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Sinazongwe, Zambia
Southern Province · Zambia
Sinazongwe is a small city in Southern Province, Zambia with a population of 15,191. Elevation: 1,654 ft (504 m). Average temperature: 77°F (25°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Sinazongwe
Sinazongwe is a town in the Southern Province of Zambia, lying on the north shore of Lake Kariba. It was founded in the 1950s as a local administrative centre, while its main industry now is kapenta fishing. It is home to a lighthouse and an airstrip, while ferries sail to Chete Island.
Sinazongwe also boasts The Houseboat Company.
People
Climate
| Population | 15,191 |
| Population Density | 4 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,654 ft (504 m) |
| Coordinates | -17.2614°, 27.4618° |
| Timezone | Africa/Lusaka |
| Country | 🇿🇲 Zambia |
| State / Province | Southern Province |
| Average Temperature | 77°F (25°C) |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 29.8 inches (758 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Sinazongwe
Sinazongwe is a small city in Zambia (Southern Province) with a population of 15,191. The city sits at an elevation of 1,654 feet (504 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 77°F (25°C). Temperatures range from 79°F in January to 68°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 29.8 inches. The timezone is Africa/Lusaka.
Climate in Sinazongwe
Sinazongwe has an average annual temperature of 25.7°C (78°F). The hottest month is Oct (29.9°C), the coldest is Jul (20.5°C). Average annual precipitation is 830 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 76.6°F |
| 42% above Zambia avg | |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| Sunny Days | 282 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,654 ft (504 m) |
| Area | 3,513.7 sq mi (9,100.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 4/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -17.2614°N, 27.4618°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Lusaka |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 79°F (26°C) | 7.1 in | |
| February | 78°F (26°C) | 7.4 in | Wettest |
| March | 79°F (26°C) | 4.2 in | |
| April | 77°F (25°C) | 1.4 in | |
| May | 72°F (22°C) | 0.2 in | |
| June | 68°F (20°C) | 0.0 in | |
| July | 68°F (20°C) | 0.0 in | Coldest, Driest |
| August | 72°F (22°C) | 0.0 in | |
| September | 79°F (26°C) | 0.0 in | |
| October | 84°F (29°C) | 0.5 in | Warmest |
| November | 83°F (29°C) | 2.3 in | |
| December | 80°F (27°C) | 6.8 in |
Sinazongwe has a seasonal temperature swing of 17°F / from 68°F in July to 84°F in October. Total annual precipitation is 29.8 inches, with February being the wettest month (7.4") and July the driest (0.0").
Schools in Sinazongwe
10 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kaduku | - | - | - | - |
| Sinantandabale | - | - | - | - |
| Simuzila | - | - | - | - |
| Sialwala | - | - | - | - |
| Mweezya | - | - | - | - |
| Makonkoto | - | - | - | - |
| SINAZONGWE | - | - | - | - |
| FISHERIES | - | - | - | - |
| Syamuyala | - | - | - | - |
| MWEZYA | - | - | - | - |
Hotels in Sinazongwe
1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Sinazongwe
1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Sinazongwe
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Sinazongwe
11 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Binga Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Chete Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Chief Simupas Village Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Chizarira Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Lake Kariba Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Maamba Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Manjolo Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Mlibizi Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Sijarira Lodge Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Sinazongwe Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Stakota Airport | - | Small Airport |
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What is the population of Sinazongwe?
Sinazongwe has a population of 15,191 residents and is located in Zambia. The population density is 4 people per square mile, spread across 3,513.7 square miles.
What is the weather like in Sinazongwe?
Sinazongwe has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 77°F (25°C). Winter temperatures average 79°F in January, while summers reach an average of 68°F in July. The area receives 282 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 29.8 inches.