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Kafue National Park

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Kafue National Park

Zambia
Best timeMay–Oct
Set inZambia
In season~84°F high
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2018–2023 averages, not a forecast. Wet days estimate days with at least 1 mm of rain or snow using a calibrated ERA5 threshold. Contains modified Copernicus Climate Change Service information. Weather data by Open-Meteo.com (AWS Open Data, CC BY 4.0).

ERA5 via Open-Meteo AWS Open Data

54–93°F
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Map showing the location of Kafue National Park
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Historical monthly weather

Sweet spotPeak May–Sep. Go in Apr, Oct for similar weather.

Sunny share of daylightAug · 85%
WarmestOct · 93°F
WettestJan
Best windowMay–Oct
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Bar height is the typical daytime high; color shows sunny share of daylight. The shaded months are the ideal window to go.
Weather data & source

2018–2023 averages, not a forecast. Wet days estimate days with at least 1 mm of rain or snow using a calibrated ERA5 threshold. Contains modified Copernicus Climate Change Service information. Weather data by Open-Meteo.com (AWS Open Data, CC BY 4.0). Sunny share of daylight is calibrated from daytime cloud cover. ERA5 via Open-Meteo AWS Open Data

Zambia's largest park and one of Africa's biggest, Kafue is thin on crowds and thick on cats: leopard, lion, and a healthy population of roan and sable antelope across floodplain and miombo woodland.

Best time to visit

Aim for May–Oct, the 6 months that line up best.

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Frequently asked questions

When is the best time to visit Kafue National Park?

The best time to visit Kafue National Park is May–October, in Zambia.

Where is Kafue National Park?

Kafue National Park is in Zambia.

What is Kafue National Park known for?

Zambia's largest park and one of Africa's biggest, Kafue is thin on crowds and thick on cats: leopard, lion, and a healthy population of roan and sable antelope across floodplain and miombo woodland.

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