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Mungwi, Zambia

Northern Province · Zambia

Mungwi is a small city in Northern Province, Zambia with a population of 12,536. Elevation: 4,534 ft (1,382 m). Average temperature: 69°F (21°C).

Data updated June 2026

12,536 Population 3/sq mi density
4,534 ft Elevation 1,382 meters
69°F Avg Temperature 21°C
49.2 in Annual Rain
Africa / Lusaka Timezone

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About Mungwi

Mungwi

Mungwi District is a district of Zambia, located in Northern Province. The capital lies at Mungwi. As of the 2022 Zambian Census, the district had a population of 205,096 people.

People

Population12,536
Density3/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp69°F (21°C)
Rain49.2 in/yr
Sunny Days247/yr
Elevation4,534 ft (1,382 m)
Population12,536
Population Density3 / sq mi
Elevation4,534 ft (1,382 m)
Coordinates-10.1732°, 31.3694°
TimezoneAfrica/Lusaka
Country🇿🇲 Zambia
State / ProvinceNorthern Province
Average Temperature69°F (21°C)
January Average69°F (21°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Annual Precipitation49.2 inches (1,250 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Mungwi

Mungwi is a small city in Zambia (Northern Province) with a population of 12,536. The city sits at an elevation of 4,534 feet (1,382 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 69°F (21°C). Temperatures range from 69°F in January to 64°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 49.2 inches. The timezone is Africa/Lusaka.

Climate in Mungwi

Mungwi has an average annual temperature of 0°C (32°F). The hottest month is Jan (0°C), the coldest is Jan (0°C). Average annual precipitation is 1243 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 0°C / 32°F - / - 275.5
Feb 0°C / 32°F - / - 240.1
Mar 0°C / 32°F - / - 255.2
Apr 0°C / 32°F - / - 92.3
May 0°C / 32°F - / - 7.1
Jun 0°C / 32°F - / - 0.0
Jul 0°C / 32°F - / - 0.0
Aug 0°C / 32°F - / - 0.4
Sep 0°C / 32°F - / - 3.8
Oct 0°C / 32°F - / - 37.2
Nov 0°C / 32°F - / - 101.2
Dec 0°C / 32°F - / - 229.8
Mungwi enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F (21°C). Winters average 69°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 247 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 49.2 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 4,534 feet.

Temperature

69°F Jan (21°C) 64°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average69.0°F
28% above Zambia avg
January Average69°F (21°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Sunny Days247 days/yr

Geography

Elevation4,534 ft (1,382 m)
Area4,412.2 sq mi (11,427.5 km²)
Population Density3/sq mi
Coordinates-10.1732°N, 31.3694°W
TimezoneAfrica/Lusaka

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 49.2"
30% above Zambia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jan) 10.47"
Driest Month (Sep) 0.12"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

4 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.6. Most recent: M4.4 on Jan 21, 2021.

Jun 12, 1997 55 km NNE of Mungwi, Zambia M4.6 56 km
Jan 21, 2021 6 km SSE of Mbala, Zambia M4.4 142 km
Apr 15, 2020 33 km SE of Mungwi, Zambia M4.4 34 km
Nov 1, 2013 7 km W of Mbala, Zambia M4.1 148 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 69°F (21°C) 10.5 in Wettest
February 69°F (21°C) 9.6 in
March 70°F (21°C) 9.5 in
April 69°F (21°C) 3.2 in
May 67°F (19°C) 0.3 in
June 64°F (18°C) 0.0 in Driest
July 64°F (18°C) 0.0 in Coldest
August 67°F (19°C) 0.0 in
September 72°F (22°C) 0.1 in
October 75°F (24°C) 0.9 in Warmest
November 73°F (23°C) 5.2 in
December 70°F (21°C) 10.0 in

Mungwi has a seasonal temperature swing of 11°F / from 64°F in July to 75°F in October. Total annual precipitation is 49.2 inches, with January being the wettest month (10.5") and June the driest (0.0").

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Libraries in Mungwi

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Kasama boys0.0

Farmers Markets in Mungwi

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Chikumanino Market
Newtown Market

Train Stations in Mungwi

1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Nseluka

Airports Near Mungwi

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Chinsali Airport-Small Airport
Kasama AirportKAASmall Airport
Rosa Airport-Small Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
Africa/Lusaka
Elevation
1,382 m (4,534 ft)

🇿🇲 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 Mungwi

What is the population of Mungwi?

Mungwi has a population of 12,536 residents and is located in Zambia. The population density is 3 people per square mile, spread across 4,412.2 square miles.

What is the weather like in Mungwi?

Mungwi enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F (21°C). Winter temperatures average 69°F in January, while summers reach an average of 64°F in July. The area receives 247 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 49.2 inches.

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