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Manyama, Zambia

North-Western · Zambia

Manyama is a small city in North-Western, Zambia with a population of 28,825. Elevation: 4,659 ft (1,420 m). Average temperature: 66°F (19°C).

28,825 Population 4/sq mi density
4,659 ft Elevation 1,420 meters
66°F Avg Temperature 19°C
48.2 in Annual Rain
Africa / Lusaka Timezone

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People

Population28,825
Density4/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp66°F (19°C)
Rain48.2 in/yr
Sunny Days248/yr
Elevation4,659 ft (1,420 m)
Population28,825
Population Density4 / sq mi
Elevation4,659 ft (1,420 m)
Coordinates-12.3148°, 25.8486°
TimezoneAfrica/Lusaka
Country🇿🇲 Zambia
State / ProvinceNorth-Western
Average Temperature66°F (19°C)
January Average68°F (20°C)
July Average59°F (15°C)
Annual Precipitation48.2 inches (1,225 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Manyama

Manyama is a small city in Zambia (North-Western) with a population of 28,825. The city sits at an elevation of 4,659 feet (1,420 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 66°F (19°C). Temperatures range from 68°F in January to 59°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 48.2 inches. The timezone is Africa/Lusaka.

Climate in Manyama

Manyama has an average annual temperature of 21.3°C (70°F). The hottest month is Oct (26.4°C), the coldest is Jun (16.7°C). Average annual precipitation is 1363 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 21.4°C / 71°F 16.1° / 28.3° 277.0
Feb 21.9°C / 71°F 16.2° / 29.5° 255.4
Mar 21.6°C / 71°F 15.5° / 28.6° 280.3
Apr 20.5°C / 69°F 12.5° / 27.7° 87.0
May 18.3°C / 65°F 8.3° / 27.2° 6.8
Jun 16.7°C / 62°F 7.3° / 27.2° 1.0
Jul 17°C / 63°F 7° / 28.6° 0.3
Aug 20.3°C / 68°F 9° / 33.5° 0.2
Sep 24.3°C / 76°F 11.9° / 36.7° 3.3
Oct 26.4°C / 80°F 15.9° / 38.1° 36.8
Nov 23.9°C / 75°F 17.1° / 36.2° 181.6
Dec 22.7°C / 73°F 16.2° / 32° 233.9
Manyama enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winters average 68°F in January while summers reach 59°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 248 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 48.2 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 4,659 feet.

Temperature

68°F Jan (20°C) 59°F Jul (15°C)
Annual Average66.2°F
23% above Zambia avg
January Average68°F (20°C)
July Average59°F (15°C)
Sunny Days248 days/yr

Geography

Elevation4,659 ft (1,420 m)
Area6,553.7 sq mi (16,974.1 km²)
Population Density4/sq mi
Coordinates-12.3148°N, 25.8486°W
TimezoneAfrica/Lusaka

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 48.2"
27% above Zambia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Dec) 9.69"
Driest Month (Jun) 0.04"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

15 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.2. Most recent: M4.2 on May 4, 2025.

Mar 5, 2002 36 km E of Mwinilunga, Zambia M5.2 132 km
Jun 9, 1996 56 km SW of Solwezi, Zambia M5.0 41 km
May 12, 2004 72 km SSW of Solwezi, Zambia M4.7 50 km
May 12, 2004 73 km SW of Solwezi, Zambia M4.7 48 km
May 8, 2023 82 km SSE of Mwinilunga, Zambia M4.7 129 km
Apr 12, 1998 101 km WSW of Solwezi, Zambia M4.7 40 km
Mar 11, 2022 91 km SE of Mwinilunga, Zambia M4.7 82 km
Jul 14, 2014 75 km NE of Kasempa, Zambia M4.4 101 km
Jan 20, 2021 57 km N of Kasempa, Zambia M4.4 69 km
May 12, 2004 57 km S of Solwezi, Zambia M4.4 66 km
May 11, 2023 90 km SSE of Mwinilunga, Zambia M4.4 122 km
Jun 18, 2003 71 km SE of Mwinilunga, Zambia M4.4 107 km
May 4, 2025 63 km S of Likasi, Democratic Republic of the Congo M4.2 124 km
Jun 8, 2014 62 km W of Solwezi, Zambia M4.1 5 km
Feb 24, 2000 102 km NNE of Kalengwa, Zambia M3.9 70 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 68°F (20°C) 9.5 in
February 68°F (20°C) 8.2 in
March 68°F (20°C) 8.2 in
April 67°F (20°C) 2.7 in
May 63°F (17°C) 0.4 in
June 59°F (15°C) 0.0 in Coldest
July 59°F (15°C) 0.0 in Driest
August 64°F (18°C) 0.0 in
September 69°F (21°C) 0.4 in
October 71°F (22°C) 2.6 in Warmest
November 69°F (21°C) 6.6 in
December 68°F (20°C) 9.7 in Wettest

Manyama has a seasonal temperature swing of 12°F / from 59°F in June to 71°F in October. Total annual precipitation is 48.2 inches, with December being the wettest month (9.7") and July the driest (0.0").

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Schools in Manyama

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Primary School A
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Clinics in Manyama

2 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Clinic A
Kalumbila District Health Office

Shopping Malls in Manyama

1 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Washi Washi Mini Markt

Airports Near Manyama

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Kalumbila AirportUMBMedium Airport
Solwesi AirportSLISmall Airport
West Seven AirportSmall Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
Africa/Lusaka

🇿🇲 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 Manyama

What is the population of Manyama?

Manyama has a population of 28,825 residents and is located in Zambia. The population density is 4 people per square mile, spread across 6,553.7 square miles.

What is the weather like in Manyama?

Manyama enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winter temperatures average 68°F in January, while summers reach an average of 59°F in July. The area receives 248 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 48.2 inches.

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