When to go · Chipata
Chipata in October
Good month. Outside the best window (May–Aug (dry, cooler); late Feb for Ncwala, Aug for Kulamba). Across Zambia: 'Suicide month': 40 °C in the valleys; peak game; falls low.Good month. Outside the best window (May–Aug (dry, cooler); late Feb for Ncwala, Aug for Kulamba). Across Zambia: 'Suicide month': 104 °F in the valleys; peak game; falls low.
Key facts
- Verdict
- Good
- Temperature
- 32°C90°F / 18°C64°F
- average high / low
- Rain days
- 3
- Crowds
- Medium
- Zambia overall
- Prices
- High
- Zambia overall
Verdict
Outside the best window (May–Aug (dry, cooler); late Feb for Ncwala, Aug for Kulamba). Across Zambia: 'Suicide month': 40 °C in the valleys; peak game; falls low.Outside the best window (May–Aug (dry, cooler); late Feb for Ncwala, Aug for Kulamba). Across Zambia: 'Suicide month': 104 °F in the valleys; peak game; falls low.
Weather in October
- ChipataHighs around 32 °C, lows around 18 °C, rain on about 3 daysHighs around 90 °F, lows around 64 °F, rain on about 3 days
Crowds and prices
- Crowds · Zambia overall
- Medium
- Prices · Zambia overall
- High
Zambia overall: 'Suicide month': 40 °C in the valleys; peak game; falls low.
High-price month: see what to book ahead.
What to pack
- Light, breathable clothes, a sun hat and sunscreen