When is the best time to go to South Luangwa National Park?

When is the best time to go to South Luangwa National Park? Here's some information to help you in your decision:

  • The best months for good weather in South Luangwa National Park are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November
  • On average, the warmest months are September, October and November
  • South Luangwa National Park has dry periods in June, July, August and September
  • The rainiest months are January, February and December


Annual weather in South Luangwa National Park

For full information about the climate and weather in South Luangwa National Park a specific month, click on the corresponding line below:

Month
January 72°F/83°F
20in
February 72°F/83°F
18.7in
March 72°F/83°F
13.9in
April 68°F/83°F
3.1in
May 67°F/83°F
0.8in
June 65°F/79°F
0.1in
July 63°F/79°F
0.1in
August 68°F/86°F
0.1in
September 76°F/94°F
0.1in
October 79°F/97°F
0.8in
November 79°F/94°F
6.5in
December 76°F/86°F
18in


Weather and climate in South Luangwa National Park

South Luangwa National Park enjoys a monsoon-influenced humid subtropical climate in accordance with the Köppen-Geiger classification. The yearly average maximum temperature in South Luangwa National Park is 86°F (ranging from 79°F in july to 97°F in october). Annual rainfall is 82in, with a minimum of 0.1in in september and a maximum of 20in in january.
  • From january to february the climate is very bad. the thermometer goes up to 83°F°C and it rains in february about 18.7in.
  • In march the climate is not good, but still OK. At lunchtime, it's 83°F in average and, in march, 19 days of rain are expected.
  • In april the climate is good. By early evening, the temperature averages 68°F.
  • Between the months of may and october the climate is perfect. At lunchtime, it's 97°F in average and it rains about 3% of the time in october.
  • In november the climate is beautiful. It is for example 94°F as maximum temperature in november and it rains about 6.5in each month.
  • In the month of december the climate is unfavorable. By early evening, the temperature averages 74°F and it rains in december about 18in.

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Charts: temperature and rainfall in South Luangwa National Park

In the charts below, you can see the following seasonal norms for the city of South Luangwa National Park: the minimum and maximum outdoor temperature, the risk and amount of monthly rainfall, daily average sunshine, and relative humidity for each month of the year.

Outside temperature

Precipitation (rainfall)

Daily sunshine hours

Humidity


Peak visitor numbers and tourist seasons in South Luangwa National Park

Find out when South Luangwa National Park has its high tourist season (the period when the influx of tourists is highest) and off-peak tourist season using our data and figures.

Tourist seasons in South Luangwa National Park

  • Very low season in South Luangwa National Park
    The months with the lowest number of tourists are: January.
  • Low season in South Luangwa National Park
    The months with low numbers of tourists are: February and March.
  • High season in South Luangwa National Park
    The number of visitors to South Luangwa National Park is high in: April, May, June, September and November.
  • Peak season in South Luangwa National Park
    The largest number of tourists visiting South Luangwa National Park is during: July, August, October and December.

Figure: Visitor index for South Luangwa National Park month by month



Best time for low prices in South Luangwa National Park

Average prices of hotels in South Luangwa National Park month by month

Generally, September is the month with the lowest hotel prices in South Luangwa National Park. So this is a great time to save on your holiday! In contrast, February is statistically the most expensive month of the year for hotels.

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Average price of hiring a car in South Luangwa National Park

On average, it costs $ 79 per day to hire a car in South Luangwa National Park. This price varies by $ 7.6 depending on the month. In april, hiring a car costs an average of $ 75 per 24 hours, so this is the best time to save money! In contrast, the average price in july is $ 83.

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