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Kalulushi, Zambia

Copperbelt · Zambia

Kalulushi is a large city in Copperbelt, Zambia with a population of 104,046. Elevation: 4,278 ft (1,304 m). Average temperature: 68°F (20°C).

104,046 Population 230/sq mi density
4,278 ft Elevation 1,304 meters
68°F Avg Temperature 20°C
48.5 in Annual Rain
Africa / Lusaka Timezone

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About Kalulushi

Kalulushi is a town in the Copperbelt Province in north central Zambia. It is located on the M18 road approximately 12 km west of Kitwe. The population of Kalulushi District was 170,701 at the 2022 census. Kalulushi emerged as a planned company town with the development of mining Companies in the mid-20th century - initially housing the main offices for the Zambia Consolidated Copper Mines. Economic activity in Kalulushi declined severely with the closure of 2 Shaft and 7 Shaft Mining sites.

People

Population104,046
Density230/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp68°F (20°C)
Rain48.5 in/yr
Sunny Days248/yr
Elevation4,278 ft (1,304 m)
Population104,046
Population Density230 / sq mi
Elevation4,278 ft (1,304 m)
Coordinates-12.8415°, 28.0948°
TimezoneAfrica/Lusaka
Country🇿🇲 Zambia
State / ProvinceCopperbelt
Average Temperature68°F (20°C)
January Average69°F (21°C)
July Average59°F (15°C)
Annual Precipitation48.5 inches (1,231 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Kalulushi

Kalulushi is a large city in Zambia (Copperbelt) with a population of 104,046. The city sits at an elevation of 4,278 feet (1,304 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 68°F (20°C). Temperatures range from 69°F in January to 59°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 48.5 inches. The timezone is Africa/Lusaka.

Climate in Kalulushi

Kalulushi has an average annual temperature of 21.3°C (70°F). The hottest month is Oct (26.4°C), the coldest is Jun (16.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 1134 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 21.5°C / 71°F 16.3° / 28.1° 307.5
Feb 21.8°C / 71°F 16.2° / 28.9° 198.7
Mar 21.6°C / 71°F 15° / 28.3° 159.3
Apr 20.5°C / 69°F 11.7° / 28.1° 69.3
May 18.3°C / 65°F 8.2° / 28° 1.6
Jun 16.8°C / 62°F 7.1° / 27.7° 5.3
Jul 17°C / 63°F 6.9° / 28.9° 0.3
Aug 20.1°C / 68°F 8.7° / 33.5° 0.2
Sep 23.7°C / 75°F 11° / 36.4° 0.2
Oct 26.4°C / 80°F 14.9° / 38.2° 20.5
Nov 24.9°C / 77°F 16.9° / 36.9° 137.6
Dec 23.2°C / 74°F 16.2° / 32.7° 234.1
Kalulushi enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winters average 69°F in January while summers reach 59°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 248 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 48.5 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 4,278 feet.

Temperature

69°F Jan (21°C) 59°F Jul (15°C)
Annual Average67.5°F
25% above Zambia avg
January Average69°F (21°C)
July Average59°F (15°C)
Sunny Days248 days/yr

Geography

Elevation4,278 ft (1,304 m)
Area452.3 sq mi (1,171.3 km²)
Population Density230/sq mi
Coordinates-12.8415°N, 28.0948°W
TimezoneAfrica/Lusaka

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 48.5"
28% above Zambia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jan) 11.38"
Driest Month (Sep) 0.08"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

2 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.8. Most recent: M4.6 on May 25, 1999.

Oct 10, 1997 68 km SSW of Mansa, Zambia M4.8 134 km
May 25, 1999 87 km WSW of Chingola, Zambia M4.6 103 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 69°F (21°C) 11.4 in Wettest
February 70°F (21°C) 9.2 in
March 70°F (21°C) 7.4 in
April 68°F (20°C) 2.2 in
May 64°F (18°C) 0.3 in
June 59°F (15°C) 0.0 in Coldest, Driest
July 59°F (15°C) 0.0 in
August 64°F (18°C) 0.0 in
September 71°F (22°C) 0.1 in
October 73°F (23°C) 1.3 in Warmest
November 72°F (22°C) 5.7 in
December 70°F (21°C) 10.8 in

Kalulushi has a seasonal temperature swing of 14°F / from 59°F in June to 73°F in October. Total annual precipitation is 48.5 inches, with January being the wettest month (11.4") and June the driest (0.0").

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Schools in Kalulushi

10 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Chavuma Secondary School
Chavuma Basic School
Kalumbwa Secondary School
Kalulushi Secondary School
Mitobo Girls Basic School
Lubutu Basic School
Kalulushi Basic School
Masamba Basic School
Chavuma Basic and Secondary School
Kalulushi Trust School
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Museums in Kalulushi

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Kalalushi Coreshed

Libraries in Kalulushi

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
mukuba library0.0

Farmers Markets in Kalulushi

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Bulangililo Market
Chisokone Market

Clinics in Kalulushi

15 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Chibote Health Post
Chibuluma Urban Health Centre
Chikabuke Rural Health Centre
Healthlane Medical Centre
Ichimpe Rural Health Centre
Kalengwa South Health Post
Kalulushi Government Clinic
Kalulushi Main Urban Health Centre
Kalulushi Township Urban Health Centre
Kalulushi Urban Health Centre
Kameme Health Post
Mindolo Training Farms Urban Health Centre
Nkana Health Post
St Joseph Rural Health Centre
Vit Clinic Kalulushi

Bus Stations in Kalulushi

2 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Kalulushi Makeni
New Eucalyptus Avenue

Gas Stations in Kalulushi

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Alfa Filling station

Banks in Kalulushi

1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Absa Bank

Golf Courses in Kalulushi

1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Chibuluma Golf Course

Stadiums & Teams in Kalulushi

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Kalulushi

9 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Simon Mwansa Kapwepwe International AirportNLALarge Airport
Kasompe AirportCGJMedium Airport
Peter Zuze Air Force BaseMedium Airport
Southdowns AirportKIWMedium Airport
Cedrics Farm AirportSmall Airport
Luanshya Zambia AirportSmall Airport
Mufulira AirportSmall Airport
Siame Gardens AirportSmall Airport
West Six AirportSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Kalulushi

4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Reformed Church in Zambia - Kalulushi
St. Michael's Catholic Church
United Church of Zambia - Kalulushi West
United Church of Zambia Trinity Congregation

Quick Facts

Timezone
Africa/Lusaka
Elevation
1,260 m (4,134 ft)

Around Kalulushi

Places within 5 km radius — OpenStreetMap data

Schools 11
Hospitals 1
Bars 2
Museums 1

🇿🇲 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 Kalulushi

What is the population of Kalulushi?

Kalulushi has a population of 104,046 residents and is located in Zambia. The population density is 230 people per square mile, spread across 452.3 square miles.

What is the weather like in Kalulushi?

Kalulushi enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winter temperatures average 69°F in January, while summers reach an average of 59°F in July. The area receives 248 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 48.5 inches.

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