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Isoka, Zambia

Muchinga · Zambia

Isoka is a mid-size city in Muchinga, Zambia with a population of 31,739. Elevation: 4,334 ft (1,321 m). Average temperature: 69°F (21°C).

Data updated June 2026

31,739 Population 13/sq mi density
4,334 ft Elevation 1,321 meters
69°F Avg Temperature 21°C
43.0 in Annual Rain
Africa / Lusaka Timezone

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About Isoka

Isoka

Isoka is a town located in the Muchinga Province of Zambia near the borders with Tanzania and Malawi. It lies on the T2 road.

People

Population31,739
Density13/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp69°F (21°C)
Rain43.0 in/yr
Sunny Days258/yr
Elevation4,334 ft (1,321 m)
Population31,739
Population Density13 / sq mi
Elevation4,334 ft (1,321 m)
Coordinates-10.1606°, 32.6335°
TimezoneAfrica/Lusaka
Country🇿🇲 Zambia
State / ProvinceMuchinga
Average Temperature69°F (21°C)
January Average70°F (21°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Annual Precipitation43.0 inches (1,091 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Isoka

Isoka is a mid-size city in Zambia (Muchinga) with a population of 31,739. The city sits at an elevation of 4,334 feet (1,321 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 69°F (21°C). Temperatures range from 70°F in January to 64°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 43.0 inches. The timezone is Africa/Lusaka.

Climate in Isoka

Isoka has an average annual temperature of 20.3°C (69°F). The hottest month is Nov (24.7°C), the coldest is Jul (15.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 1388 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 20.9°C / 70°F 16° / 27.3° 336.7
Feb 21.1°C / 70°F 16° / 27.9° 311.0
Mar 20.9°C / 70°F 15.7° / 27.5° 220.8
Apr 20.1°C / 68°F 12.5° / 26.5° 102.3
May 17.9°C / 64°F 9.8° / 25.8° 23.6
Jun 15.9°C / 61°F 7.3° / 24.3° 10.7
Jul 15.8°C / 60°F 6.9° / 25.1° 11.5
Aug 18.1°C / 65°F 8.2° / 28.8° 7.9
Sep 21.2°C / 70°F 10.3° / 32.3° 1.6
Oct 24.1°C / 75°F 14.2° / 34.8° 18.6
Nov 24.7°C / 77°F 16.3° / 35° 92.8
Dec 22.6°C / 73°F 16° / 31.4° 251.1
Isoka enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F (21°C). Winters average 70°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 258 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 43.0 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 4,334 feet.

Temperature

70°F Jan (21°C) 64°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average69.3°F
28% above Zambia avg
January Average70°F (21°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Sunny Days258 days/yr

Geography

Elevation4,334 ft (1,321 m)
Area2,464.5 sq mi (6,383.1 km²)
Population Density13/sq mi
Coordinates-10.1606°N, 32.6335°W
TimezoneAfrica/Lusaka

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 43.0"
13% above Zambia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jan) 9.25"
Driest Month (Sep) 0.16"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

37 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.0. Most recent: M4.4 on Apr 15, 2020.

Dec 19, 2009 23 km SSW of Karonga, Malawi M6.0 130 km
Dec 8, 2009 6 km WSW of Karonga, Malawi M5.9 138 km
Dec 6, 2009 22 km SSW of Karonga, Malawi M5.8 135 km
Dec 12, 2009 2 km WSW of Karonga, Malawi M5.5 142 km
Dec 6, 2009 26 km S of Karonga, Malawi M5.3 146 km
Dec 6, 2009 12 km SW of Karonga, Malawi M5.2 136 km
Dec 6, 2009 21 km S of Karonga, Malawi M5.1 140 km
Dec 6, 2009 19 km S of Karonga, Malawi M5.1 144 km
Dec 7, 2009 Malawi M5.0 132 km
Dec 7, 2009 12 km SW of Karonga, Malawi M5.0 134 km
Dec 7, 2009 22 km S of Karonga, Malawi M5.0 140 km
Dec 11, 2009 18 km SSW of Karonga, Malawi M4.9 135 km
Dec 6, 2009 10 km SSE of Karonga, Malawi M4.8 149 km
May 30, 1991 57 km W of Chama, Zambia M4.7 116 km
Aug 17, 2001 14 km E of Itumba, Tanzania M4.6 114 km
Nov 22, 2009 30 km SW of Karonga, Malawi M4.6 124 km
Mar 6, 2010 49 km WNW of Mlowo, Tanzania M4.6 148 km
Sep 5, 2010 12 km SW of Karonga, Malawi M4.6 136 km
Jun 12, 1997 55 km NNE of Mungwi, Zambia M4.6 117 km
Dec 11, 2009 11 km SW of Karonga, Malawi M4.6 134 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Nearby Volcanoes

3 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Rungwe (161 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Rungwe Stratovolcano 2,953 m (9,688 ft) 1250 161 km
Kyejo Stratovolcano 2,176 m (7,139 ft) 1800 164 km
Ngozi Caldera 2,614 m (8,576 ft) 1450 165 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 70°F (21°C) 9.3 in Wettest
February 70°F (21°C) 9.2 in
March 70°F (21°C) 8.1 in
April 70°F (21°C) 3.5 in
May 67°F (20°C) 0.4 in
June 65°F (18°C) 0.0 in Driest
July 64°F (18°C) 0.0 in Coldest
August 67°F (19°C) 0.0 in
September 71°F (21°C) 0.2 in
October 74°F (23°C) 0.4 in Warmest
November 74°F (23°C) 3.9 in
December 70°F (21°C) 8.0 in

Isoka has a seasonal temperature swing of 10°F / from 64°F in July to 74°F in October. Total annual precipitation is 42.9 inches, with January being the wettest month (9.3") and June the driest (0.0").

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Schools in Isoka

18 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Ntipo Primary School - - - -
Muchinga Secondary School - - - -
Catholic Preschool - - - -
Ntipo Secondary School - - - -
Rockmas Trust School - - - -
School - - - -
Dats Memorial School - - - -
Takondwa Daycare - - - -
Isoka Trades - - - -
Chinyansi Primary School - - - -
Masi Primary Schools - - - -
Mac Academy - - - -
Michael Chilufya Sata School - - - -
Moonlight Health College - - - -
Nansala Primary School - - - -
Rise And Shine School - - - -
Kafwimbi Primary /Secondary - - - -
Mwenitawa Basic School - - - -
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Clinics in Isoka

4 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Chinyansi Health Post
Kafwimbi Rural Health Centre
Kantenshya Health Post
ZM #9969312695

Airports Near Isoka

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Chinsali Airport-Small Airport
Chitipa Airport-Small Airport
Isoka Airport-Small Airport

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Waterfalls
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Quick Facts

Timezone
Africa/Lusaka
Elevation
1,321 m (4,334 ft)

🇿🇲 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 Isoka

What is the population of Isoka?

Isoka has a population of 31,739 residents and is located in Zambia. The population density is 13 people per square mile, spread across 2,464.5 square miles.

What is the weather like in Isoka?

Isoka enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F (21°C). Winter temperatures average 70°F in January, while summers reach an average of 64°F in July. The area receives 258 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 43.0 inches.

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