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Mazabuka, Zambia

Southern Province · Zambia

Mazabuka is a large city in Southern Province, Zambia with a population of 104,412. Elevation: 3,445 ft (1,050 m). Average temperature: 70°F (21°C).

104,412 Population 48/sq mi density
3,445 ft Elevation 1,050 meters
70°F Avg Temperature 21°C
30.2 in Annual Rain
Africa / Lusaka Timezone

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About Mazabuka

Mazabuka

Mazabuka is a town in the Southern Province of Zambia. It is the capital of Mazabuka District, one of the thirteen administrative units in the Southern Province.

People

Population104,412
Density48/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp70°F (21°C)
Rain30.2 in/yr
Sunny Days281/yr
Elevation3,445 ft (1,050 m)
Population104,412
Population Density48 / sq mi
Elevation3,445 ft (1,050 m)
Coordinates-15.8560°, 27.7480°
TimezoneAfrica/Lusaka
Country🇿🇲 Zambia
State / ProvinceSouthern Province
Average Temperature70°F (21°C)
January Average72°F (22°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)
Annual Precipitation30.2 inches (767 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Mazabuka

Mazabuka is a large city in Zambia (Southern Province) with a population of 104,412. The city sits at an elevation of 3,445 feet (1,050 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 70°F (21°C). Temperatures range from 72°F in January to 61°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 30.2 inches. The timezone is Africa/Lusaka.

Climate in Mazabuka

Mazabuka has an average annual temperature of 22.9°C (73°F). The hottest month is Oct (27.7°C), the coldest is Jul (18.1°C). Average annual precipitation is 830 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 22.6°C / 73°F 16.9° / 29.6° 247.3
Feb 23.1°C / 74°F 16.5° / 31.1° 124.1
Mar 23.5°C / 74°F 15.9° / 32.3° 65.3
Apr 22.8°C / 73°F 13.7° / 33.5° 21.1
May 20.9°C / 70°F 10.8° / 32.1° 0.6
Jun 18.6°C / 65°F 9.1° / 30.6° 0.8
Jul 18.1°C / 65°F 7.8° / 30.7° 0.2
Aug 21.2°C / 70°F 10.1° / 35.2° 0.1
Sep 24.7°C / 76°F 12° / 37.9° 0.4
Oct 27.7°C / 82°F 16.1° / 39.9° 6.5
Nov 27°C / 81°F 18.3° / 39.2° 85.6
Dec 25.1°C / 77°F 17.3° / 37° 278.0
Mazabuka enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winters average 72°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 281 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 30.2 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 3,445 feet.

Temperature

72°F Jan (22°C) 61°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average69.7°F
29% above Zambia avg
January Average72°F (22°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)
Sunny Days281 days/yr

Geography

Elevation3,445 ft (1,050 m)
Area2,191.9 sq mi (5,677.1 km²)
Population Density48/sq mi
Coordinates-15.8560°N, 27.7480°W
TimezoneAfrica/Lusaka

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 30.2"
21% below Zambia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jan) 7.83"
Driest Month (Sep) 0.04"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

11 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.8. Most recent: M4.1 on Aug 2, 2022.

Feb 3, 2001 40 km SSW of Siavonga, Zambia M4.8 138 km
Mar 6, 2008 31 km SSE of Mumbwa, Zambia M4.8 92 km
Jan 9, 2016 40 km SE of Kafue, Zambia M4.6 75 km
Feb 3, 2012 40 km NNE of Sinazongwe, Zambia M4.5 121 km
Feb 3, 2007 11 km W of Chirundu, Zimbabwe M4.5 108 km
Nov 30, 1992 31 km WNW of Siavonga, Zambia M4.3 97 km
Aug 2, 2022 39 km SW of Siavonga, Zambia M4.1 127 km
Mar 3, 2014 12 km W of Mumbwa, Zambia M4.1 129 km
Jan 10, 1997 32 km N of Mumbwa, Zambia M4.1 147 km
Nov 2, 2017 12 km NW of Chongwe, Zambia M3.9 112 km
Nov 15, 1992 60 km ESE of Namwala, Zambia M3.3 92 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 72°F (22°C) 7.8 in Wettest
February 72°F (22°C) 6.3 in
March 71°F (22°C) 3.2 in
April 69°F (21°C) 1.0 in
May 65°F (19°C) 0.1 in
June 61°F (16°C) 0.0 in Driest
July 61°F (16°C) 0.0 in Coldest
August 66°F (19°C) 0.0 in
September 74°F (23°C) 0.0 in
October 77°F (25°C) 0.9 in Warmest
November 76°F (24°C) 3.4 in
December 72°F (22°C) 7.5 in

Mazabuka has a seasonal temperature swing of 16°F / from 61°F in July to 77°F in October. Total annual precipitation is 30.2 inches, with January being the wettest month (7.8") and June the driest (0.0").

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Schools in Mazabuka

17 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Kaonga
Ebenezer Schools
PACMA School
Ndeke Basic School
Nakambala Reformatory School
Musikili Primary School
KABANJE
Kaleya East
Kaleya West
St. Edmonds
Kawama
Mazabuka
Namulonga
NDEKE
ST.COLUMBAS
Mazabuka Girls
MAZABUKA SCH FOR CON
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Radio Stations near Mazabuka

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Farmers Markets in Mazabuka

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
nakambala market
Njomona market
Town Centre market

Restaurants in Mazabuka

1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Hungry Lion

Cafes in Mazabuka

1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Coffeeberry

Train Stations in Mazabuka

2 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Magoye
Mazabuka

Bus Stations in Mazabuka

1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Mazabuka main bus station

Gas Stations in Mazabuka

4 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Engen
Oryx Mazabuka
SGC
TotalEnergies Mazabuka

Banks in Mazabuka

4 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Absa Bank
First National Bank (FNB)
Stanbic
ZANACO

Shopping Malls in Mazabuka

2 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Daiphen plazza
Daisphen plazza

Golf Courses in Mazabuka

1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Mazabuka Golf Course

Stadiums & Teams in Mazabuka

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Mazabuka

13 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Kenneth Kaunda International AirportLUNLarge Airport
Lusaka City AirportMedium Airport
Balmoral AirportSmall Airport
Chilongolo AirportSmall Airport
Cisera AirportSmall Airport
Kafue AirportSmall Airport
Kamwe AirportSmall Airport
Kamwe West AirportSmall Airport
Lochinvar AirportSmall Airport
Mazabuka AirportSmall Airport
Monze AirportSmall Airport
Nakambala AirportSmall Airport
Nega Nega AirportSmall Airport

Post Offices in Mazabuka

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Mazabuka Post Office

Churches & Religious Organizations in Mazabuka

8 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
African National Church
Anglican Church
Bible Victory Church
CCAP Church
Free Prophecy Church
New Apostlic Church
Not By Might Church
SDA _ Ndeke

Quick Facts

Timezone
Africa/Lusaka
Elevation
1,050 m (3,445 ft)
Website
mazabukacouncil.gov.zm/#

Around Mazabuka

Places within 5 km radius — OpenStreetMap data

Schools 16
Hospitals 5
Restaurants 2
Supermarkets 1

🇿🇲 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 Mazabuka

What is the population of Mazabuka?

Mazabuka has a population of 104,412 residents and is located in Zambia. The population density is 48 people per square mile, spread across 2,191.9 square miles.

What is the weather like in Mazabuka?

Mazabuka enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winter temperatures average 72°F in January, while summers reach an average of 61°F in July. The area receives 281 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 30.2 inches.

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