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Nakambala, Zambia
Southern Province · Zambia
Nakambala is a small city in Southern Province, Zambia with a population of 10,425. Elevation: 3,356 ft (1,023 m). Average temperature: 70°F (21°C).
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About Nakambala
Zambia Sugar Plc is the largest sugar-manufacturing company in Zambia, with annual output in excess of 318,467 tonnes of crystalline sugar annually, as of November 2018. The company stock is listed on the Lusaka Stock Exchange under the symbol ZSUG.
People
Climate
| Population | 10,425 |
| Population Density | 5 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 3,356 ft (1,023 m) |
| Coordinates | -15.8324°, 27.7799° |
| Timezone | Africa/Lusaka |
| Country | 🇿🇲 Zambia |
| State / Province | Southern Province |
| Average Temperature | 70°F (21°C) |
| January Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| July Average | 62°F (16°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 30.0 inches (761 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Nakambala
Nakambala is a small city in Zambia (Southern Province) with a population of 10,425. The city sits at an elevation of 3,356 feet (1,023 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 70°F (21°C). Temperatures range from 73°F in January to 62°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 30.0 inches. The timezone is Africa/Lusaka.
Climate in Nakambala
Nakambala 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.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 70.4°F |
| 30% above Zambia avg | |
| January Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| July Average | 62°F (16°C) |
| Sunny Days | 282 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 3,356 ft (1,023 m) |
| Area | 2,191.9 sq mi (5,677.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 5/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -15.8324°N, 27.7799°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Lusaka |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 73°F (23°C) | 7.9 in | Wettest |
| February | 73°F (23°C) | 6.3 in | |
| March | 72°F (22°C) | 3.1 in | |
| April | 71°F (21°C) | 0.9 in | |
| May | 67°F (19°C) | 0.1 in | |
| June | 62°F (17°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| July | 62°F (16°C) | 0.0 in | Coldest |
| August | 66°F (19°C) | 0.0 in | |
| September | 73°F (23°C) | 0.0 in | |
| October | 77°F (25°C) | 0.8 in | Warmest |
| November | 76°F (25°C) | 3.4 in | |
| December | 73°F (23°C) | 7.5 in |
Nakambala has a seasonal temperature swing of 16°F / from 62°F in July to 77°F in October. Total annual precipitation is 30.0 inches, with January being the wettest month (7.9") and June the driest (0.0").
Schools in Nakambala
2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nakambala Basic School | — | — | — | — |
| Nakambala Private School | — | — | — | — |
Farmers Markets in Nakambala
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| nakambala market | |||||
| Njomona market | |||||
| Town Centre market |
Stadiums & Teams in Nakambala
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Nakambala
14 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Kenneth Kaunda International Airport | LUN | Large Airport |
| Lusaka City Airport | — | Medium Airport |
| Balmoral Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Chilongolo Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Cisera Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Kafue Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Kamwe Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Kamwe West Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Karubwe Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Lochinvar Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Mazabuka Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Monze Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Nakambala Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Nega Nega Airport | — | Small Airport |
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What is the population of Nakambala?
Nakambala has a population of 10,425 residents and is located in Zambia. The population density is 5 people per square mile, spread across 2,191.9 square miles.
What is the weather like in Nakambala?
Nakambala enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winter temperatures average 73°F in January, while summers reach an average of 62°F in July. The area receives 282 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 30.0 inches.