Weather & Climate in Mpongwe, Zambia
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Mpongwe enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F (20°C). Winters average 70°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. Annual precipitation totals 43.8 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 3,921 feet.
Temperature
70°F Jan (21°C)
61°F Jul (16°C)
| Annual Average | 68.5°F |
| 27% above US avg | |
| January Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| July Average | 61°F (16°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 3,921 ft (1,195 m) |
| Coordinates | 13.5091°S, 28.1550°E |
| Timezone | Africa/Lusaka |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
1 earthquake (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M4.6.
| May 25, 1999 | 87 km WSW of Chingola, Zambia | M4.6 | 132 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) | 10.3 in | Wettest |
| February | 70°F (21°C) | 8.4 in | |
| March | 70°F (21°C) | 6.3 in | |
| April | 69°F (21°C) | 1.8 in | |
| May | 65°F (18°C) | 0.2 in | |
| June | 61°F (16°C) | 0.0 in | Coldest, Driest |
| July | 61°F (16°C) | 0.0 in | |
| August | 65°F (19°C) | 0.0 in | |
| September | 72°F (22°C) | 0.1 in | |
| October | 75°F (24°C) | 1.3 in | Warmest |
| November | 73°F (23°C) | 5.1 in | |
| December | 71°F (22°C) | 10.2 in |
Mpongwe has a seasonal temperature swing of 14°F / from 61°F in June to 75°F in October. Total annual precipitation is 43.8 inches, with January being the wettest month (10.3") and June the driest (0.0").