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Maamba, Zambia
Southern Province · Zambia
Maamba is a small city in Southern Province, Zambia with a population of 21,676. Elevation: 2,474 ft (754 m). Average temperature: 72°F (22°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Maamba
Maamba is a town located in Sinazongwe District in the Southern Province, Zambia. It is about 35 kilometres south-west of Sinazeze and about 250 km south-west of the capital city of Zambia, Lusaka.
People
Climate
| Population | 21,676 |
| Population Density | 6 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 2,474 ft (754 m) |
| Coordinates | -17.3667°, 27.1500° |
| Timezone | Africa/Lusaka |
| Country | 🇿🇲 Zambia |
| State / Province | Southern Province |
| Average Temperature | 72°F (22°C) |
| January Average | 74°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 29.8 inches (756 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Maamba
Maamba is a small city in Zambia (Southern Province) with a population of 21,676. The city sits at an elevation of 2,474 feet (754 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 29.8 inches. The timezone is Africa/Lusaka.
Climate in Maamba
Maamba has an average annual temperature of 25°C (77°F). The hottest month is Oct (29°C), the coldest is Jul (20.2°C). Average annual precipitation is 0 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 71.8°F |
| 33% above Zambia avg | |
| January Average | 74°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| Sunny Days | 282 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,474 ft (754 m) |
| Area | 3,513.7 sq mi (9,100.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 6/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -17.3667°N, 27.1500°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Lusaka |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 74°F (24°C) | 7.2 in | Wettest |
| February | 74°F (23°C) | 6.9 in | |
| March | 74°F (23°C) | 3.7 in | |
| April | 72°F (22°C) | 1.4 in | |
| May | 67°F (20°C) | 0.2 in | |
| June | 63°F (17°C) | 0.0 in | |
| July | 63°F (17°C) | 0.0 in | Coldest, Driest |
| August | 67°F (20°C) | 0.0 in | |
| September | 75°F (24°C) | 0.0 in | |
| October | 79°F (26°C) | 0.7 in | Warmest |
| November | 79°F (26°C) | 2.7 in | |
| December | 75°F (24°C) | 6.9 in |
Maamba has a seasonal temperature swing of 17°F / from 63°F in July to 79°F in October. Total annual precipitation is 29.8 inches, with January being the wettest month (7.2") and July the driest (0.0").
Schools in Maamba
11 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SIANKONDOBBO | - | - | - | - |
| Mayanda | - | - | - | - |
| Airport | - | - | - | - |
| Maamba Mine | - | - | - | - |
| Maamba | - | - | - | - |
| MAAMBA | - | - | - | - |
| Lubwe | - | - | - | - |
| Namuswa | - | - | - | - |
| Masuku Mine | - | - | - | - |
| Sinankumbi | - | - | - | - |
| Maamba Private School | - | - | - | - |
Stadiums & Teams in Maamba
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Maamba
12 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Binga Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Chizarira Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Deka Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Kalomo Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Lake Kariba Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Lusulu Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Maamba Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Manjolo Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Maunga River Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Mlibizi Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Sijarira Lodge Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Sinazongwe Airport | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Maamba
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Maamba Roman Catholic Church |
Quick Facts
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Frequently Asked Questions About Maamba
What is the population of Maamba?
Maamba has a population of 21,676 residents and is located in Zambia. The population density is 6 people per square mile, spread across 3,513.7 square miles.
What is the weather like in Maamba?
Maamba 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 282 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 29.8 inches.