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Limulunga, Zambia

Western Province · Zambia

Limulunga is a small city in Western Province, Zambia with a population of 10,684. Elevation: 3,356 ft (1,023 m). Average temperature: 72°F (22°C).

10,684 Population 5/sq mi density
3,356 ft Elevation 1,023 meters
72°F Avg Temperature 22°C
36.3 in Annual Rain
Africa / Lusaka Timezone

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About Limulunga

Limulunga

Limulunga is one of the two compounds of the Litunga, king of the Lozi people of western Zambia. It lies on high ground at the edge of the Barotse Floodplain of the Zambezi river, about 15 km north of the town of Mongu and 21 km east of the main channel of the river. The Litunga's other compound at Lealui is used during the dry season, with Limulunga being used during the rainy season. The annual move between the two compounds is celebrated in the Kuomboka festival.

People

Population10,684
Density5/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp72°F (22°C)
Rain36.3 in/yr
Sunny Days270/yr
Elevation3,356 ft (1,023 m)
Population10,684
Population Density5 / sq mi
Elevation3,356 ft (1,023 m)
Coordinates-15.0969°, 23.1376°
TimezoneAfrica/Lusaka
Country🇿🇲 Zambia
State / ProvinceWestern Province
Average Temperature72°F (22°C)
January Average74°F (24°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Annual Precipitation36.3 inches (923 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Limulunga

Limulunga is a small city in Zambia (Western Province) with a population of 10,684. The city sits at an elevation of 3,356 feet (1,023 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 72°F (22°C). Temperatures range from 74°F in January to 63°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 36.3 inches. The timezone is Africa/Lusaka.

Climate in Limulunga

Limulunga 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 924 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 0°C / 32°F — / — 226.7
Feb 0°C / 32°F — / — 208.2
Mar 0°C / 32°F — / — 142.6
Apr 0°C / 32°F — / — 40.5
May 0°C / 32°F — / — 2.8
Jun 0°C / 32°F — / — 0.0
Jul 0°C / 32°F — / — 0.0
Aug 0°C / 32°F — / — 0.0
Sep 0°C / 32°F — / — 4.3
Oct 0°C / 32°F — / — 29.0
Nov 0°C / 32°F — / — 94.7
Dec 0°C / 32°F — / — 175.5
Limulunga has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 72°F (22°C). Winters average 74°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 270 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 36.3 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 3,356 feet.

Temperature

74°F Jan (24°C) 63°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average72.0°F
33% above Zambia avg
January Average74°F (24°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Sunny Days270 days/yr

Geography

Elevation3,356 ft (1,023 m)
Area1,947.9 sq mi (5,045.1 km²)
Population Density5/sq mi
Coordinates-15.0969°N, 23.1376°W
TimezoneAfrica/Lusaka

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 36.3"
4% below Zambia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jan) 8.03"
Driest Month (Aug) 0.04"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1 earthquake (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.6. Most recent: M4.6 on Apr 21, 2014.

Apr 21, 2014 50 km SSE of Zambezi, Zambia M4.6 132 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 74°F (24°C) 8.0 in Wettest
February 74°F (23°C) 7.5 in
March 74°F (23°C) 5.9 in
April 73°F (23°C) 1.7 in
May 68°F (20°C) 0.2 in
June 64°F (18°C) 0.0 in Driest
July 63°F (17°C) 0.0 in Coldest
August 69°F (21°C) 0.0 in
September 75°F (24°C) 0.2 in
October 78°F (26°C) 1.1 in Warmest
November 77°F (25°C) 4.1 in
December 75°F (24°C) 7.7 in

Limulunga has a seasonal temperature swing of 15°F / from 63°F in July to 78°F in October. Total annual precipitation is 36.3 inches, with January being the wettest month (8.0") and June the driest (0.0").

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Schools in Limulunga

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Limulunga Primary School
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Libraries in Limulunga

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Limulunga

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Lokal Market

Hotels in Limulunga

2 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Ikithe Luxury Resort
St. Lawrence Lodge

Restaurants in Limulunga

1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Ikithe Luxury Resort

Clinics in Limulunga

1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Limulunga Clinic

Breweries in Limulunga

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Zambrew Depot & Outlet

Stadiums & Teams in Limulunga

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Limulunga

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Mongu AirportMNRMedium Airport
Kalabo AirportKLBSmall Airport
Lukulu AirportLXUSmall Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
Africa/Lusaka
Elevation
1,023 m (3,356 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
Driving side left

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Frequently Asked Questions About Limulunga

What is the population of Limulunga?

Limulunga has a population of 10,684 residents and is located in Zambia. The population density is 5 people per square mile, spread across 1,947.9 square miles.

What is the weather like in Limulunga?

Limulunga has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 72°F (22°C). Winter temperatures average 74°F in January, while summers reach an average of 63°F in July. The area receives 270 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 36.3 inches.

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