Weather in Livingstone
What's the weather like in Livingstone?
Livingstone has a moderate climate and moderate rainfall spread across the year. Average daytime highs range from 25°C (77°F) in January to 22°C (72°F) in July, with overnight lows around 18°C (64°F) and 11°C (53°F) respectively.
For comfortable sightseeing temperatures (18–26°C daytime highs), the best months to visit Livingstone are January through August, and December.
Quick facts
- Country
- 🇿🇲 Zambia
- Region
- Africa
- Time zone
- Africa/Lusaka
- Coordinates
- -17.842, 25.854
Monthly climate
Long-run averages for each month of the year.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rain days | Snow days |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 25°C / 77°F | 18°C / 64°F | 236 mm | 25 | — |
| February | 25°C / 77°F | 18°C / 64°F | 172 mm | 24 | — |
| March | 25°C / 78°F | 17°C / 63°F | 99 mm | 16 | — |
| April | 25°C / 76°F | 16°C / 61°F | 34 mm | 7 | — |
| May | 24°C / 75°F | 14°C / 57°F | 3 mm | 1 | — |
| June | 22°C / 72°F | 12°C / 53°F | 1 mm | 0 | — |
| July | 22°C / 72°F | 11°C / 53°F | 1 mm | 0 | — |
| August | 26°C / 78°F | 14°C / 57°F | 0 mm | 0 | — |
| September | 29°C / 84°F | 17°C / 63°F | 1 mm | 0 | — |
| October | 31°C / 88°F | 20°C / 67°F | 7 mm | 1 | — |
| November | 30°C / 86°F | 20°C / 67°F | 73 mm | 12 | — |
| December | 27°C / 81°F | 19°C / 65°F | 166 mm | 21 | — |
Livingstone by month
Detailed weather for any specific month:
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Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Livingstone?
The most comfortable months in Livingstone are usually May, June, July, when average highs sit near 18–26°C (64–79°F) with relatively little rain. See the full month-by-month breakdown for the exact figures.
What is the hottest month in Livingstone?
October is typically the hottest month in Livingstone, averaging a high of 31°C (88°F).
What is the coldest month in Livingstone?
July is usually the coldest, with average lows around 11°C (53°F).
Does it snow in Livingstone?
Snow is rare in Livingstone; the climate data shows essentially no snowfall across the year.
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