Town in Southern Province, Zambia
Livingstone weather by month and the best time to visit
When to go to Livingstone
Jun–Aug for dry, cool weather; Sep–Dec for Devil's Pool and rafting at low water. Falls are fullest Mar–May; Nov–Mar is rainy and hot.
Livingstone weather by month
Average daily high, rainfall and conditions.
- Jan31°139 mm
- Feb30°126 mm
- Mar30°92 mm
- Apr30°33 mm
- May28°2 mm
- Jun26°6 mm
- Jul26°0 mm
- Aug30°0 mm
- Sep34°2 mm
- Oct36°12 mm
- Nov35°63 mm
- Dec32°136 mm
Monthly averages
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Humidity | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 31°C87°F | 20°C68°F | 139 mm | 68% | Pleasant |
| February | 30°C86°F | 19°C67°F | 126 mm | 71% | Pleasant |
| March | 30°C86°F | 18°C65°F | 92 mm | 67% | Pleasant |
| April | 30°C86°F | 16°C61°F | 33 mm | 57% | Pleasant |
| May | 28°C83°F | 13°C55°F | 2 mm | 44% | Pleasant |
| June | 26°C79°F | 10°C50°F | 6 mm | 43% | Pleasant |
| July | 26°C78°F | 9°C48°F | 0 mm | 40% | Pleasant |
| August | 30°C85°F | 12°C54°F | 0 mm | 32% | Pleasant |
| September | 34°C93°F | 16°C61°F | 2 mm | 27% | Hot |
| October | 36°C98°F | 20°C68°F | 12 mm | 30% | Very hot |
| November | 35°C94°F | 21°C70°F | 63 mm | 45% | Hot |
| December | 32°C89°F | 20°C69°F | 136 mm | 63% | Pleasant |
Best months across Zambia
| Place | Best months | Warmest month |
|---|---|---|
| Livingstone | May–Nov | Oct (36°C) |
| Lusaka | May–Sep | Oct (33°C) |
Quick answers
What is the best month to visit Livingstone?
May–Nov. Jun–Aug for dry, cool weather; Sep–Dec for Devil's Pool and rafting at low water. Falls are fullest Mar–May; Nov–Mar is rainy and hot.
When is the rainy season in Livingstone?
Rain peaks in January with about 139 mm. No month averages 150 mm or more.
What is the hottest month in Livingstone?
October, with average highs of 36°C (98°F).
How cold does Livingstone get?
The coolest nights are in July, averaging 9°C (48°F).
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Sources
Climate averages are modelled from NASA POWER (MERRA-2) for 2001–2020 at about 50 km resolution, so coasts and valleys can differ a little. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.