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Kansanshi, Zambia
North-Western · Zambia
Kansanshi is a mid-size city in North-Western, Zambia with a population of 40,705. Elevation: 4,688 ft (1,429 m). Average temperature: 66°F (19°C).
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About Kansanshi
Kansanshi ist eine Bergbaustadt in der Nordwestprovinz Sambias. Sie liegt etwa 14 Kilometer nördlich von Solwezi, 15 Kilometer südlich der Grenze zur Demokratischen Republik Kongo auf 1200 Meter Meereshöhe. Kansanshi hat 41.000 Einwohner und liegt am Westende des afrikanischen Kupfergürtels.
People
Climate
| Population | 40,705 |
| Population Density | 22 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 4,688 ft (1,429 m) |
| Coordinates | -12.0951°, 26.4273° |
| Timezone | Africa/Lusaka |
| Country | 🇿🇲 Zambia |
| State / Province | North-Western |
| Average Temperature | 66°F (19°C) |
| January Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| July Average | 60°F (16°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 49.9 inches (1,268 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Kansanshi
Kansanshi is a mid-size city in Zambia (North-Western) with a population of 40,705. The city sits at an elevation of 4,688 feet (1,429 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 66°F (19°C). Temperatures range from 68°F in January to 60°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 49.9 inches. The timezone is Africa/Lusaka.
Climate in Kansanshi
Kansanshi has an average annual temperature of 20.2°C (68°F). The hottest month is Oct (25°C), the coldest is Jun (15.7°C). Average annual precipitation is 1409 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 66.4°F |
| 23% above Zambia avg | |
| January Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| July Average | 60°F (16°C) |
| Sunny Days | 245 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 4,688 ft (1,429 m) |
| Area | 1,873.1 sq mi (4,851.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 22/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -12.0951°N, 26.4273°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Lusaka |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 68°F (20°C) | 9.7 in | |
| February | 68°F (20°C) | 8.6 in | |
| March | 68°F (20°C) | 8.5 in | |
| April | 67°F (19°C) | 2.8 in | |
| May | 63°F (17°C) | 0.4 in | |
| June | 60°F (15°C) | 0.0 in | Coldest |
| July | 60°F (16°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| August | 65°F (18°C) | 0.0 in | |
| September | 70°F (21°C) | 0.4 in | |
| October | 72°F (22°C) | 2.6 in | Warmest |
| November | 69°F (21°C) | 6.8 in | |
| December | 68°F (20°C) | 10.0 in | Wettest |
Kansanshi has a seasonal temperature swing of 12°F / from 60°F in June to 72°F in October. Total annual precipitation is 49.9 inches, with December being the wettest month (10.0") and July the driest (0.0").
Farmers Markets in Kansanshi
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kyawama Market | |||||
| Solwezi City Market |
Restaurants in Kansanshi
1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Kansanshi
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Kansanshi
2 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Solwesi Airport | SLI | Small Airport |
| West Seven Airport | — | Small Airport |
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What is the population of Kansanshi?
Kansanshi has a population of 40,705 residents and is located in Zambia. The population density is 22 people per square mile, spread across 1,873.1 square miles.
What is the weather like in Kansanshi?
Kansanshi enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winter temperatures average 68°F in January, while summers reach an average of 60°F in July. The area receives 245 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 49.9 inches.