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Mpongwe, Zambia
Copperbelt · Zambia
Mpongwe is a small city in Copperbelt, Zambia with a population of 25,388. Elevation: 3,921 ft (1,195 m). Average temperature: 69°F (20°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Mpongwe
Mpelembe, auch Mpongwe, ist eine Stadt mit 25.388 Einwohnern (2022) in der Provinz Copperbelt in Sambia. Sie liegt an der Straße über Masaiti 70 Kilometer südlich von Luanshya und 90 Kilometer von Ndola auf etwa 1220 Meter über dem Meeresspiegel. Sie ist Sitz der Verwaltung des Distrikts Mpongwe.
People
Climate
| Population | 25,388 |
| Population Density | 6 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 3,921 ft (1,195 m) |
| Coordinates | -13.5091°, 28.1550° |
| Timezone | Africa/Lusaka |
| Country | 🇿🇲 Zambia |
| State / Province | Copperbelt |
| Average Temperature | 69°F (20°C) |
| January Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| July Average | 61°F (16°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 43.8 inches (1,112 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Mpongwe
Mpongwe is a small city in Zambia (Copperbelt) with a population of 25,388. The city sits at an elevation of 3,921 feet (1,195 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 69°F (20°C). Temperatures range from 70°F in January to 61°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 43.8 inches. The timezone is Africa/Lusaka.
Climate in Mpongwe
Mpongwe has an average annual temperature of 21.4°C (71°F). The hottest month is Oct (26.4°C), the coldest is Jun (16.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 1097 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 68.5°F |
| 27% above Zambia avg | |
| January Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| July Average | 61°F (16°C) |
| Sunny Days | 257 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 3,921 ft (1,195 m) |
| Area | 4,008.0 sq mi (10,380.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 6/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -13.5091°N, 28.1550°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Lusaka |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 70°F (21°C) | 10.3 in | Wettest |
| February | 70°F (21°C) | 8.4 in | |
| March | 70°F (21°C) | 6.3 in | |
| April | 69°F (21°C) | 1.8 in | |
| May | 65°F (18°C) | 0.2 in | |
| June | 61°F (16°C) | 0.0 in | Coldest, Driest |
| July | 61°F (16°C) | 0.0 in | |
| August | 65°F (19°C) | 0.0 in | |
| September | 72°F (22°C) | 0.1 in | |
| October | 75°F (24°C) | 1.3 in | Warmest |
| November | 73°F (23°C) | 5.1 in | |
| December | 71°F (22°C) | 10.2 in |
Mpongwe has a seasonal temperature swing of 14°F / from 61°F in June to 75°F in October. Total annual precipitation is 43.8 inches, with January being the wettest month (10.3") and June the driest (0.0").
Schools in Mpongwe
2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mpongwe Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Mpongwe Day Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
Clinics in Mpongwe
5 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Mpongwe
8 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Simon Mwansa Kapwepwe International Airport | NLA | Large Airport |
| Peter Zuze Air Force Base | - | Medium Airport |
| Southdowns Airport | KIW | Medium Airport |
| Cedrics Farm Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Luanshya Zambia Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Mpongwe Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Siame Gardens Airport | - | Small Airport |
| West Two Airport | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Mpongwe
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Mpongwe Baptist Mission |
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What is the population of Mpongwe?
Mpongwe has a population of 25,388 residents and is located in Zambia. The population density is 6 people per square mile, spread across 4,008.0 square miles.
What is the weather like in Mpongwe?
Mpongwe enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F (20°C). Winter temperatures average 70°F in January, while summers reach an average of 61°F in July. The area receives 257 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 43.8 inches.