 2004 72 km SSW of Solwezi, Zambia M4.7 91 km
May 12, 2004 73 km SW of Solwezi, Zambia M4.7 87 km
May 8, 2023 82 km SSE of Mwinilunga, Zambia M4.7 97 km
Apr 12, 1998 101 km WSW of Solwezi, Zambia M4.7 35 km
Mar 11, 2022 91 km SE of Mwinilunga, Zambia M4.7 45 km
Jul 14, 2014 75 km NE of Kasempa, Zambia M4.4 143 km
Jan 20, 2021 57 km N of Kasempa, Zambia M4.4 100 km
May 12, 2004 57 km S of Solwezi, Zambia M4.4 110 km
May 11, 2023 90 km SSE of Mwinilunga, Zambia M4.4 92 km
Jun 18, 2003 71 km SE of Mwinilunga, Zambia M4.4 70 km
May 18, 2025 41 km SW of Kolwezi, Democratic Republic of the Congo M4.3 135 km
May 4, 2025 63 km S of Likasi, Democratic Republic of the Congo M4.2 143 km
Jun 8, 2014 62 km W of Solwezi, Zambia M4.1 40 km
Feb 24, 2000 102 km NNE of Kalengwa, Zambia M3.9 58 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 69°F (20°C) 9.3 in
February 69°F (20°C) 8.0 in
March 69°F (21°C) 8.2 in
April 68°F (20°C) 2.8 in
May 64°F (18°C) 0.3 in
June 60°F (15°C) 0.0 in
July 60°F (15°C) 0.0 in Coldest, Driest
August 65°F (18°C) 0.0 in
September 70°F (21°C) 0.4 in
October 71°F (22°C) 2.7 in Warmest
November 70°F (21°C) 6.8 in
December 69°F (20°C) 9.7 in Wettest

Chisasa has a seasonal temperature swing of 12°F / from 60°F in July to 71°F in October. Total annual precipitation is 48.3 inches, with December being the wettest month (9.7") and July the driest (0.0").

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Clinics in Chisasa

3 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Chisasa Rural Health Clinic
Chisasa Rural Health Clinic
Chisasa Rural Health Clinic

Bus Stations in Chisasa

1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

ZM #496411118

Airports Near Chisasa

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Kalumbila AirportUMBMedium Airport
West Seven AirportSmall Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
Africa/Lusaka

🇿🇲 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 Chisasa

What is the population of Chisasa?

Chisasa has a population of 17,169 residents and is located in Zambia. The population density is 3 people per square mile, spread across 6,553.7 square miles.

What is the weather like in Chisasa?

Chisasa 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 60°F in July. The area receives 248 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 48.3 inches.

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