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Itezhi-Tezhi, Zambia

Southern Province · Zambia

Itezhi-Tezhi is a small city in Southern Province, Zambia with a population of 22,449. Elevation: 3,392 ft (1,034 m). Average temperature: 70°F (21°C).

Data updated June 2026

22,449 Population 3/sq mi density
3,392 ft Elevation 1,034 meters
70°F Avg Temperature 21°C
31.4 in Annual Rain
Africa / Lusaka Timezone

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About Itezhi-Tezhi

Itezhi-Tezhi

The Itezhi-Tezhi Dam on the Kafue River in west-central Zambia was built between 1974 and 1977 at the Itezhi-Tezhi Gap, in a range of hills through which the river had eroded a narrow valley, leading to the broad expanse of the wetlands known as the Kafue Flats. The town of Itezhi-Tezhi is to the east side of the dam.

People

Population22,449
Density3/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp70°F (21°C)
Rain31.4 in/yr
Sunny Days279/yr
Elevation3,392 ft (1,034 m)
Population22,449
Population Density3 / sq mi
Elevation3,392 ft (1,034 m)
Coordinates-15.7369°, 26.0416°
TimezoneAfrica/Lusaka
Country🇿🇲 Zambia
State / ProvinceSouthern Province
Average Temperature70°F (21°C)
January Average73°F (23°C)
July Average60°F (15°C)
Annual Precipitation31.4 inches (798 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Itezhi-Tezhi

Itezhi-Tezhi is a small city in Zambia (Southern Province) with a population of 22,449. The city sits at an elevation of 3,392 feet (1,034 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 70°F (21°C). Temperatures range from 73°F in January to 60°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 31.4 inches. The timezone is Africa/Lusaka.

Climate in Itezhi-Tezhi

Itezhi-Tezhi has an average annual temperature of 22.8°C (73°F). The hottest month is Oct (27.8°C), the coldest is Jul (17.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 824 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 22.8°C / 73°F 16.8° / 30.5° 219.7
Feb 23.4°C / 74°F 16.9° / 32.3° 137.5
Mar 23.5°C / 74°F 16° / 31.9° 99.5
Apr 22.3°C / 72°F 13.1° / 32.1° 31.4
May 20.3°C / 69°F 9.6° / 30.9° 0.6
Jun 17.9°C / 64°F 8.2° / 29.4° 0.4
Jul 17.8°C / 64°F 7° / 29.8° 0.2
Aug 21.2°C / 70°F 9.6° / 34.6° 0.1
Sep 24.9°C / 77°F 11.8° / 37.5° 0.4
Oct 27.8°C / 82°F 16° / 39.5° 18.4
Nov 26.9°C / 80°F 18.3° / 38.8° 84.4
Dec 25.1°C / 77°F 17.2° / 36.8° 231.5
Itezhi-Tezhi enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winters average 73°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 279 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 31.4 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 3,392 feet.

Temperature

73°F Jan (23°C) 60°F Jul (15°C)
Annual Average69.9°F
29% above Zambia avg
January Average73°F (23°C)
July Average60°F (15°C)
Sunny Days279 days/yr

Geography

Elevation3,392 ft (1,034 m)
Area7,947.3 sq mi (20,583.6 km²)
Population Density3/sq mi
Coordinates-15.7369°N, 26.0416°W
TimezoneAfrica/Lusaka

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 31.4"
17% below Zambia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Dec) 8.31"
Driest Month (Sep) 0.08"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

5 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.0. Most recent: M4.1 on Mar 3, 2014.

Jul 21, 2011 54 km WSW of Namwala, Zambia M5.0 25 km
Mar 6, 2008 31 km SSE of Mumbwa, Zambia M4.8 130 km
Mar 3, 2014 12 km W of Mumbwa, Zambia M4.1 128 km
Jan 28, 1999 28 km W of Namwala, Zambia M3.9 14 km
Nov 15, 1992 60 km ESE of Namwala, Zambia M3.3 100 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 73°F (23°C) 7.6 in
February 73°F (23°C) 6.6 in
March 73°F (23°C) 3.5 in
April 70°F (21°C) 0.9 in
May 65°F (18°C) 0.2 in
June 60°F (16°C) 0.0 in Driest
July 60°F (15°C) 0.0 in Coldest
August 65°F (18°C) 0.0 in
September 72°F (22°C) 0.1 in
October 77°F (25°C) 0.8 in Warmest
November 76°F (24°C) 3.3 in
December 74°F (23°C) 8.3 in Wettest

Itezhi-Tezhi has a seasonal temperature swing of 17°F / from 60°F in July to 77°F in October. Total annual precipitation is 31.4 inches, with December being the wettest month (8.3") and June the driest (0.0").

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Schools in Itezhi-Tezhi

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Ikonkaile
Uphill Day Secondary School
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Radio Stations near Itezhi-Tezhi

2 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Hot FM 87.7 african music, zambian music MP3 128 kbps
Hot 102.7FM AAC

Hotels in Itezhi-Tezhi

3 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Hunting Camp
Lake Side Lodge
Musungwa Lodge

Clinics in Itezhi-Tezhi

3 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Kaanzwa Clinic
Masemo Clinic
Shankasu Clinic

Veterinaries in Itezhi-Tezhi

7 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Batunga
Batunga
itezhi tezhi
Itezhi-tezhi
iyanda
Mononga village
Mwaba

Bus Stations in Itezhi-Tezhi

1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Itezhi tezhi Bus Station

Gas Stations in Itezhi-Tezhi

3 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Pay Fuel here
Zesco
ZM #12408787487

Banks in Itezhi-Tezhi

2 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

ZANACO
Zannaco Bank

Airports Near Itezhi-Tezhi

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Chunga AirstripCGXSmall Airport
Namwala AirportSmall Airport
Ngoma AirportZGMSmall Airport

Post Offices in Itezhi-Tezhi

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Itezhi tezhi Post Office

Quick Facts

Timezone
Africa/Lusaka
Website
itezhitezhicouncil.gov.zm/

🇿🇲 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 Itezhi-Tezhi

What is the population of Itezhi-Tezhi?

Itezhi-Tezhi has a population of 22,449 residents and is located in Zambia. The population density is 3 people per square mile, spread across 7,947.3 square miles.

What is the weather like in Itezhi-Tezhi?

Itezhi-Tezhi enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winter temperatures average 73°F in January, while summers reach an average of 60°F in July. The area receives 279 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 31.4 inches.

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