Lusaka weather in October
October in Lusaka: hot, dry — an excellent time to visit.
#7 of 12 months in Lusaka · #199 of 604 destinations to visit in October · comfort 83/100 (tier A)
Updated June 2026 · climate normals from ERA5 reanalysis
Lusaka climate normals — October
| Daytime high | 31°C / 88°F | 🥵 hot |
|---|---|---|
| Nighttime low | 20°C / 68°F | |
| Feels like (high) | 31°C / 88°F | |
| Rainfall | 11 mm / 0.4 in | ☀️ dry |
| Rainy days | 3 days | |
| Humidity | 37% | 🌵 dry |
| Dew point | 9°C / 48°F | |
| Sunshine | 11.5 h/day | |
| Daylight | 12.4 h | |
| Wind | 21 km/h / 13 mph | |
| Air quality (US AQI) | 51 | 🙂 moderate |
Monthly averages from ERA5 reanalysis. AQI is the mean US Air Quality Index for the month.
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Lusaka in October — FAQ
- Is October a good time to visit Lusaka?
- October in Lusaka: hot, dry — an excellent time to visit. It ranks #7 of 12 months for Lusaka on SeasonMap's comfort score (83/100).
- What is the weather like in Lusaka in October?
- In October, Lusaka averages a daily high of 31.3°C and a low of 20.1°C, with about 10.5 mm of rain over roughly 2.6 rainy days.
- What is the air quality in Lusaka in October?
- Lusaka has a mean US Air Quality Index of about 51 in October.