Monthly climate guide
Ndola weather in December
Expect hot weather in Ndola in December: afternoons reach about 27°C (81°F), while nights drop to around 18°C (64°F). Around 260 mm of rain falls over the month (very wet), and skies are often cloudy. Daytime highs are 5°C cooler than November and about the same as January.
What stands out in December
- Humidity near 79% makes 27°C feel stickier than it sounds.
- Just 270 km apart, but Ndola runs about 2°C cooler than Lusaka this month.
- This is rainy-season territory in Ndola: short, heavy downpours are typical.
- Rain is above Ndola's usual level, by about 202%.
Avg high
27°C
81°F
Avg low
18°C
64°F
Rainfall
260 mm
very wet
Humidity
79%
relative
Sky
87%
cloud · often cloudy
Ndola weather by month
Show the monthly averages as a table
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rain | Humidity | Cloud cover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 26°C / 78°F | 18°C / 64°F | 306 mm | 84% | 89% |
| February | 26°C / 78°F | 18°C / 64°F | 202 mm | 84% | 89% |
| March | 26°C / 79°F | 17°C / 63°F | 139 mm | 84% | 79% |
| April | 26°C / 79°F | 15°C / 59°F | 36 mm | 78% | 49% |
| May | 26°C / 79°F | 12°C / 54°F | 1 mm | 69% | 25% |
| June | 25°C / 78°F | 10°C / 49°F | 0 mm | 62% | 14% |
| July | 26°C / 79°F | 9°C / 49°F | 0 mm | 55% | 12% |
| August | 29°C / 85°F | 12°C / 53°F | 1 mm | 45% | 16% |
| September | 33°C / 91°F | 15°C / 59°F | 0 mm | 36% | 22% |
| October | 34°C / 94°F | 18°C / 65°F | 9 mm | 39% | 46% |
| November | 32°C / 89°F | 19°C / 66°F | 78 mm | 56% | 72% |
| December | 27°C / 81°F | 18°C / 64°F | 260 mm | 79% | 87% |
What to pack for December
- Light, breathable clothing (cotton or linen)
- A sun hat and high-SPF sunscreen
- A refillable water bottle
- A compact umbrella or packable rain jacket
- Water-resistant shoes
- Quick-dry fabrics — it feels stickier than the temperature suggests
Is December a good time to visit Ndola?
Compare the months in the chart above to find your ideal window.
Best time to visit Ndola →Other Zambia cities in December
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Ndola in December: quick answers
Is December a good time to visit Ndola?
December is one of the wetter months in Ndola, with about 260 mm of rain. You can still go: pack a rain jacket and keep plans flexible.
How warm is Ndola in December?
Average highs are about 27°C (81°F) and average lows about 18°C (64°F), based on 10 years of daily data.
Does it rain a lot in Ndola in December?
Ndola typically gets around 260 mm of rain in December — very wet.
Figures are long-term averages for the area around Ndola (NASA POWER / ERA5, 2011–2020), not a forecast for a specific year. For upcoming days, see the live multi-source forecast.