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Livingstone, Zambia
Southern Province · Zambia
Livingstone is a large city in Southern Province, Zambia with a population of 178,361. Elevation: 3,179 ft (969 m). Average temperature: 73°F (23°C).
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About Livingstone
Livingstone is a city in Southern Province, Zambia. Lying 10 km (6 mi) to the north of the Zambezi River, it is a tourist attraction due to its proximity to the Victoria Falls and its road and rail connections to Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe, the resort town on the opposite side of the falls. A historic British colonial city, its present population was enumerated at 177,393 inhabitants at the 2022 census. It is named after David Livingstone, the Scottish explorer and missionary who was the first European to explore the area. From 1911 until 1935, it served as the first capital of Northern Rhodesia. From 1907 to 2011, when replaced by Choma, Livingstone was the capital of Zambia's Southern Province.
People
Climate
| Population | 178,361 |
| Population Density | 588 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 3,179 ft (969 m) |
| Coordinates | -17.8419°, 25.8543° |
| Timezone | Africa/Lusaka |
| Country | 🇿🇲 Zambia |
| State / Province | Southern Province |
| Average Temperature | 73°F (23°C) |
| January Average | 76°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 62°F (17°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 25.0 inches (636 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Livingstone
Livingstone is a large city in Zambia (Southern Province) with a population of 178,361. The city sits at an elevation of 3,179 feet (969 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 73°F (23°C). Temperatures range from 76°F in January to 62°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 25.0 inches. The timezone is Africa/Lusaka.
Climate in Livingstone
Livingstone has an average annual temperature of 23°C (73°F). The hottest month is Oct (26.9°C), the coldest is Jul (17°C). Average annual precipitation is 603 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 72.6°F |
| 34% above Zambia avg | |
| January Average | 76°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 62°F (17°C) |
| Sunny Days | 291 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 3,179 ft (969 m) |
| Area | 303.1 sq mi (785.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 588/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -17.8419°N, 25.8543°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Lusaka |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 76°F (24°C) | 6.4 in | Wettest |
| February | 75°F (24°C) | 5.3 in | |
| March | 75°F (24°C) | 3.0 in | |
| April | 73°F (23°C) | 0.8 in | |
| May | 68°F (20°C) | 0.2 in | |
| June | 62°F (17°C) | 0.0 in | Coldest, Driest |
| July | 62°F (17°C) | 0.0 in | |
| August | 68°F (20°C) | 0.0 in | |
| September | 76°F (24°C) | 0.1 in | |
| October | 81°F (27°C) | 0.7 in | Warmest |
| November | 80°F (27°C) | 2.7 in | |
| December | 77°F (25°C) | 5.9 in |
Livingstone has a seasonal temperature swing of 19°F / from 62°F in June to 81°F in October. Total annual precipitation is 25.1 inches, with January being the wettest month (6.4") and June the driest (0.0").
