Rainiest Cities in Zambia

Top 94 cities ranked by rainiest cities

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Rainiest Cities — Zambia

1 Chilubi 05 56.6"

2 Luwingu 05 54.5"

3 Lubwe 04 53.4"

4 Mwinilunga 06 53.4"

5 Kawambwa 04 51.7"

6 Samfya 04 51.5"

7 Mporokoso 05 50.9"

8 Kasama 05 50.4"

9 Kansanshi 06 49.9"

10 Mungwi 05 49.2"

11 Solwezi 06 48.9"

12 Kitwe 08 48.8"

13 Mufulira 08 48.8"

14 Chingola 08 48.7"

15 Luanshya 08 48.6"

16 Kalulushi 08 48.5"

17 Chambishi 08 48.4"

18 Chisasa 06 48.3"

19 Manyama 06 48.2"

20 Ndola 08 48.2"

21 Kataba 08 48.0"

22 Chililabombwe 08 47.4"

23 Mapalo 08 47.1"

24 Mansa 04 46.7"

25 Mwansabombwe 04 46.3"

26 Ibenga 08 45.8"

27 Mununga 04 45.2"

28 Nchelenge 04 45.0"

29 Mbala 05 44.4"

30 Chinsali 10 43.8"

31 Mpongwe 08 43.8"

32 Isoka 10 43.0"

33 Chiengi 04 42.9"

34 Chavuma 06 42.7"

35 Sinda 03 42.4"

36 Kasempa 06 42.3"

37 Katete 03 42.3"

38 Chadiza 03 42.2"

39 Kaputa 05 41.8"

40 Serenje 02 41.4"

41 Nakonde 10 40.6"

42 Kalengwa 06 40.5"

43 Mpika 10 40.5"

44 Manyinga 06 40.3"

45 Mpulungu 05 39.8"

46 Zambezi 06 39.6"

47 Mkushi 02 39.5"

48 Kapiri Mposhi 02 39.5"

49 Kabompo 06 39.5"

50 Lukulu 01 38.5"

51 Kalabo 01 38.4"

52 Mufumbwe 06 38.3"

53 Chipata 03 37.9"

54 Petauke 03 37.9"

55 Nyimba 03 37.0"

56 Limulunga 01 36.3"

57 Chama 10 35.9"

58 Mumbwa 02 35.9"

59 Mongu 01 35.6"

60 Kabwe 02 34.2"

61 Lundazi 03 34.1"

62 Chinkuli 09 32.2"

63 Palabana 09 32.2"

64 Chongwe 09 32.2"

65 Ntandabale 09 32.2"

66 Chilanga Township 09 32.2"

67 Chisankane 09 32.2"

68 Chunga 09 32.2"

69 Chalimbana 09 32.2"

70 Lusaka 09 32.2"

71 Madido 09 32.2"

72 Namalombwe 09 32.2"

73 Kaoma 01 32.2"

74 Lusaka West 09 32.0"

75 Chilongolo 09 31.9"

76 Monze 07 31.5"

77 Itezhi-Tezhi 07 31.4"

78 Choma 07 31.3"

79 Namwala 07 31.3"

80 Kafue 09 30.8"

81 Nampundwe 02 30.6"

82 Senanga 01 30.5"

83 Lubombo 07 30.4"

84 Mazabuka 07 30.2"

85 Nakambala 07 30.0"

86 Sinazongwe 07 29.8"

87 Maamba 07 29.8"

88 Luangwa 09 29.3"

89 Kalomo 07 29.1"

90 Chirundu 07 28.2"

91 Siavonga 07 28.2"

92 Sesheke 01 25.6"

93 Livingstone 07 25.0"

94 Kazungula 07 24.3"

The rainiest cities in Zambia receive the highest annual precipitation, creating lush green landscapes and abundant water resources. Chilubi leads with 56.6 inches of precipitation annually.

High rainfall supports diverse ecosystems, extensive park systems, and reliable water supplies. These cities often feature vibrant gardens, green spaces, and agricultural communities that benefit from consistent moisture throughout the year.

While abundant rainfall supports lush environments, it can also bring challenges including flooding risks, high humidity, and more frequent overcast days. Many rainy cities have adapted with robust drainage systems, covered public spaces, and a cultural embrace of indoor activities.

Did You Know?

1. Chilubi receives 56.6" of precipitation annually — that's about 4.7 feet of water.
2. The rainiest cities in the U.S. are primarily in the Southeast and Pacific Northwest, though for very different reasons — tropical moisture vs. marine influence.
3. High rainfall areas tend to have lower wildfire risk and more reliable municipal water supplies.

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