Weather & Climate in Chinsali, Zambia
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Chinsali enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F (20°C). Winters average 70°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. Annual precipitation totals 43.8 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 4,219 feet.
Temperature
70°F Jan (21°C)
63°F Jul (17°C)
| Annual Average | 68.8°F |
| 27% above US avg | |
| January Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| July Average | 63°F (17°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 4,219 ft (1,286 m) |
| Coordinates | 10.5414°S, 32.0816°E |
| Timezone | Africa/Lusaka |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
4 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M4.7.
| May 30, 1991 | 57 km W of Chama, Zambia | M4.7 | 95 km | 10 km |
| Jun 12, 1997 | 55 km NNE of Mungwi, Zambia | M4.6 | 100 km | 10 km |
| Apr 15, 2020 | 33 km SE of Mungwi, Zambia | M4.4 | 60 km | 10 km |
| Apr 7, 2018 | 45 km WNW of Chama, Zambia | M4.3 | 94 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) | 10.0 in | Wettest |
| February | 70°F (21°C) | 9.2 in | |
| March | 70°F (21°C) | 7.9 in | |
| April | 69°F (21°C) | 2.1 in | |
| May | 66°F (19°C) | 0.3 in | |
| June | 63°F (17°C) | 0.0 in | |
| July | 63°F (17°C) | 0.0 in | Coldest, Driest |
| August | 66°F (19°C) | 0.0 in | |
| September | 71°F (21°C) | 0.1 in | |
| October | 75°F (24°C) | 0.6 in | Warmest |
| November | 74°F (23°C) | 4.4 in | |
| December | 70°F (21°C) | 9.3 in |
Chinsali has a seasonal temperature swing of 12°F / from 63°F in July to 75°F in October. Total annual precipitation is 43.8 inches, with January being the wettest month (10.0") and July the driest (0.0").