Climate profileZambia
Lavushi Manda National Park
- Annual mean
- 20 °C
- Warmest month
- October
- Wettest month
- January
Park climate1991–2020 climate normals1,029 m source elevationNASA POWER
Detailed twelve month averages for temperature, precipitation, and daylight cycles
South Luangwa National Park Monthly Climate Normals and Annual Atmospheric Data Patterns
Annual climatic cycles for South Luangwa National Park are defined by distinct variations in mean temperature, precipitation rates, humidity, and daylight hours. These monthly normals reflect long term measurements at a single representative coordinate between 1991 and 2020. Data provided includes average minimum and maximum temperatures alongside wind speed and humidity trends, illustrating the localized atmospheric rhythm of the park landscape without providing current forecasts or visitor planning advice.
Annual climate pattern
Analyzing the transition between dry thermal peaks and high daily rainfall across the calendar
Annual Climate Patterns and Monthly Temperatures in South Luangwa National Park
Long term climatology shows average daily maximum temperatures peaking above 37 degrees Celsius in October, while average daily minimums decline to around 8 degrees Celsius in July. At the representative elevation of 1029 meters, average daily precipitation ranges from under 0.1 millimeters between June and August to a peak of over 7.8 millimeters in January, based on data from 1991 to 2020.
- Annual mean
- 22.1 °C
- Warmest month
- November
- Coolest month
- July
- Wettest month
- January
Twelve-month climate
Compare average temperature bounds, daily precipitation, and daylight across twelve calendar months.
South Luangwa National Park Weather by Month: Twelve Month Climate Comparison
Monthly climate data for South Luangwa National Park provides a detailed look at average minimum, mean, and maximum temperatures alongside average daily precipitation rates. Analyzing twelve monthly records alongside relative humidity, wind speed, and calculated average daylight hours at a representative coordinate reveals regional atmospheric patterns far more clearly than a single annual average.
| Mean temperature | Precipitation | Humidity | Wind speed | Daylight | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 22.6 °C17.4° to 29.9° | 7.8 mm/day | 81.7% | 2.1 m/s | 12.7 hours |
| February | 22.4 °C16.8° to 29.4° | 7 mm/day | 82.6% | 2 m/s | 12.4 hours |
| March | 22 °C15.6° to 28.7° | 4.7 mm/day | 83.5% | 2.2 m/s | 12.1 hours |
| April | 21 °C12.8° to 28.8° | 1.3 mm/day | 77.2% | 2.5 m/s | 11.7 hours |
| May | 19.7 °C11.1° to 29° | 0.2 mm/day | 66.2% | 2.4 m/s | 11.4 hours |
| June | 18 °C8.9° to 28.4° | 0.1 mm/day | 59.2% | 2.5 m/s | 11.3 hours |
| July | 17.8 °C8.4° to 28.9° | 0.1 mm/day | 54.5% | 2.8 m/s | 11.3 hours |
| August | 20.5 °C10.2° to 32.2° | 0 mm/day | 46% | 3 m/s | 11.6 hours |
| September | 23.8 °C12.6° to 35.6° | 0.1 mm/day | 39.1% | 3.6 m/s | 11.9 hours |
| October | 26.6 °C15.9° to 37.3° | 0.4 mm/day | 39.2% | 3.9 m/s | 12.3 hours |
| November | 26.6 °C17.4° to 37.2° | 2.3 mm/day | 51.3% | 3.3 m/s | 12.6 hours |
| December | 23.7 °C17.6° to 33.6° | 6.9 mm/day | 74.4% | 2.3 m/s | 12.8 hours |
Calculated climate highlights
Comparing long-term averages for temperature, precipitation, and wind across the annual cycle.
Calculated Monthly Climate Highlights and Contrasts in South Luangwa National Park
Climatological data from a representative coordinate at 1029 meters elevation establish the relative peaks and troughs across the annual cycle in South Luangwa National Park. Comparing calculated long-term monthly averages for temperature, precipitation, wind, and daylight highlights seasonal contrasts without representing them as daily weather records.
- Warmest month
- November26.6 °C
- Coolest month
- July17.8 °C
- Wettest month
- January7.8 mm/day
- Driest month
- August0 mm/day
- Most humid month
- March83.5%
- Windiest month
- October3.9 m/s
- Longest daylight
- December12.8 hours
Interactive climate map
Compare National Park Climate Data Through an Interactive Global Map
Visit the MoriAtlas climate map to compare long-term monthly temperature and precipitation metrics across national parks. This visual interface helps you understand seasonal variations at specific protected area coordinates to deepen your knowledge of global park geography and environmental characteristics.
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Contrast annual temperature patterns and precipitation rhythms across different geographic settings
Compare South Luangwa National Park Climate with Other National Parks
Examining long-term monthly climate normals for other protected areas in Zambia and nearby regions helps establish clear environmental baselines across varying terrains. Contrasting standardized patterns of temperature, precipitation, wind, and daylight against the records of South Luangwa National Park reveals the diverse atmospheric conditions that shape each habitat.
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