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Lubwe, Zambia
Luapula Province · Zambia
Lubwe is a small city in Luapula Province, Zambia with a population of 12,643. Elevation: 3,868 ft (1,179 m). Average temperature: 70°F (21°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Lubwe
Lubwe ist eine Kleinstadt mit 12.643 Einwohnern (2022) in der Provinz Luapula in Sambia. Sie ist Sitz der Verwaltung des Distriktes Chifunabuli.
People
Climate
| Population | 12,643 |
| Population Density | 10 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 3,868 ft (1,179 m) |
| Coordinates | -11.1165°, 29.6462° |
| Timezone | Africa/Lusaka |
| Country | 🇿🇲 Zambia |
| State / Province | Luapula Province |
| Average Temperature | 70°F (21°C) |
| January Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| July Average | 64°F (18°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 53.4 inches (1,357 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Lubwe
Lubwe is a small city in Zambia (Luapula Province) with a population of 12,643. The city sits at an elevation of 3,868 feet (1,179 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 70°F (21°C). Temperatures range from 70°F in January to 64°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 53.4 inches. The timezone is Africa/Lusaka.
Climate in Lubwe
Lubwe has an average annual temperature of 21.1°C (70°F). The hottest month is Oct (25.6°C), the coldest is Jun (16.7°C). Average annual precipitation is 1352 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 69.7°F |
| 29% above Zambia avg | |
| January Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| July Average | 64°F (18°C) |
| Sunny Days | 239 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 3,868 ft (1,179 m) |
| Area | 1,266.3 sq mi (3,279.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 10/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -11.1165°N, 29.6462°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Lusaka |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 70°F (21°C) | 11.0 in | |
| February | 70°F (21°C) | 10.4 in | |
| March | 71°F (22°C) | 10.1 in | |
| April | 70°F (21°C) | 3.2 in | |
| May | 68°F (20°C) | 0.4 in | |
| June | 64°F (18°C) | 0.0 in | Coldest, Driest |
| July | 64°F (18°C) | 0.0 in | |
| August | 68°F (20°C) | 0.0 in | |
| September | 72°F (22°C) | 0.1 in | |
| October | 74°F (23°C) | 1.1 in | Warmest |
| November | 73°F (23°C) | 5.9 in | |
| December | 71°F (22°C) | 11.2 in | Wettest |
Lubwe has a seasonal temperature swing of 10°F / from 64°F in June to 74°F in October. Total annual precipitation is 53.4 inches, with December being the wettest month (11.2") and June the driest (0.0").
Clinics in Lubwe
4 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Lubwe
4 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| East One Airport | - | Small Airport |
| East Six Airport | - | Small Airport |
| East Two Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Samfya Airport | - | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Frequently Asked Questions About Lubwe
What is the population of Lubwe?
Lubwe has a population of 12,643 residents and is located in Zambia. The population density is 10 people per square mile, spread across 1,266.3 square miles.
What is the weather like in Lubwe?
Lubwe enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winter temperatures average 70°F in January, while summers reach an average of 64°F in July. The area receives 239 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 53.4 inches.