Zambia in may: average Weather, Temperature and Climate, Where to go?
Weather in Zambia in may 2025
In this section, check out the weather forecast for the month of may for most popular cities in Zambia. These datas are probabilities for the month of may from weather reports for over 10 years. The percentage indicates the possibility of having the weather indicated.
Average weather in may in Lusaka
perfect weather UV index: 6
Weather at 6am
63°F
Clear/Sunny
62% of time
24%
13%
2%
Weather at 12pm
77°F
Clear/Sunny
58% of time
29%
12%
2%
Weather at 6pm
63°F
Clear/Sunny
71% of time
21%
8%
1%
Weather at 3am
58°F
59%
21%
17%
3%
Where to go in Zambia in may?
Where to go in Zambia in may: destination map
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Where to go in each region in may?
| East of Zambia (South Luangwa National Park, Mpika...) | 74°F to 83°F | 0 à 1 days | perfect weather |
| North of Zambia (Kitwe, Kasama, Nchelenge...) | 77°F to 81°F | 0 à 7 days | perfect weather* |
| South of Zambia (Lusaka, Livingstone, Victoria Falls...) | 77°F to 83°F | 0 à 1 days | perfect weather |
| West of Zambia (Kafue National Park, Mongu, Sesheke...) | 81°F to 85°F | 0 day | perfect weather |
Where should you go in Zambia in may when it comes to the weather?
Remember:
The climate in Zambia in may ranges from perfect to good depending on the region and city.
On the month of may the weather is perfect in Zambia, but partially because it concerns only the cities of South Luangwa National Park, Lusaka, Siavonga, Mongu, Livingstone, Kitwe, Kafue National Park and Victoria Falls. In these places, all the conditions are met for live fully your travel: the sun is here, rainfall is scarce and the humidity is not too high. It is therefore the ideal month to travel to these cities!
Apart from of South Luangwa National Park, of Lusaka, of Siavonga, of Mongu, of Livingstone, of Kitwe, of Kafue National Park and of Victoria Falls, the weather is good in Kasama. In this city, temperatures are attractive and allow you to visit and enjoy the sun.
Climate in Zambia in may
Climate in Lusaka in may
In the month of may, maximum temperature is 77°F and minimum temperature is 63°F (for an average temperature of 70°F). The climate pleasant here in the month of may. does not rain (or really exceptionally) during the month of may. You will not get wet during your journey!
With a perfect weather, may is a recommended time to go there.
| May | |||
| Average temperature | 70°F | ||
| Highest temperature | 77°F | ||
| Lowest temperature | 63°F | ||
| Rainfall | 0.5in | ||
| Number of days with rainfall | 1 day(s) (2%) | ||
| Humidity | 74% | ||
| Daily sunshine hours | 9 | ||
| Cloud cover | 18% | ||
| Length of day | 11:24 | ||
| Our opinion at whereandwhen.net | perfect |
Climate in Kafue National Park in may
In the month of may, the mean temperature in Kafue National Park is 72°F (maximum temperature is 81°F and minimum temperature is 61°F). The climate good in that area in may. It's raining really exceptionally during the month of may. You will be well dry for your holidays!
With a perfect climate, may is a recommended time to go there.
| May | |||
| Average temperature | 72°F | ||
| Highest temperature | 81°F | ||
| Lowest temperature | 61°F | ||
| Rainfall | 0.1in | ||
| Number of days with rainfall | 0 day(s) (0%) | ||
| Humidity | 71% | ||
| Daily sunshine hours | 10 | ||
| Cloud cover | 14% | ||
| Length of day | 11:25 | ||
| Our opinion at whereandwhen.net | perfect |
Climate in Kitwe in may
In the month of may, maximum temperature is 79°F and minimum temperature is 63°F (for an average temperature of 70°F). The climate quite good around this city in the month of may. does not rain (or really exceptionally) during may. You will not get wet for your stay!
With a perfect climate, may is a recommended month to go in that area.
| May | |||
| Average temperature | 70°F | ||
| Highest temperature | 79°F | ||
| Lowest temperature | 63°F | ||
| Rainfall | 0.6in | ||
| Number of days with rainfall | 1 day(s) (3%) | ||
| Humidity | 77% | ||
| Daily sunshine hours | 9 | ||
| Cloud cover | 23% | ||
| Length of day | 11:31 | ||
| Our opinion at whereandwhen.net | perfect |
Climate in Livingstone in may
In the month of may, the mean temperature in Livingstone is 74°F (maximum temperature is 83°F and minimum temperature is 63°F). The climate quite good in this city in the month of may. It rains very rarely during this month. You will not get wet for your journey!
With a perfect weather, may is a recommended month to go there.
| May | |||
| Average temperature | 74°F | ||
| Highest temperature | 83°F | ||
| Lowest temperature | 63°F | ||
| Rainfall | 0.1in | ||
| Number of days with rainfall | 0 day(s) (0%) | ||
| Humidity | 59% | ||
| Daily sunshine hours | 9 | ||
| Cloud cover | 9% | ||
| Length of day | 11:17 | ||
| Our opinion at whereandwhen.net | perfect |
Climate in South Luangwa National Park in may
In the month of may, the mean temperature in South Luangwa National Park is 74°F (maximum temperature is 83°F and minimum temperature is 67°F). The climate quite nice here in may. With barely 0.8in over 1 days, rainfall is infrequent during your holidays.
With a perfect weather, may is an advisable month to go in that area.
| May | |||
| Average temperature | 74°F | ||
| Highest temperature | 83°F | ||
| Lowest temperature | 67°F | ||
| Rainfall | 0.8in | ||
| Number of days with rainfall | 1 day(s) (4%) | ||
| Humidity | 73% | ||
| Daily sunshine hours | 9 | ||
| Cloud cover | 20% | ||
| Length of day | 11:31 | ||
| Our opinion at whereandwhen.net | perfect |
All cities in Zambia in may
| Lusaka in may | perfect weather |
| Kafue National Park in may | perfect weather |
| Kitwe in may | perfect weather |
| Livingstone in may | perfect weather |
| South Luangwa National Park in may | perfect weather |
| Victoria Falls in may | perfect weather |
| Kasama in may | good weather |
| Mongu in may | perfect weather |
| Siavonga in may | perfect weather |
| Kansanshi in may | perfect weather |
| Mansa in may | perfect weather |
| Mpika in may | perfect weather |
| Nchelenge in may | good weather |
| Samfya in may | perfect weather |
| Sesheke in may | perfect weather |
Weather data for Zambia in may:
Weather data for Zambia in may is derived from an average of the weather forecast since 2009 in Zambia. There is a margin of error and these forecasts are to be considered as general information only. The weather in Zambia can vary slightly from year to year, but these predictions should limit surprises. So you can pack your bags and check when is the best time to go to Zambia.