Best Time to Visit Lusaka
Best time: Sep, Aug, Jun, Jul.
Oct is warmest (31.4°C high); Jan is rainiest (220 mm).
Lusaka weather by month
| Month | High °C | Low °C | Rain mm | Sun hrs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 27 | 16.7 | 220 | 7.6 |
| Feb | 26.9 | 16.4 | 183 | 7.5 |
| Mar | 27.1 | 15.7 | 104 | 8.3 |
| Apr | 27 | 13.8 | 37 | 8.2 |
| May | 25.8 | 10.9 | 5 | 7.6 |
| Jun | 23.8 | 8.4 | 0 | 7.3 |
| Jul | 23.8 | 8.2 | 1 | 7.5 |
| Aug | 26.5 | 10.7 | 0 | 8.3 |
| Sep | 30.2 | 14.5 | 2 | 9.4 |
| Oct | 31.4 | 16.8 | 21 | 9.8 |
| Nov | 29.9 | 17.3 | 94 | 8.4 |
| Dec | 26.8 | 16.8 | 194 | 7.7 |
Average high temperature
Best months by activity
Overall: SepAugJunJul
Beaches: SepOctAugMay
Hiking: AugJunJulMay
Sightseeing: SepAugJunJul
Lusaka quick facts
What to pack
Wet months (Jan, Feb, Mar, Nov, Dec): raincoat and umbrella.
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Lusaka?
Sep, Aug, Jun, Jul.
What is the rainiest month?
Jan, about 220 mm.
What is the warmest month?
Oct, with average highs of 31.4°C.
Where to stay
See Lusaka hotels · Book Lusaka tours & activities
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Climate data: Open-Meteo Historical (ERA5), 1991–2020 climate normals.
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