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Mpika, Zambia
Muchinga · Zambia
Mpika is a mid-size city in Muchinga, Zambia with a population of 63,740. Elevation: 4,685 ft (1,428 m). Average temperature: 67°F (19°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Mpika
Mpika is a town in the Muchinga Province of Zambia, lying at the junction of the M1 road to Kasama and Mbala and the Tanzam Highway to Dar es Salaam, Tanzania in the north-east and Lusaka in the south-west. It also has a railway station on the TAZARA Railway about 5 kilometres (3Â mi) west of the town centre. Mpika is situated between the Muchinga Escarpment to the east and vast miombo plains to the west. The town has an estimated population of 40,000 inhabitants (2008), while the district population is 149,063 inhabitants as of the 2022 Zambian census.
People
Climate
| Population | 63,740 |
| Population Density | 7 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 4,685 ft (1,428 m) |
| Coordinates | -11.8343°, 31.4529° |
| Timezone | Africa/Lusaka |
| Country | 🇿🇲 Zambia |
| State / Province | Muchinga |
| Average Temperature | 67°F (19°C) |
| January Average | 67°F (20°C) |
| July Average | 61°F (16°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 40.5 inches (1,028 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Mpika
Mpika is a mid-size city in Zambia (Muchinga) with a population of 63,740. The city sits at an elevation of 4,685 feet (1,428 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 67°F (19°C). Temperatures range from 67°F in January to 61°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 40.5 inches. The timezone is Africa/Lusaka.
Climate in Mpika
Mpika has an average annual temperature of 19.2°C (67°F). The hottest month is Nov (23.6°C), the coldest is Jul (14.4°C). Average annual precipitation is 1487 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 66.5°F |
| 23% above Zambia avg | |
| January Average | 67°F (20°C) |
| July Average | 61°F (16°C) |
| Sunny Days | 263 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 4,685 ft (1,428 m) |
| Area | 8,633.9 sq mi (22,361.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 7/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -11.8343°N, 31.4529°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Lusaka |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 67°F (20°C) | 9.7 in | Wettest |
| February | 67°F (19°C) | 9.0 in | |
| March | 67°F (20°C) | 6.4 in | |
| April | 67°F (19°C) | 1.4 in | |
| May | 64°F (18°C) | 0.2 in | |
| June | 61°F (16°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| July | 61°F (16°C) | 0.0 in | Coldest |
| August | 65°F (18°C) | 0.0 in | |
| September | 69°F (21°C) | 0.1 in | |
| October | 71°F (22°C) | 0.5 in | Warmest |
| November | 70°F (21°C) | 3.8 in | |
| December | 67°F (20°C) | 9.5 in |
Mpika has a seasonal temperature swing of 10°F / from 61°F in July to 71°F in October. Total annual precipitation is 40.5 inches, with January being the wettest month (9.7") and June the driest (0.0").
Colleges & Universities in Mpika
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chichetekelo Collegel Of Arts And Science | College | - | , |
| Chilonga College Of Nursing | College | - | , |
| Happy generation professional college | College | - | , |
| Happy Generation Professional college | College | - | , |
| Michael Chilufya Sata College Of Nursing | College | - | , |
| Tazara Training Center | College | - | , |
| Zambia College of Agriculture | College | - | , |
Schools in Mpika
40 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mbola Primary | - | - | - | - |
| River Side | - | - | - | - |
| Joswit Trust Academy | - | - | - | - |
| Chibanga Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Kings Preschool School | - | - | - | - |
| Kamphamba Day Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| Northwood Academy Preschool | - | - | - | - |
| Mpika Christian Academy | - | - | - | - |
| Chita Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Nesandi Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Divine Grace Academy Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Kambe Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Twiza Pre-school | - | - | - | - |
| Chigalo Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Latterrains Secondary Day Care Centre | - | - | - | - |
| Hilside Christian Academy Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Strivewell Independent Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Kabale Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Northwood Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| Mulambwe Day Secondary | - | - | - | - |
| He Nachi Preschool Academy | - | - | - | - |
| Chitulika Secondary Schoo | - | - | - | - |
| Malambwe Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Northwood Primary Academy | - | - | - | - |
| Chikwanda Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Saint Theresa Convent Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| Latterrains Christian Primary Academy | - | - | - | - |
| Maluba School | - | - | - | - |
| Chibansa Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Malash Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Kamwanya Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Makumbi Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Mukungwa Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Mutabard Collage Of Applindividual Arts And Scien* | - | - | - | - |
| Dehaison Christian Academy | - | - | - | - |
| Mpika Boys Secondary | - | - | - | - |
| Great Rejoice Academy Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Londokeni School | - | - | - | - |
| Mwamfushi Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Cyan Christian Academy Pre-school | - | - | - | - |
Hotels in Mpika
8 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Mpika
1 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Mpika
9 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Mpika
3 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Mpika
5 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Mpika
3 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Mpika Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Nabwalya Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Shiwa n'gandu Airport | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Mpika
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| St Joseph Cathedral |
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Quick Facts
Around Mpika
Places within 5 km radius - OpenStreetMap data
🇿🇲 About Zambia
Frequently Asked Questions About Mpika
What is the population of Mpika?
Mpika has a population of 63,740 residents and is located in Zambia. The population density is 7 people per square mile, spread across 8,633.9 square miles.
What is the weather like in Mpika?
Mpika enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F (19°C). Winter temperatures average 67°F in January, while summers reach an average of 61°F in July. The area receives 263 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 40.5 inches.