Weather & Climate in Mbala, Zambia
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Mbala enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winters average 68°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. Annual precipitation totals 44.4 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 5,322 feet.
Temperature
68°F Jan (20°C)
64°F Jul (18°C)
| Annual Average | 67.6°F |
| 25% above US avg | |
| January Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| July Average | 64°F (18°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 5,322 ft (1,622 m) |
| Coordinates | 8.8402°S, 31.3659°E |
| Timezone | Africa/Lusaka |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
31 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M6.5.
| Oct 2, 2000 | 15 km W of Nkove, Tanzania | M6.5 | 120 km | 34 km |
| Mar 21, 2019 | 54 km E of Sumbawanga, Tanzania | M5.5 | 132 km | 22 km |
| Feb 20, 2002 | 44 km NE of Sumbawanga, Tanzania | M5.5 | 142 km | 39 km |
| Apr 24, 1994 | 46 km NE of Mporokoso, Zambia | M5.1 | 109 km | 30 km |
| Jul 13, 2006 | 73 km E of Kaputa, Zambia | M5.0 | 127 km | 30 km |
| Jun 8, 2013 | 59 km NNE of Laela, Tanzania | M4.9 | 127 km | 10 km |
| Oct 7, 2000 | 19 km WSW of Nkove, Tanzania | M4.8 | 121 km | 33 km |
| Oct 5, 2000 | 37 km WSW of Nkove, Tanzania | M4.8 | 129 km | 33 km |
| Oct 2, 2000 | 64 km W of Nkove, Tanzania | M4.7 | 149 km | 33 km |
| Apr 5, 2017 | 12 km SW of Nkove, Tanzania | M4.7 | 112 km | 10 km |
| Feb 29, 2024 | 79 km WNW of Mpulungu, Zambia | M4.7 | 109 km | 10 km |
| Jan 17, 2018 | 50 km ESE of Laela, Tanzania | M4.7 | 124 km | 10 km |
| Jan 11, 1998 | 24 km W of Nkove, Tanzania | M4.7 | 128 km | 33 km |
| Mar 6, 2010 | 49 km WNW of Mlowo, Tanzania | M4.6 | 132 km | 10 km |
| Jun 12, 1997 | 55 km NNE of Mungwi, Zambia | M4.6 | 106 km | 10 km |
| Mar 31, 2012 | 68 km E of Kaputa, Zambia | M4.6 | 126 km | 10 km |
| Sep 18, 2001 | 24 km E of Chala, Tanzania | M4.5 | 145 km | 10 km |
| Jan 21, 2021 | 6 km SSE of Mbala, Zambia | M4.4 | 7 km | 10 km |
| Feb 2, 2019 | 54 km NW of Mlowo, Tanzania | M4.3 | 144 km | 10 km |
| Oct 2, 2000 | 56 km W of Nkove, Tanzania | M4.3 | 147 km | 33 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990-2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 68°F (20°C) | 8.8 in | Wettest |
| February | 68°F (20°C) | 7.8 in | |
| March | 68°F (20°C) | 8.1 in | |
| April | 68°F (20°C) | 4.4 in | |
| May | 66°F (19°C) | 0.7 in | |
| June | 64°F (18°C) | 0.0 in | |
| July | 64°F (18°C) | 0.0 in | Coldest, Driest |
| August | 66°F (19°C) | 0.0 in | |
| September | 69°F (21°C) | 0.2 in | |
| October | 71°F (22°C) | 1.1 in | Warmest |
| November | 70°F (21°C) | 4.6 in | |
| December | 68°F (20°C) | 8.7 in |
Mbala has a seasonal temperature swing of 7°F / from 64°F in July to 71°F in October. Total annual precipitation is 44.4 inches, with January being the wettest month (8.8") and July the driest (0.0").