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Kataba, Zambia

Copperbelt · Zambia

Kataba is a small city in Copperbelt, Zambia with a population of 14,000. Elevation: 3,816 ft (1,163 m). Average temperature: 70°F (21°C).

Data updated June 2026

14,000 Population 11/sq mi density
3,816 ft Elevation 1,163 meters
70°F Avg Temperature 21°C
48.0 in Annual Rain
Africa / Lusaka Timezone

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About Kataba

Kataba

Kataba is a town located in the Western Province of Zambia. Its original name was Kataba Masamba. It is in the Mulobezi District.

People

Population14,000
Density11/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp70°F (21°C)
Rain48.0 in/yr
Sunny Days249/yr
Elevation3,816 ft (1,163 m)
Population14,000
Population Density11 / sq mi
Elevation3,816 ft (1,163 m)
Coordinates-11.8833°, 29.7833°
TimezoneAfrica/Lusaka
Country🇿🇲 Zambia
State / ProvinceCopperbelt
Average Temperature70°F (21°C)
January Average71°F (22°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Annual Precipitation48.0 inches (1,219 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Kataba

Kataba is a small city in Zambia (Copperbelt) with a population of 14,000. The city sits at an elevation of 3,816 feet (1,163 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 70°F (21°C). Temperatures range from 71°F in January to 64°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 48.0 inches. The timezone is Africa/Lusaka.

Climate in Kataba

Kataba has an average annual temperature of 21.2°C (70°F). The hottest month is Oct (25.8°C), the coldest is Jun (16.6°C). Average annual precipitation is 1275 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 21.7°C / 71°F 16.5° / 28.9° 339.6
Feb 21.9°C / 71°F 16.2° / 28.8° 251.4
Mar 21.8°C / 71°F 15° / 28.4° 224.0
Apr 20.7°C / 69°F 12.5° / 28.2° 58.6
May 18.2°C / 65°F 8.4° / 27.5° 1.2
Jun 16.6°C / 62°F 7° / 26.7° 3.7
Jul 16.6°C / 62°F 6.9° / 27.7° 0.4
Aug 19.5°C / 67°F 8.5° / 32.1° 0.2
Sep 22.9°C / 73°F 11° / 35.4° 0.7
Oct 25.8°C / 78°F 14.8° / 37.7° 21.0
Nov 25.3°C / 78°F 17° / 36.7° 133.1
Dec 23.6°C / 75°F 16.6° / 32.2° 241.0
Kataba enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winters average 71°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 249 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 48.0 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 3,816 feet.

Temperature

71°F Jan (22°C) 64°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average69.7°F
29% above Zambia avg
January Average71°F (22°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Sunny Days249 days/yr

Geography

Elevation3,816 ft (1,163 m)
Area1,254.4 sq mi (3,249.0 km²)
Population Density11/sq mi
Coordinates-11.8833°N, 29.7833°W
TimezoneAfrica/Lusaka

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 48.0"
26% above Zambia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jan) 10.91"
Driest Month (Sep) 0.08"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

4 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.8. Most recent: M4.5 on Jun 4, 2018.

Oct 10, 1997 68 km SSW of Mansa, Zambia M4.8 118 km
Jun 4, 2018 10 km W of Samfya, Zambia M4.5 69 km
Jul 24, 2003 63 km WNW of Mpika, Zambia M4.3 131 km
Oct 30, 2003 29 km NE of Samfya, Zambia M3.7 80 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 71°F (22°C) 10.9 in Wettest
February 71°F (22°C) 10.3 in
March 72°F (22°C) 8.0 in
April 71°F (22°C) 2.0 in
May 68°F (20°C) 0.3 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 (23°C) 0.8 in Warmest
November 73°F (23°C) 5.0 in
December 72°F (22°C) 10.7 in

Kataba has a seasonal temperature swing of 11°F / from 64°F in July to 74°F in October. Total annual precipitation is 48.0 inches, with January being the wettest month (10.9") and June the driest (0.0").

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Airports Near Kataba

5 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
East Eight Airport-Small Airport
East One Airport-Small Airport
East Seven Airport-Small Airport
East Six Airport-Small Airport
Samfya Airport-Small Airport

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Quick Facts

Timezone
Africa/Lusaka
Elevation
1,163 m (3,816 ft)

🇿🇲 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
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Frequently Asked Questions About Kataba

What is the population of Kataba?

Kataba has a population of 14,000 residents and is located in Zambia. The population density is 11 people per square mile, spread across 1,254.4 square miles.

What is the weather like in Kataba?

Kataba enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winter temperatures average 71°F in January, while summers reach an average of 64°F in July. The area receives 249 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 48.0 inches.

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