Weather & Climate in Chavuma, Zambia
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Chavuma enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winters average 70°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. Annual precipitation totals 42.7 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 3,612 feet.
Temperature
70°F Jan (21°C)
60°F Jul (16°C)
| Annual Average | 67.7°F |
| 25% above US avg | |
| January Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| July Average | 60°F (16°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 3,612 ft (1,101 m) |
| Coordinates | 13.0667°S, 22.6833°E |
| Timezone | Africa/Lusaka |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
3 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M4.9.
| Jan 24, 1991 | 46 km NNE of Zambezi, Zambia | M4.9 | 59 km | 10 km |
| Apr 21, 2014 | 50 km SSE of Zambezi, Zambia | M4.6 | 121 km | 10 km |
| Sep 7, 2019 | 178 km WNW of Zambezi, Zambia | M4.6 | 128 km | 10 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990-2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 70°F (21°C) | 8.4 in | Wettest |
| February | 70°F (21°C) | 7.3 in | |
| March | 70°F (21°C) | 7.2 in | |
| April | 69°F (21°C) | 2.4 in | |
| May | 65°F (18°C) | 0.2 in | |
| June | 60°F (16°C) | 0.0 in | Coldest, Driest |
| July | 60°F (16°C) | 0.0 in | |
| August | 65°F (18°C) | 0.0 in | |
| September | 71°F (21°C) | 0.5 in | |
| October | 72°F (22°C) | 2.5 in | Warmest |
| November | 71°F (22°C) | 6.1 in | |
| December | 70°F (21°C) | 8.2 in |
Chavuma has a seasonal temperature swing of 12°F / from 60°F in June to 72°F in October. Total annual precipitation is 42.7 inches, with January being the wettest month (8.4") and June the driest (0.0").