Weather · MayZambia weather in May
Temperature, rain, what to pack, this month's events and prices
May in Zambia: an average of 19°, about 0 mm of rain for the month. Roughly 11h 20m of daylight, with light from about 06:26 to 17:46. May is comfortable for a trip to Zambia — good weather without the peak. A reasonable balance of price and experience.
Zambia in May
Every day in May, the multi-year average
May in Zambia, what works
Good weather for city walks, museums, markets and easy hikes. Bring a layer for the evening. Not really beach weather, but great for covering ground on foot.
What to pack: Layers: a shirt, a thin sweater and a light jacket for the evening. Comfortable closed shoes.
Holidays & events in Zambia
- 1 MayLabour Day
- 25 MayAfrican Freedom Day
On public holidays banks and offices close, some sites change hours and transport shifts, but it's also the best way to see living tradition.
Italy, The whole country at its best — coast, cities and countryside, before July–August.
Greece, Beach weather but still quiet; the sea is starting to warm.
Croatia, The Dalmatian coast is perfect, at shoulder-season prices.May in Zambia, FAQ
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Zambia — flights & hotels
Check prices for your dates. Booking early is well below the last-minute price.
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Sources: Climate: Open-Meteo 1991-2020 · Daylight: astronomical calculation · Holidays: date-holidays dataset