The best times to visit Chipata for ideal weather are

May 21st to September 2nd

based on average temperature and humidity from NOAA (the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration). Read below for more weather and travel details.

 

 


Other Chipata Travel Info

Weather in Chipata

Temperature

Average temperatures in Chipata vary somewhat. Considering humidity, temperatures feel hot for most of the year with a very low chance of rain throughout the year. The area is somewhat temperate — in the 40th percentile for pleasant weather — compared to tourist destinations worldwide. Weeks with ideal weather are listed above. If you’re looking for the very warmest time to visit Chipata, the hottest months are October, November, and then September. See average monthly temperatures below. The warmest time of year is generally early to mid October where highs are regularly around 103.1°F (39.5°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 88.7°F (31.5°C) at night.

Chipata Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Chipata Temperatures (Celsius)

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“Feels-Like” Temperatures

The way we experience weather isn’t all about temperature. Higher temperatures affect us much more at higher humidity, and colder temperatures feel piercing with high winds. Our perceived temperatures factor in humidity and wind chill to better represent how hot or cold the day feels to a person.

Chipata Perceived Temperature (F)

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Chipata Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Chipata Temperatures by Month

Daily highs (averaged for the month) usually give the best indication of the weather. A significantly lower mean and low generally just means it gets colder at night.

Show Fahrenheit

Month Avg. High (°F) Avg. Mean (°F) Avg. Low (°F)
Jan 89.8 83.9 76.8
Feb 86.5 80.6 74.4
Mar 86.1 81.7 75.8
Apr 88.8 82.6 74.4
May 88.1 81.5 70.6
Jun 84.1 79.5 69.4
Jul 83.7 77.9 67
Aug 88.6 82.2 70.4
Sep 95.1 89.2 80.4
Oct 98.2 91.8 83.4
Nov 95.6 90.1 83.7
Dec 85.9 80.7 75.8

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan 32.1 28.8 24.9
Feb 30.3 27 23.6
Mar 30.1 27.6 24.3
Apr 31.6 28.1 23.6
May 31.2 27.5 21.4
Jun 28.9 26.4 20.8
Jul 28.7 25.5 19.4
Aug 31.4 27.9 21.3
Sep 35.1 31.8 26.9
Oct 36.8 33.2 28.6
Nov 35.3 32.3 28.7
Dec 29.9 27.1 24.3

 


 
Please note that a value of 0 for snow in the graph below may either mean there was no snow, or that snow is unreported.

Chance of Precipitation

The graph below shows the % chance of rainy and snowy days in Chipata.

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Days with precipitation

Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Chipata (in).

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Snow depth

Average Rain and Snow by Month

Show Inches

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (in) Total Precipitation (in)
Jan 0% 0 0
Feb 0% 0 0
Mar 0% 0 0
Apr 0% 0 0
May 0% 0 0
Jun 0% 0 0
Jul 0% 0 0
Aug 0% 0 0
Sep 0% 0 0
Oct 0% 0 0
Nov 0% 0 0
Dec 0% 0 0

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 0 0 0
Feb 0 0 0
Mar 0 0 0
Apr 0 0 0
May 0 0 0
Jun 0 0 0
Jul 0 0 0
Aug 0 0 0
Sep 0 0 0
Oct 0 0 0
Nov 0 0 0
Dec 0 0 0
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Humidity and Wind

Chipata has some very humid months, and dry months in the opposite season. The least humid month is September (29.4% relative humidity), and the most humid month is February (70.6%).

Wind in Chipata is usually extremely calm. The windiest month is October, followed by September and November. October’s average wind speed of around 6.3 knots (7.3 MPH or 11.7 KPH) is considered “a light breeze.” Maximum sustained winds (the highest speed for the day lasting more than a few moments) are at their highest in mid October where average top sustained speeds reach 12.6 knots, which is considered a moderate breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

The graph below shows the average % humidity by month in Chipata.

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Avg. Relative Humidity

Wind

The graph below shows wind speed (max and average) in knots.

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Max Sustained Wind
Average Daily Wind

Average Wind Speeds

Show Wind Speeds

All wind speeds are in knots. 1 knot = 1.15 MPH or 1.85 KPH.

Month Avg. Wind Avg. Wind Feel Sustained High Wind High Wind Feel
Jan 2.7 Barely noticeable 7.5 Gentle breeze
Feb 1.2 Barely noticeable 5.3 Light breeze
Mar 2.4 Barely noticeable 6.4 Gentle breeze
Apr 2.7 Barely noticeable 5.7 Light breeze
May 3.3 Barely noticeable 6.3 Gentle breeze
Jun 2.9 Barely noticeable 6.3 Light breeze
Jul 4 Light breeze 7.5 Gentle breeze
Aug 4.4 Light breeze 7.1 Gentle breeze
Sep 5.3 Light breeze 8.5 Gentle breeze
Oct 6.3 Light breeze 9.6 Gentle breeze
Nov 4.4 Light breeze 8.2 Gentle breeze
Dec 2.8 Barely noticeable 7.3 Gentle breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 63.4%
Feb 70.6%
Mar 66.1%
Apr 58.8%
May 44.4%
Jun 34%
Jul 31.9%
Aug 30.9%
Sep 29.4%
Oct 30.4%
Nov 40.2%
Dec 68.3%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Chipata?

Our best data indicates this area is generally safe, except in a few regions. As of Dec 04, 2023 there are regional travel advisories for Zambia; exercise normal security precautions and avoid some areas. Check this page for any recent changes or regions to avoid: Travel Advice and Advisories. This advisory was last updated on Oct 26, 2023.


 

The Busiest and Least Crowded Months

The busiest month for tourism in Chipata, Zambia is August, followed by July and May. Prices for hotels and flights will be most expensive during these months, though you can save if you purchase well in advance. Tourists are unlikely to visit Chipata in October. Those willing to visit at these times will likely find it the least expensive month.

Estimated Tourism by Month

 

Most Popular Months to Visit

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Tourists Seeking Accommodations

Tourism graph is based on Google searches for services used by tourists relative to the rest of the year. Tourism data for this area is extrapolated based on nearby areas. Displayed data is calculated relative to the peak, so a score of 38.7 in October means 38.7% of the tourists vs. August.

 

 

Overall Chipata Travel Experience by Season

Fall (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel warm. Highs range from 91.4°F (33°C) and 83.7°F (28.7°C) with similar temperatures in the later months. Fall is the second busiest for tourism, which makes it a good time for those looking for things to do.

Winter (June through August)

The middle-year months have very comfortable weather with high temperatures that are quite warm. June – August is the busiest season for tourism in Chipata, so lodging and other accommodations may cost more than usual.

Spring (September through November)

Spring daily highs range from 103.1°F (39.5°C) and 87.8°F (31°C), which will feel warmer than comfortable given the humidity and wind. Tourism is the slowest during these months due to the weather, so hotels may be affordably priced.

Summer (December through February)

Weather is perfect this time of year in Chipata to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 93.2°F (34°C) and 83.7°F (28.7°C). These times of year are fairly slow with tourists.

 

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