Siavonga, Zambia
Southern Province · Zambia
Siavonga is a small city in Southern Province, Zambia with a population of 11,832. Elevation: 1,732 ft (528 m). Average temperature: 75°F (24°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 Siavonga
Siavonga is a town in the Southern Province of Zambia, lying on the north shore of Lake Kariba. It is Zambia's principal tourism centre for the lake, with accommodation, boating and fishing tours on offer.
People
Climate
| Population | 11,832 |
| Population Density | 10 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,732 ft (528 m) |
| Coordinates | -16.5382°, 28.7088° |
| Timezone | Africa/Lusaka |
| Country | 🇿🇲 Zambia |
| State / Province | Southern Province |
| Average Temperature | 75°F (24°C) |
| January Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 67°F (19°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 28.2 inches (715 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Siavonga
Siavonga is a small city in Zambia (Southern Province) with a population of 11,832. The city sits at an elevation of 1,732 feet (528 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 75°F (24°C). Temperatures range from 78°F in January to 67°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 28.2 inches. The timezone is Africa/Lusaka.
Climate in Siavonga
Siavonga has an average annual temperature of 24.6°C (76°F). The hottest month is Oct (29.1°C), the coldest is Jun (18.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 854 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 75.2°F |
| 39% above Zambia avg | |
| January Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 67°F (19°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,732 ft (528 m) |
| Area | 1,210.9 sq mi (3,136.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 10/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 16.5382°S, 28.7088°E |
| Timezone | Africa/Lusaka |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 78°F (26°C) | 7.3 in | Wettest |
| February | 78°F (25°C) | 6.3 in | |
| March | 78°F (25°C) | 3.5 in | |
| April | 76°F (25°C) | 0.8 in | |
| May | 72°F (22°C) | 0.1 in | |
| June | 67°F (19°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| July | 67°F (19°C) | 0.0 in | Coldest |
| August | 70°F (21°C) | 0.0 in | |
| September | 77°F (25°C) | 0.0 in | |
| October | 82°F (28°C) | 0.4 in | Warmest |
| November | 81°F (27°C) | 2.8 in | |
| December | 78°F (26°C) | 7.0 in |
Siavonga has a seasonal temperature swing of 16°F / from 67°F in July to 82°F in October. Total annual precipitation is 28.2 inches, with January being the wettest month (7.3") and June the driest (0.0").
Schools in Siavonga
3 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SIAVONGA | - | - | - | - |
| SIAVONGA | - | - | - | - |
| KARIBA | - | - | - | - |
Farmers Markets in Siavonga
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fresh Produce Market |
Hotels in Siavonga
5 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Siavonga
3 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Siavonga
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Siavonga
21 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Kariba Airport | KAB | Medium Airport |
| Bumi Hills Airport | BZH | Small Airport |
| Chete Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Chief Simupas Village Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Chirundu Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Dandawa Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Fothergill Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Gachegache Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Kapoka Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Kipling's Rukari Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Little Vundu Camp Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Majuaneti Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Mana West Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Maronga Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Nega Nega Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Neyuka Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Rifa Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Rukomeshe Research Station Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Stakota Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Tashinga Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Tiger Bay Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
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Waterfalls Near Siavonga
4 waterfalls from OpenStreetMap and USGS geographic data found near Siavonga.
| Name | Description |
|---|---|
| Fig Tree Falls | |
| Hyena Falls | |
| Mahwindo Fall- Sanyati | |
| Shay Falls |
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What is the population of Siavonga?
Siavonga has a population of 11,832 residents and is located in Zambia. The population density is 10 people per square mile, spread across 1,210.9 square miles.
What is the weather like in Siavonga?
Siavonga has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 75°F (24°C). Winter temperatures average 78°F in January, while summers reach an average of 67°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 28.2 inches.
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