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Kasama, Zambia

Northern Province · Zambia

Kasama is a large city in Northern Province, Zambia with a population of 179,636. Elevation: 4,573 ft (1,394 m). Average temperature: 69°F (21°C).

Data updated June 2026

179,636 Population 573/sq mi density
4,573 ft Elevation 1,394 meters
69°F Avg Temperature 21°C
50.4 in Annual Rain
Africa / Lusaka Timezone

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About Kasama

Kasama is a town in the Northern Province of Zambia. It serves as the provincial capital and the headquarters of Kasama District.

People

Population179,636
Density573/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp69°F (21°C)
Rain50.4 in/yr
Sunny Days245/yr
Elevation4,573 ft (1,394 m)
Population179,636
Population Density573 / sq mi
Elevation4,573 ft (1,394 m)
Coordinates-10.2129°, 31.1808°
TimezoneAfrica/Lusaka
Country🇿🇲 Zambia
State / ProvinceNorthern Province
Average Temperature69°F (21°C)
January Average69°F (20°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Annual Precipitation50.4 inches (1,279 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Kasama

Kasama is a large city in Zambia (Northern Province) with a population of 179,636. The city sits at an elevation of 4,573 feet (1,394 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 69°F (21°C). Temperatures range from 69°F in January to 64°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 50.4 inches. The timezone is Africa/Lusaka.

Climate in Kasama

Kasama has an average annual temperature of 0°C (32°F). The hottest month is Jan (0°C), the coldest is Jan (0°C). Average annual precipitation is 1243 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 0°C / 32°F - / - 275.5
Feb 0°C / 32°F - / - 240.1
Mar 0°C / 32°F - / - 255.2
Apr 0°C / 32°F - / - 92.3
May 0°C / 32°F - / - 7.1
Jun 0°C / 32°F - / - 0.0
Jul 0°C / 32°F - / - 0.0
Aug 0°C / 32°F - / - 0.4
Sep 0°C / 32°F - / - 3.8
Oct 0°C / 32°F - / - 37.2
Nov 0°C / 32°F - / - 101.2
Dec 0°C / 32°F - / - 229.8
Kasama enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F (21°C). Winters average 69°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 245 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 50.4 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 4,573 feet.

Temperature

69°F Jan (20°C) 64°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average68.9°F
28% above Zambia avg
January Average69°F (20°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Sunny Days245 days/yr

Geography

Elevation4,573 ft (1,394 m)
Area313.4 sq mi (811.8 km²)
Population Density573/sq mi
Coordinates-10.2129°N, 31.1808°W
TimezoneAfrica/Lusaka

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 50.4"
33% above Zambia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jan) 10.67"
Driest Month (Sep) 0.12"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

3 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.6. Most recent: M4.4 on Jan 21, 2021.

Jun 12, 1997 55 km NNE of Mungwi, Zambia M4.6 72 km
Jan 21, 2021 6 km SSE of Mbala, Zambia M4.4 148 km
Apr 15, 2020 33 km SE of Mungwi, Zambia M4.4 47 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 69°F (20°C) 10.7 in Wettest
February 69°F (20°C) 9.8 in
March 70°F (21°C) 9.6 in
April 69°F (21°C) 3.4 in
May 67°F (19°C) 0.4 in
June 64°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 72°F (22°C) 0.1 in
October 74°F (24°C) 0.9 in Warmest
November 73°F (23°C) 5.4 in
December 70°F (21°C) 10.2 in

Kasama has a seasonal temperature swing of 11°F / from 64°F in July to 74°F in October. Total annual precipitation is 50.4 inches, with January being the wettest month (10.7") and June the driest (0.0").

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Colleges & Universities in Kasama

Institution Type Founded Website
Lukupa Midwifery College College - ,

Schools in Kasama

7 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Bakashana - - - -
Chifwani basic school - - - -
Chiti - - - -
Kasama School of Nursing - - - -
Kasama Boys Secondary School - - - -
Laura Girls Secondary School - - - -
Mubanga Chipoya Secondary School - - - -
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Radio Stations near Kasama

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Libraries in Kasama

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Kasama boys0.0

Farmers Markets in Kasama

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Chikumanino Market
Newtown Market

Restaurants in Kasama

5 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Chibs Comfort
chintelelwe restraunt
Kaka Matebeto
Scarlett
Suzie cakes restraunt

Clinics in Kasama

1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Lukupa clinic

Train Stations in Kasama

2 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Kasama
Kungu

Bus Stations in Kasama

3 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Chikumanino Main Bus Station
Likili Bus Station
Power Tools Bus Station

Gas Stations in Kasama

6 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Eco petroleum
Engen
Puma
TotalEnergies
ZM #11211162541
ZM #12027907105

Banks in Kasama

5 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Absa Bank
Atlasmara
IZB
NATSAVA Kasama Branch
ZANACO

Golf Courses in Kasama

1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Kasama Golf Course

Airports Near Kasama

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Kasama AirportKAASmall Airport
Rosa Airport-Small Airport

Post Offices in Kasama

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Kasama Post Office

Churches & Religious Organizations in Kasama

6 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Mutale Catholic Church
New Covenant Mutale
Newtown Jehovah's Witness
Pentecostal Asemblies Of God-Kasama
st Micheal catholic church
st Paul

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Waterfalls
5
Natural waterfalls documented by USGS and OpenStreetMap contributors
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Quick Facts

Timezone
Africa/Lusaka
Elevation
1,400 m (4,593 ft)

Around Kasama

Places within 5 km radius - OpenStreetMap data

Schools 7
Hospitals 2
Pharmacies 1
Restaurants 4
Supermarkets 1
Banks 3
Libraries 1
Parks 2

Things to See Near Kasama

1 places within 15 km

⚱️ Archaeological Sites (1)
  • • Twa Rock Paintings

🇿🇲 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 Kasama

What is the population of Kasama?

Kasama has a population of 179,636 residents and is located in Zambia. The population density is 573 people per square mile, spread across 313.4 square miles.

What is the weather like in Kasama?

Kasama enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F (21°C). Winter temperatures average 69°F in January, while summers reach an average of 64°F in July. The area receives 245 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 50.4 inches.

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