Colleges & Universities in Livingstone
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Livingstone Institute of Business and Engineering Studies | College | — | Visit → |
| Mosi-oa-Tunya College of Education | College | — | — |
| Victoria Falls University of Technology | University | — | — |
Schools in Livingstone
30 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Namatama Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Linda West School | — | — | — | — |
| Livingstone Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Terry Schwartz Secondary School | — | — | — | — |
| Hillcrest Technical School | — | — | — | — |
| Light of Hope Community School | — | — | — | — |
| St. Mary's Secondary School | — | — | — | — |
| Youth Community Training Centre | — | — | — | — |
| Maramba Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Libuyu Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Vision Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| St. Peter’s Secondary School | — | — | — | — |
| Mujala School | — | — | — | — |
| Mukamusaba Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Mulwani Secondary School | — | — | — | — |
| Holy Cross Convent Junior School | — | — | — | — |
| Dambwa Basic School | — | — | — | — |
| David Livingstone Secondary School | — | — | — | — |
| Nalituwe Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Libala Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| St. Raphaels Secondary School | — | — | — | — |
| Shungu Namutitima Secondary School | — | — | — | — |
| Christ the King School | — | — | — | — |
| Syanalumba Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Linda High School | — | — | — | — |
| Linda East School | — | — | — | — |
| Nansanzu School | — | — | — | — |
| Zambezei School | — | — | — | — |
| Maria Asumpta | — | — | — | — |
| Palm Grove | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Livingstone
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Star FM 89.7 (ZW) | — | AAC |
Museums in Livingstone
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Excavation Museum | ||||
| Field Museum | ||||
| Livingstone Railway Museum | ||||
| Steam Loco | ||||
| The Livingstone Museum | ||||
| Victoria Falls Bridge Visitor Centre |
Farmers Markets in Livingstone
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Batoka Market | |||||
| City Market | |||||
| Dambwa Market | |||||
| Dambwa North Market | |||||
| Highlands Market | |||||
| Libuyu Market | |||||
| Maramba Market | |||||
| Mbita Market | |||||
| Mukuni Curio Market | |||||
| Vegetable Market |
Hotels in Livingstone
33 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Livingstone
28 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Livingstone
4 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Livingstone
3 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Zoos in Livingstone
1 zoos within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Livingstone
4 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Livingstone
1 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Livingstone
3 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Livingstone
3 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Livingstone
7 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Livingstone
5 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Livingstone
1 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Livingstone
1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Livingstone
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Livingstone
18 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Harry Mwanga Nkumbula International Airport | LVI | Large Airport |
| Kasane International Airport | BBK | Large Airport |
| Victoria Falls International Airport | VFA | Large Airport |
| Baobab Plains Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Batoka Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Batoka Gorge North Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Batoka Gorge South Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Chandia Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Chawato Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Hwange (Town) Airport | WKI | Small Airport |
| Kazungula Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Maramba River Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Matetsi Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Matetsi East Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Namibia East Air Base | — | Small Airport |
| Pandamatenga Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Simonga Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Sinamatella Camp Airport | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Livingstone
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Zampost |
UNESCO World Heritage Sites Near Livingstone
2 UNESCO sites.
| Site | Category | Year |
|---|---|---|
| Mosi-oa-Tunya / Victoria Falls | ||
| Victoria Falls |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Livingstone
24 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Hillcrest SDA Church | |
| Hindu Hall | |
| NAC Mosi-o-Tunya Central Congregation | |
| NAC Nakatindi Congregation | |
| NAC: Airport Congregation | |
| NAC: Dambwa Central | |
| NAC: Dambwa-North | |
| NAC: Falls View Congregation | |
| NAC: Game View Congregation | |
| NAC: Golf View Congregation | |
| NAC: Highlands Congregation | |
| NAC: Hillcrest Congregation | |
| NAC: Libuyu Congregation | |
| NAC: Linda Congregation | |
| NAC: Maramba Congretation | |
| NAC: Mulala Congregation | |
| NAC: Mundi Congregation | |
| NAC: Pioneer Congregation | |
| NAC: Zanbesi Sawmills Congregation | |
| Namatama Congregation |
Quick Facts
Around Livingstone
Places within 5 km radius — OpenStreetMap data
Things to See Near Livingstone
28 places within 15 km
- • National Art Gallery
- • 1
- • 10
- • 11
- • 12 Livingstone Island
- • 13 Horse Shoe Falls
- + 20 more
- • Livingstone Crocodile Park
- • The Snake Pit
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UNESCO World Heritage Sites Near Livingstone
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Livingstone
What is the population of Livingstone?
Livingstone has a population of 178,361 residents and is located in Zambia. The population density is 588 people per square mile, spread across 303.1 square miles.
What is the weather like in Livingstone?
Livingstone has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winter temperatures average 76°F in January, while summers reach an average of 62°F in July. The area receives 291 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 25.0 inches.