Petauke, Zambia
Eastern Province · Zambia
Petauke is a small city in Eastern Province, Zambia with a population of 29,728. Elevation: 3,330 ft (1,015 m). Average temperature: 72°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 Petauke
Petauke is a town and seat of Petauke District located in the Eastern Province of Zambia.
People
Climate
| Population | 29,728 |
| Population Density | 21 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 3,330 ft (1,015 m) |
| Coordinates | -14.2412°, 31.3198° |
| Timezone | Africa/Lusaka |
| Country | 🇿🇲 Zambia |
| State / Province | Eastern Province |
| Average Temperature | 72°F (22°C) |
| January Average | 74°F (23°C) |
| July Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 37.9 inches (963 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Petauke
Petauke is a small city in Zambia (Eastern Province) with a population of 29,728. The city sits at an elevation of 3,330 feet (1,015 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 72°F (22°C). Temperatures range from 74°F in January to 63°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 37.9 inches. The timezone is Africa/Lusaka.
Climate in Petauke
Petauke has an average annual temperature of 23.8°C (75°F). The hottest month is Nov (29.2°C), the coldest is Jun (19.3°C). Average annual precipitation is 997 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 71.5°F |
| 32% above Zambia avg | |
| January Average | 74°F (23°C) |
| July Average | 63°F (17°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 3,330 ft (1,015 m) |
| Area | 1,448.3 sq mi (3,751.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 21/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 14.2412°S, 31.3198°E |
| Timezone | Africa/Lusaka |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 74°F (23°C) | 9.9 in | Wettest |
| February | 74°F (23°C) | 8.7 in | |
| March | 73°F (23°C) | 5.4 in | |
| April | 72°F (22°C) | 1.2 in | |
| May | 68°F (20°C) | 0.3 in | |
| June | 63°F (17°C) | 0.0 in | |
| July | 63°F (17°C) | 0.0 in | Coldest, Driest |
| August | 67°F (19°C) | 0.0 in | |
| September | 73°F (23°C) | 0.1 in | |
| October | 78°F (26°C) | 0.5 in | Warmest |
| November | 78°F (26°C) | 3.5 in | |
| December | 75°F (24°C) | 8.3 in |
Petauke has a seasonal temperature swing of 15°F / from 63°F in July to 78°F in October. Total annual precipitation is 37.9 inches, with January being the wettest month (9.9") and July the driest (0.0").
Schools in Petauke
1 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kang'ambwa Primary SChool | - | - | - | - |
Hotels in Petauke
2 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Petauke
2 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Petauke
9 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Petauke
4 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Petauke
3 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Katete Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Nyimba Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Petauke Airport | - | Small Airport |
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What is the population of Petauke?
Petauke has a population of 29,728 residents and is located in Zambia. The population density is 21 people per square mile, spread across 1,448.3 square miles.
What is the weather like in Petauke?
Petauke has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 72°F (22°C). Winter temperatures average 74°F in January, while summers reach an average of 63°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 37.9 inches.
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