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Luwingu, Zambia
Northern Province · Zambia
Luwingu is a small city in Northern Province, Zambia with a population of 28,436. Elevation: 4,531 ft (1,381 m). Average temperature: 69°F (20°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Luwingu
Luwingu District is a district of Zambia, located in Northern Province. The capital lies at Luwingu. As of the 2022 Zambian Census, the district had a population of 101,142 people. It is one of the oldest districts of the Northern Province, being founded in 1906.
People
Climate
| Population | 28,436 |
| Population Density | 10 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 4,531 ft (1,381 m) |
| Coordinates | -10.2621°, 29.9271° |
| Timezone | Africa/Lusaka |
| Country | 🇿🇲 Zambia |
| State / Province | Northern Province |
| Average Temperature | 69°F (20°C) |
| January Average | 69°F (21°C) |
| July Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 54.5 inches (1,384 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Luwingu
Luwingu is a small city in Zambia (Northern Province) with a population of 28,436. The city sits at an elevation of 4,531 feet (1,381 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 69°F (20°C). Temperatures range from 69°F in January to 63°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 54.5 inches. The timezone is Africa/Lusaka.
Climate in Luwingu
Luwingu has an average annual temperature of 21.4°C (71°F). The hottest month is Oct (25.7°C), the coldest is Jul (17.5°C). Average annual precipitation is 1354 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 68.8°F |
| 27% above Zambia avg | |
| January Average | 69°F (21°C) |
| July Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| Sunny Days | 237 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 4,531 ft (1,381 m) |
| Area | 2,848.1 sq mi (7,376.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 10/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -10.2621°N, 29.9271°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Lusaka |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 69°F (21°C) | 9.9 in | |
| February | 69°F (21°C) | 8.8 in | |
| March | 70°F (21°C) | 10.2 in | |
| April | 70°F (21°C) | 4.5 in | |
| May | 67°F (20°C) | 0.5 in | |
| June | 64°F (18°C) | 0.1 in | |
| July | 63°F (17°C) | 0.0 in | Coldest |
| August | 67°F (19°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| September | 72°F (22°C) | 0.2 in | |
| October | 74°F (23°C) | 1.8 in | Warmest |
| November | 72°F (22°C) | 7.2 in | |
| December | 70°F (21°C) | 11.2 in | Wettest |
Luwingu has a seasonal temperature swing of 10°F / from 63°F in July to 74°F in October. Total annual precipitation is 54.5 inches, with December being the wettest month (11.2") and August the driest (0.0").
Schools in Luwingu
2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Luwingu High School | - | - | - | - |
| Lobati School | - | - | - | - |
Airports Near Luwingu
1 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Luwingu Airport | - | Small Airport |
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What is the population of Luwingu?
Luwingu has a population of 28,436 residents and is located in Zambia. The population density is 10 people per square mile, spread across 2,848.1 square miles.
What is the weather like in Luwingu?
Luwingu enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F (20°C). Winter temperatures average 69°F in January, while summers reach an average of 63°F in July. The area receives 237 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 54.5 inches.