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Lundazi, Zambia

Eastern Province · Zambia

Lundazi is a mid-size city in Eastern Province, Zambia with a population of 45,149. Elevation: 3,750 ft (1,143 m). Average temperature: 69°F (21°C).

45,149 Population 55/sq mi density
3,750 ft Elevation 1,143 meters
69°F Avg Temperature 21°C
34.1 in Annual Rain
Africa / Lusaka Timezone

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About Lundazi

Lundazi

Lundazi is a town in the Eastern Province of Zambia, lying near the border with Malawi, around 116 mi (187 km) north of Chipata. Lundazi is known as a "Boma" or administrative centre. It was a former colonial headquarters. Lundazi is the seat for Lundazi District. It is perched high above the eastern side of the Luangwa Valley, and close to a quiet border crossing to Malawi.

People

Population45,149
Density55/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp69°F (21°C)
Rain34.1 in/yr
Sunny Days274/yr
Elevation3,750 ft (1,143 m)
Population45,149
Population Density55 / sq mi
Elevation3,750 ft (1,143 m)
Coordinates-12.2929°, 33.1782°
TimezoneAfrica/Lusaka
Country🇿🇲 Zambia
State / ProvinceEastern Province
Average Temperature69°F (21°C)
January Average71°F (22°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)
Annual Precipitation34.1 inches (865 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Lundazi

Lundazi is a mid-size city in Zambia (Eastern Province) with a population of 45,149. The city sits at an elevation of 3,750 feet (1,143 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 69°F (21°C). Temperatures range from 71°F in January to 61°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 34.1 inches. The timezone is Africa/Lusaka.

Climate in Lundazi

Lundazi has an average annual temperature of 20.7°C (69°F). The hottest month is Nov (25.5°C), the coldest is Jun (16°C). Average annual precipitation is 1440 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 21.4°C / 70°F 16.7° / 28.1° 429.3
Feb 21.6°C / 71°F 16.5° / 27.9° 319.7
Mar 21.2°C / 70°F 15.6° / 27.5° 330.5
Apr 20.2°C / 68°F 13.1° / 27° 64.8
May 17.7°C / 64°F 9.8° / 26° 5.6
Jun 16°C / 61°F 8.2° / 24.9° 3.5
Jul 16.1°C / 61°F 8.2° / 26.1° 1.3
Aug 18.7°C / 66°F 9.5° / 30.6° 2.1
Sep 21.6°C / 71°F 11.8° / 33.6° 0.4
Oct 24.5°C / 76°F 15.7° / 35.8° 17.0
Nov 25.5°C / 78°F 17.7° / 35.6° 61.3
Dec 23.6°C / 75°F 17.4° / 33.4° 204.9
Lundazi enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F (21°C). Winters average 71°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 274 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 34.1 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 3,750 feet.

Temperature

71°F Jan (22°C) 61°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average69.0°F
28% above Zambia avg
January Average71°F (22°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)
Sunny Days274 days/yr

Geography

Elevation3,750 ft (1,143 m)
Area826.2 sq mi (2,139.9 km²)
Population Density55/sq mi
Coordinates-12.2929°N, 33.1782°W
TimezoneAfrica/Lusaka

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 34.1"
10% below Zambia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jan) 8.54"
Driest Month (Sep) 0.04"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

9 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.7. Most recent: M4.2 on Mar 11, 2020.

May 30, 1991 57 km W of Chama, Zambia M4.7 135 km
Apr 23, 2018 54 km N of Nkhotakota, Malawi M4.7 131 km
Dec 16, 2001 30 km SSW of Lundazi, Zambia M4.6 31 km
Apr 7, 2018 45 km WNW of Chama, Zambia M4.3 143 km
Sep 7, 1996 57 km S of Chama, Zambia M4.3 64 km
Mar 11, 2020 39 km E of Mzimba, Malawi M4.2 95 km
Sep 3, 1999 36 km ESE of Chama, Zambia M4.1 110 km
Dec 17, 2000 42 km WSW of Nkhotakota, Malawi M3.8 124 km
Apr 27, 1998 43 km NNE of Nkhotakota, Malawi M3.8 146 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 71°F (22°C) 8.5 in Wettest
February 72°F (22°C) 7.5 in
March 71°F (22°C) 5.8 in
April 70°F (21°C) 1.9 in
May 66°F (19°C) 0.3 in
June 62°F (17°C) 0.0 in Driest
July 61°F (16°C) 0.0 in Coldest
August 64°F (18°C) 0.0 in
September 69°F (21°C) 0.0 in
October 74°F (23°C) 0.4 in
November 74°F (24°C) 2.6 in Warmest
December 73°F (23°C) 7.0 in

Lundazi has a seasonal temperature swing of 13°F / from 61°F in July to 74°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 34.1 inches, with January being the wettest month (8.5") and June the driest (0.0").

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Schools in Lundazi

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Lundazi Primary School
Lundazi Day Secondary School
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Radio Stations near Lundazi

0 stations within ~55 km.

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Hotels in Lundazi

1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Lundazi Castle Hotel

Restaurants in Lundazi

2 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Three Brothers Restaurant
TIZA Restaurant

Clinics in Lundazi

8 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Chijemu Health Post
Chiwe Health Post
Kakumba Health Post
Kapichila Rural Health Centre
Lundazi Urban Health Centre
Manyi Health Post
Mchereka Health Post
Phikamalaza Rural Health Centre

Gas Stations in Lundazi

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Puma Filling Station
ZM #6033544338

Banks in Lundazi

3 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Absa Bank
Indo Zambia Bank
Zambia National Commercial Bank(ZANACO)

Shopping Malls in Lundazi

1 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Mulla Store

Airports Near Lundazi

4 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Chifunda AirstripSmall Airport
Kasungu AirportKBQSmall Airport
Lundazi AirportSmall Airport
Mzimba AirportSmall Airport

Post Offices in Lundazi

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Lundazi Post Office

Quick Facts

Timezone
Africa/Lusaka
Elevation
1,143 m (3,750 ft)
Website
lundazicouncil.gov.zm/

🇿🇲 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 Lundazi

What is the population of Lundazi?

Lundazi has a population of 45,149 residents and is located in Zambia. The population density is 55 people per square mile, spread across 826.2 square miles.

What is the weather like in Lundazi?

Lundazi enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F (21°C). Winter temperatures average 71°F in January, while summers reach an average of 61°F in July. The area receives 274 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 34.1 inches.

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