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Kabompo, Zambia

North-Western · Zambia

Kabompo is a small city in North-Western, Zambia with a population of 15,069. Elevation: 3,652 ft (1,113 m). Average temperature: 69°F (21°C).

15,069 Population 5/sq mi density
3,652 ft Elevation 1,113 meters
69°F Avg Temperature 21°C
39.5 in Annual Rain
Africa / Lusaka Timezone

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About Kabompo

Kabompo is a town in north-western Zambia, lying on the Kabompo River with a population over 88,000 people. It is surrounded by teak forest and is home to a Roman Catholic mission.
Kabompo was founded in the 1900s or even earlier than that, the district centre was first situated in Nkulwashi before it was moved to its current location. The district boasts of its significance towards its contribution to the nation's food security through Food Reserve Agency (FRA). Even in the late 60's and early 70's Kabompo was very active in agricultural activities through NAMBOARD.

People

Population15,069
Density5/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp69°F (21°C)
Rain39.5 in/yr
Sunny Days264/yr
Elevation3,652 ft (1,113 m)
Population15,069
Population Density5 / sq mi
Elevation3,652 ft (1,113 m)
Coordinates-13.5927°, 24.2008°
TimezoneAfrica/Lusaka
Country🇿🇲 Zambia
State / ProvinceNorth-Western
Average Temperature69°F (21°C)
January Average71°F (22°C)
July Average60°F (16°C)
Annual Precipitation39.5 inches (1,002 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Kabompo

Kabompo is a small city in Zambia (North-Western) with a population of 15,069. The city sits at an elevation of 3,652 feet (1,113 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 69°F (21°C). Temperatures range from 71°F in January to 60°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 39.5 inches. The timezone is Africa/Lusaka.

Climate in Kabompo

Kabompo has an average annual temperature of 22.9°C (73°F). The hottest month is Oct (28.2°C), the coldest is Jun (18.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 1040 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 22.3°C / 72°F 16.8° / 29.5° 277.9
Feb 23°C / 73°F 17.2° / 30.3° 165.8
Mar 22.8°C / 73°F 16.3° / 30.3° 176.6
Apr 21.8°C / 71°F 12.8° / 30.1° 54.2
May 20.4°C / 69°F 9.3° / 30.6° 2.9
Jun 18.8°C / 66°F 8.2° / 30.4° 0.4
Jul 18.8°C / 66°F 7.7° / 31.2° 0.1
Aug 22.1°C / 72°F 9.8° / 35.5° 0.1
Sep 25.9°C / 79°F 13° / 38.1° 3.0
Oct 28.2°C / 83°F 16.9° / 39.7° 40.9
Nov 26.3°C / 79°F 18.4° / 38.4° 117.9
Dec 24.5°C / 76°F 17.9° / 34.8° 200.2
Kabompo enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F (21°C). Winters average 71°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 264 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 39.5 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 3,652 feet.

Temperature

71°F Jan (22°C) 60°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average69.2°F
28% above Zambia avg
January Average71°F (22°C)
July Average60°F (16°C)
Sunny Days264 days/yr

Geography

Elevation3,652 ft (1,113 m)
Area3,112.2 sq mi (8,060.6 km²)
Population Density5/sq mi
Coordinates-13.5927°N, 24.2008°W
TimezoneAfrica/Lusaka

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 39.5"
4% above Zambia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jan) 8.50"
Driest Month (Aug) 0.04"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

7 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.9. Most recent: M4.4 on May 11, 2023.

Jan 24, 1991 46 km NNE of Zambezi, Zambia M4.9 117 km
May 8, 2023 82 km SSE of Mwinilunga, Zambia M4.7 138 km
Apr 21, 2014 50 km SSE of Zambezi, Zambia M4.6 98 km
Jul 12, 2022 44 km SSW of Mufumbwe, Zambia M4.4 71 km
May 11, 2023 90 km SSE of Mwinilunga, Zambia M4.4 136 km
Feb 29, 2012 22 km N of Kabompo, Zambia M4.1 22 km
Jun 16, 1991 17 km N of Kabompo, Zambia M3.8 17 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 71°F (22°C) 8.5 in Wettest
February 71°F (22°C) 7.3 in
March 72°F (22°C) 6.1 in
April 70°F (21°C) 1.9 in
May 66°F (19°C) 0.2 in
June 62°F (17°C) 0.0 in Driest
July 60°F (16°C) 0.0 in Coldest
August 67°F (19°C) 0.0 in
September 73°F (23°C) 0.2 in
October 75°F (24°C) 1.7 in Warmest
November 73°F (23°C) 5.2 in
December 71°F (22°C) 8.2 in

Kabompo has a seasonal temperature swing of 15°F / from 60°F in July to 75°F in October. Total annual precipitation is 39.5 inches, with January being the wettest month (8.5") and June the driest (0.0").

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Airports Near Kabompo

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Kabompo AirportSmall Airport
Loloma AirstripSmall Airport
West Five AirportSmall Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
Africa/Lusaka
Elevation
1,113 m (3,652 ft)
Website
kabompocouncil.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 Kabompo

What is the population of Kabompo?

Kabompo has a population of 15,069 residents and is located in Zambia. The population density is 5 people per square mile, spread across 3,112.2 square miles.

What is the weather like in Kabompo?

Kabompo enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F (21°C). Winter temperatures average 71°F in January, while summers reach an average of 60°F in July. The area receives 264 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 39.5 inches.

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