Mwense, Zambia
Luapula Province · Zambia
Mwense is a small city in Luapula Province, Zambia with a population of 16,271. Elevation: 3,146 ft (959 m). Average temperature: 71°F (22°C).
Population source: Wikidata (dated census and official estimates), GeoNames. Climate: WorldClim 2.1 normals (1970-2000), NASA POWER. Updated August 2026
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About Mwense
Mwense District is a district of Zambia, located in Luapula Province. The capital lies at Mwense. As of the 2022 Zambian Census, the district had a population of 122,605 people. It consists of two constituencies, namely Mwense and Mambilima.
People
Climate
| Population | 16,271 |
| Population Density | 14 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 3,146 ft (959 m) |
| Coordinates | -10.3845°, 28.6980° |
| Timezone | Africa/Lusaka |
| Country | 🇿🇲 Zambia |
| State / Province | Luapula Province |
| Average Temperature | 71°F (22°C) |
| January Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 65°F (18°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 48.0 inches (1,220 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Mwense
Mwense is a small city in Zambia (Luapula Province) with a population of 16,271. The city sits at an elevation of 3,146 feet (959 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 71°F (22°C). Temperatures range from 72°F in January to 65°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 48.0 inches. The timezone is Africa/Lusaka.
Climate in Mwense
Mwense has an average annual temperature of 22.1°C (72°F). The hottest month is Oct (26.9°C), the coldest is Jun (17.9°C). Average annual precipitation is 1458 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 71.0°F |
| 31% above Zambia avg | |
| January Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 65°F (18°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 3,146 ft (959 m) |
| Area | 1,167.3 sq mi (3,023.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 14/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 10.3845°S, 28.6980°E |
| Timezone | Africa/Lusaka |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 72°F (22°C) | 9.1 in | |
| February | 72°F (22°C) | 8.0 in | |
| March | 72°F (22°C) | 8.8 in | |
| April | 72°F (22°C) | 3.4 in | |
| May | 69°F (21°C) | 0.4 in | |
| June | 65°F (19°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| July | 65°F (18°C) | 0.0 in | Coldest |
| August | 69°F (20°C) | 0.0 in | |
| September | 74°F (23°C) | 0.2 in | |
| October | 76°F (24°C) | 1.9 in | Warmest |
| November | 74°F (23°C) | 6.5 in | |
| December | 72°F (22°C) | 9.8 in | Wettest |
Mwense has a seasonal temperature swing of 11°F / from 65°F in July to 76°F in October. Total annual precipitation is 48.0 inches, with December being the wettest month (9.8") and June the driest (0.0").
Schools in Mwense
2 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mwense High School | - | - | - | - |
| Nsakaluba Day School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Mwense
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Restaurants in Mwense
1 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Mwense
3 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Mwense
2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Mwense
2 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Mwense
3 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Kasenga Airport | KEC | Small Airport |
| Kashobwe Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Kawambwa Airport | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Mwense
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Mwense Post Office |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Mwense
7 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Anglican Church | |
| Catholic Church | |
| CMML Brethren Church | |
| Jehovah's Witnesses Kingdom Hall | |
| Pentecostal Assemblies of God - Agape Tabernacle | |
| SDA Church | |
| UCZ Church |
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Waterfalls Near Mwense
2 waterfalls from OpenStreetMap and USGS geographic data found near Mwense.
| Name | Description |
|---|---|
| chutes Mambilima | |
| Musonda Falls |
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Frequently Asked Questions About Mwense
What is the population of Mwense?
Mwense has a population of 16,271 residents and is located in Zambia. The population density is 14 people per square mile, spread across 1,167.3 square miles.
What is the weather like in Mwense?
Mwense has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 71°F (22°C). Winter temperatures average 72°F in January, while summers reach an average of 65°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 48.0 inches.
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