September weather forecast
Zambia

September in Zambia sees the dry season persisting, with virtually no rainfall across the country. Both the northern regions such as the Copperbelt Province and the southern regions experience these dry conditions, marking September as one of the driest months of the year.

Temperatures in September continue to rise. Morning and evening temperatures average around 14°C (57.2°F), while daytime temperatures can reach up to 31°C (87.8°F), making it one of the hottest months of the year. In Lusaka, the capital city, these temperature averages hold consistent, with negligible rainfall.

When compared to August, September experiences a significant increase in temperature, particularly during the day, while rainfall remains virtually absent. This trend of dry and hot weather continues into October. The landscapes are dominantly brown, particularly in regions like the Luangwa Valley, due to the prolonged dry spell.

Even though September falls within Zambia's warm season, it is one of the hottest months. The absence of rain and the high temperatures make this a perfect time for activities such as wildlife safaris. As water resources become even scarcer, animals are more likely to concentrate around the remaining water sources, enhancing wildlife sighting opportunities.

The continuous dry conditions facilitate easy travel across the country, with road conditions typically good, even in rural areas. However, due to the significant rise in daytime temperatures but cool mornings and evenings, travellers should pack a combination of light clothing for the day and warm clothing for early mornings and evenings for their visit to Zambia in September.

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• Lusaka - September »
  In September, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 30.5°C (86.9°F) and 15.9°C (60.6°F) respectively. What time are sunrise and sunset in September in Lusaka?
• Kitwe - September »
  September in Kitwe, Zambia brings a slight increase in temperature, marking it as the hottest month of the year. On the first day of September in Kitwe, sunrise is at 06:11 and sunset at 18:03.
• Ndola - September »
  September is the least humid month in Ndola with an average relative humidity of 31%. The least humid month in Ndola is September, with an average relative humidity of 31%.
• Kabwe - September »
  September is the least humid month in Kabwe, with an average relative humidity of 40.7%. On the first day of September in Kabwe, sunrise is at 06:11 and sunset at 18:01.
• Chingola - September »
  On the first day of September in Chingola, sunrise is at 06:12 and sunset at 18:04. On the first day of September in Chingola, sunrise is at 06:12 and sunset at 18:04.
• Mufulira - September »
  The least humid month in Mufulira is September, with an average relative humidity of 30%. September is the first month it rains in Mufulira, Zambia.
• Luanshya - September »
  With an average relative humidity of 30%, September is the least humid month in Luanshya, Zambia. On the first day of September in Luanshya, sunrise is at 06:10 and sunset at 18:02.
• Livingstone - September »
  With an average relative humidity of 24%, September is the least humid month in Livingstone. September is the least humid month in Livingstone, with an average relative humidity of 24%.
• Kasama - September »
  September is the least humid month in Kasama, with an average relative humidity of 40%. With an average relative humidity of 40%, September is the least humid month in Kasama.
• Chipata - September »
  September is the least humid month in Chipata, with an average relative humidity of 39%. September is the only month when rain does not fall in Chipata, Zambia.
• Mazabuka - September »
  September is the least humid month in Mazabuka with an average relative humidity of 31%. The month of September sees a significant daily temperature drop, recording an average low-temperature of 17.1°C (62.8°F) in Mazabuka.