Chongwe, Zambia
Lusaka Province · Zambia
Chongwe is a small city in Lusaka Province, Zambia with a population of 12,160. Elevation: 3,615 ft (1,102 m). Average temperature: 70°F (21°C).
Population source: Wikidata (dated census and official estimates), GeoNames. Climate: WorldClim 2.1 normals (1970-2000), NASA POWER. Updated August 2026
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About Chongwe
Chongwe ist eine recht weitläufige Stadt am Fluss Chongwe in der Provinz Lusaka in Sambia mit 57.443 Einwohnern (2022). Sie liegt etwa 1100 Meter über dem Meeresspiegel und ist Sitz der Verwaltung des gleichnamigen Distrikts. Sie liegt an der Great East Road 90 Kilometer östlich der Hauptstadt Lusaka.
People
Climate
| Population | 12,160 |
| Population Density | 11 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 3,615 ft (1,102 m) |
| Coordinates | -15.3292°, 28.6820° |
| Timezone | Africa/Lusaka |
| Country | 🇿🇲 Zambia |
| State / Province | Lusaka Province |
| Average Temperature | 70°F (21°C) |
| January Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| July Average | 61°F (16°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 32.2 inches (818 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Chongwe
Chongwe is a small city in Zambia (Lusaka Province) with a population of 12,160. The city sits at an elevation of 3,615 feet (1,102 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 70°F (21°C). Temperatures range from 68°F in January to 61°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 32.2 inches. The timezone is Africa/Lusaka.
Climate in Chongwe
Chongwe has an average annual temperature of 22.5°C (73°F). The hottest month is Oct (26.7°C), the coldest is Jul (17.7°C). Average annual precipitation is 843 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 69.6°F |
| 29% above Zambia avg | |
| January Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| July Average | 61°F (16°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 3,615 ft (1,102 m) |
| Area | 1,086.4 sq mi (2,813.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 11/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 15.3292°S, 28.6820°E |
| Timezone | Africa/Lusaka |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 68°F (20°C) | 8.4 in | Wettest |
| February | 72°F (22°C) | 6.8 in | |
| March | 71°F (22°C) | 4.0 in | |
| April | 69°F (21°C) | 1.3 in | |
| May | 65°F (19°C) | 0.3 in | |
| June | 62°F (16°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| July | 61°F (16°C) | 0.0 in | Coldest |
| August | 66°F (19°C) | 0.0 in | |
| September | 73°F (23°C) | 0.0 in | |
| October | 77°F (25°C) | 0.6 in | Warmest |
| November | 76°F (24°C) | 3.1 in | |
| December | 72°F (22°C) | 8.0 in |
Chongwe has a seasonal temperature swing of 17°F / from 61°F in July to 77°F in October. Total annual precipitation is 32.5 inches, with January being the wettest month (8.4") and June the driest (0.0").
Colleges & Universities in Chongwe
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chalimbana University (NISTCOL) | University | - | , |
Schools in Chongwe
4 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chainda Basic School | - | - | - | - |
| Matipula Basic School | - | - | - | - |
| Evergreen School | - | - | - | - |
| Shiyala Primary School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Chongwe
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Radio Christian Voice | - | MP3 128 kbps |
Farmers Markets in Chongwe
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Katende |
Clinics in Chongwe
1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Chongwe
2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Chongwe
1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Chongwe
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Brewery |
Airports Near Chongwe
23 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Kenneth Kaunda International Airport | LUN | Large Airport |
| Lusaka City Airport | - | Medium Airport |
| Balmoral Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Charangwe Lower Zambezi Safari Lodge Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Chilongolo Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Chirundu Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Chisamba Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Chiwala Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Dandawa Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Kafue Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Kamilonga Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Kamwe Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Karubwe Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Liteta Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Little Vundu Camp Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Majuaneti Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Mana Pools Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Mana West Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Nega Nega Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Otago | - | Small Airport |
| Royal Zambezi Lodge Airstrip | RYL | Small Airport |
| Sandwe Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Silver Rest Airport | - | Small Airport |
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What is the population of Chongwe?
Chongwe has a population of 12,160 residents and is located in Zambia. The population density is 11 people per square mile, spread across 1,086.4 square miles.
What is the weather like in Chongwe?
Chongwe enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winter temperatures average 68°F in January, while summers reach an average of 61°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 32.2 inches.
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