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Weather & Climate in Sinda, Zambia
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Sinda enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winters average 73°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 259 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 42.4 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 3,606 feet.
Temperature
73°F Jan (23°C)
62°F Jul (17°C)
| Annual Average | 70.2°F |
| 30% above US avg | |
| January Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| July Average | 62°F (17°C) |
| Sunny Days | 259 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 3,606 ft (1,099 m) |
| Area | 1,092.2 sq mi (2,828.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 17/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -14.2100°N, 31.7629°W |
| 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 | 44 km | 10 km |
| Jun 5, 2020 | 65 km NE of Petauke, Zambia | M4.5 | 47 km | 10 km |
| Oct 2, 2013 | 82 km NW of Chadiza, Zambia | M4.5 | 73 km | 10 km |
| Dec 16, 1999 | 58 km NNE of Petauke, Zambia | M4.4 | 63 km | 5 km |
| Jun 22, 2016 | 78 km WNW of Chipata, Zambia | M4.4 | 104 km | 10 km |
| Sep 5, 1991 | 87 km SE of Nyimba, Zambia | M3.4 | 114 km | 10 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990–2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 73°F (23°C) | 10.8 in | Wettest |
| February | 72°F (22°C) | 9.5 in | |
| March | 72°F (22°C) | 6.4 in | |
| April | 70°F (21°C) | 1.7 in | |
| May | 67°F (19°C) | 0.3 in | |
| June | 63°F (17°C) | 0.1 in | |
| July | 62°F (17°C) | 0.1 in | Coldest |
| August | 66°F (19°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| September | 72°F (22°C) | 0.1 in | |
| October | 77°F (25°C) | 0.5 in | Warmest |
| November | 76°F (25°C) | 3.9 in | |
| December | 73°F (23°C) | 9.1 in |
Sinda has a seasonal temperature swing of 14°F / from 62°F in July to 77°F in October. Total annual precipitation is 42.4 inches, with January being the wettest month (10.8") and August the driest (0.0").