On average, 1,200 mm (48 in) of rain fall per year, with heavy rains from December to March; the rainy season is slightly longer than in the rest of the country, in fact, more than 100 mm (4 in) fall even in April and November. From May to October, it almost never rains.

The rains in Zambia come mostly in December, January, February and March though the further north you are, the earlier the rains arrive and the later they leave. Eastern areas and higher areas generally receive more rain than western and lowland areas.

There are two main seasons: the rainy season (November to April) corresponding to summer, and the dry season (May to October/November), corresponding to winter. The dry season is subdivided into the cool dry season (May to August), and the hot dry season (September to October/November).

La Niña phase during the 2024/2025 rainfall season. This weak La Niña phenomenon, characterized by below-normal sea surface temperatures (SSTs) in the tropical eastern Pacific Ocean, will influence Zambia’s rainfall patterns. Typically, …

2024年5月24日 · As Zambia transitions through its rainy season, February typically brings a slight decrease in precipitation compared to January. However, it remains one of the wettest months of the year, with countrywide average rainfall between 160mm (6.3") and 200mm (7.87").

2025年1月20日 · Long and heavy rain showers are typical of Zambia's rainy season, which corresponds to the Central European winter to early spring. The roads in the national parks are often impassable at this time of year and most lodges remain closed. Otherwise dry grass steppes turn into water-rich flood plains. Storms are also the order of the day.

Late October/November brings the onset of the rainy season, often with heavy storms, and whilst game viewing can still be good, conditions can deteriorate very quickly. During the rains (December to March), most safari areas are either closed, or offer significantly reduced game viewing experiences.

Zambia experiences a predominantly sub-tropical climate characterized by three distinct seasons: a hot and dry season (mid-August to mid-November), a wet rainy season (mid-November to April) and a cool dry season (May to mid-August).

Zambia has a sub-tropical climate that is tempered by its relatively high altitude, making it more temperate and pleasant than other sub-tropical areas. There are three distinct seasons: November to April: Hot and rainy: frequent, intense showers followed by bright sunshine.

2024年3月15日 · Zambia’s climate has distinct seasonal variations that impact travelers and researchers. The dry season in Zambia typically occurs from May to October, characterized by sunny days and cool nights. Rainy season runs from November to April, bringing heavy downpours and lush landscapes.