October weather forecast
Zambia

October in Zambia marks the peak of the dry season, with nearly no rainfall throughout the country. This dry condition is experienced uniformly across Zambia, from the northern areas like Muchinga Province to the southern regions, making October one of the driest months of the year.

Temperatures in October continue to climb. Morning and evening temperatures average around 16°C (60.8°F), while daytime temperatures can peak at 33°C (91.4°F), making it one of the hottest months of the year. Lusaka, the capital city, also experiences similar temperature averages and sees virtually no rainfall.

When compared to September, October maintains similar temperature averages, but it is slightly hotter, especially during the daytime, while rainfall remains virtually absent. This trend of dry and hot weather usually continues until the onset of the rainy season in mid-November. The landscapes are predominantly brown, particularly in the Luangwa Valley and similar regions, due to the prolonged dry season.

October is one of the hottest months in Zambia's warm season. The absence of rain and the high temperatures make it an excellent time for wildlife spotting as animals congregate around the few remaining water sources.

The persistent dry conditions ensure smooth travel across the country, with excellent road conditions, even in the rural areas. However, due to the high daytime temperatures and cool mornings and evenings, travellers should pack a mix of light clothing for the day and warm clothing for the early mornings and evenings when planning their visit to Zambia in October.

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• Lusaka - October »
  October, characterized by an average high temperature of 32.6°C (90.7°F) and a low temperature of 18.5°C (65.3°F), is generally the warmest month in Lusaka, Zambia. October is the month when Lusaka's temperatures reach their peak, with averages of 32.6°C (90.7°F) and lows of 18.5°C (65.3°F).
• Kitwe - October »
  October is the month when Kitwe experiences its warmest temperatures, averaging a high of 33.5°C (92.3°F) and a low of 19.1°C (66.4°F). In Kitwe during October, the rain falls for 4 days and regularly aggregates up to 10mm (0.39") of precipitation.
• Ndola - October »
  On the first day of October in Ndola, sunrise is at 05:48 and sunset at 18:01. The months with the highest UV index in Ndola are September and October, with an average maximum UV index of 7.
• Kabwe - October »
  In Kabwe in October, during 2 rainfall days, 18mm (0.71") of precipitation is typically accumulated. On the first day of October in Kabwe sunrise is at 05:49 and sunset at 18:02.
• Chingola - October »
  October has the most sunshine of the year in Chingola with an average of 12.2h of sunshine. October proves to be the warmest month in Chingola, recording an average peak temperature of 33.1°C (91.6°F) and a minimum temperature of 19°C (66.2°F).
• Mufulira - October »
  Temperature records in Mufulira mark October as the warmest month, with highs averaging 33.3°C (91.9°F) and lows at 18.7°C (65.7°F). In Mufulira, the month of October registers the highest temperatures, averaging 33.3°C (91.9°F) at the peak and 18.7°C (65.7°F) at the lowest.
• Luanshya - October »
  October, having an average high-temperature of 33.6°C (92.5°F) and an average low-temperature of 19°C (66.2°F), is the warmest month in Luanshya. Despite higher temperatures and increasing rainfall, October boasts of the longest sunshine hours, maintaining the vibrant cityscape of Luanshya.
• Livingstone - October »
  October is the hottest month in Livingstone with daytime temperatures reaching an average high of 35.7°C (96.3°F). With average high and low temperatures of 35.7°C (96.3°F) and 21.9°C (71.4°F) respectively, October is Livingstone's warmest month.
• Kasama - October »
  October is the month that records the highest temperatures in Kasama, with averages ranging from a high of 32.1°C (89.8°F) to a low of 18.4°C (65.1°F). October is the first month it rains in Kasama.
• Chipata - October »
  October brings with it a gradual rise in rainfall in Chipata, serving as a prelude to the rainy season that peaks in December. In Chipata the peak average temperatures are observed in October, with a high of 32.6°C (90.7°F) and a low of 20°C (68°F).
• Mazabuka - October »
  In Mazabuka October is the month with the highest recorded average temperatures, measuring a high of 33.7°C (92.7°F) and a low of 20.2°C (68.4°F). October, having an average high-temperature of 33.7°C (92.7°F) and an average low-temperature of 20.2°C (68.4°F), is the warmest month in Mazabuka, Zambia.