Weather & Climate in Katete, Zambia
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Katete has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 71°F (21°C). Winters average 72°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. Annual precipitation totals 42.3 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 5,016 feet.
Temperature
72°F Jan (22°C)
63°F Jul (17°C)
| Annual Average | 70.5°F |
| 31% above US avg | |
| January Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 63°F (17°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 5,016 ft (1,529 m) |
| Area | 1,051.2 sq mi (2,722.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 17/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 14.0500°S, 32.0833°E |
| Timezone | Africa/Lusaka |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
6 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M4.8.
| Nov 12, 1995 | 54 km NE of Petauke, Zambia | M4.8 | 56 km | 10 km |
| Jun 5, 2020 | 65 km NE of Petauke, Zambia | M4.5 | 49 km | 10 km |
| Oct 2, 2013 | 82 km NW of Chadiza, Zambia | M4.5 | 59 km | 10 km |
| Dec 16, 1999 | 58 km NNE of Petauke, Zambia | M4.4 | 76 km | 5 km |
| Jun 22, 2016 | 78 km WNW of Chipata, Zambia | M4.4 | 83 km | 10 km |
| Sep 5, 1991 | 87 km SE of Nyimba, Zambia | M3.4 | 146 km | 10 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990-2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 72°F (22°C) | 10.5 in | Wettest |
| February | 72°F (22°C) | 9.5 in | |
| March | 72°F (22°C) | 6.5 in | |
| April | 71°F (21°C) | 2.1 in | |
| May | 67°F (20°C) | 0.4 in | |
| June | 63°F (17°C) | 0.1 in | |
| July | 63°F (17°C) | 0.1 in | Coldest |
| August | 67°F (19°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| September | 73°F (23°C) | 0.1 in | |
| October | 77°F (25°C) | 0.5 in | Warmest |
| November | 76°F (25°C) | 3.7 in | |
| December | 73°F (23°C) | 8.8 in |
Katete has a seasonal temperature swing of 14°F / from 63°F in July to 77°F in October. Total annual precipitation is 42.3 inches, with January being the wettest month (10.5") and August the driest (0.0").