The month in detail
What to expect in May
Autumn in Livingstone is often underrated: 27°C, golden light and declining crowds. An interesting window. Rain is virtually absent (1% of days) — ideal for planning without a backup.
May is the best month of the year in Livingstone. Compared to April: 6 pts fewer rainy days, +0.7h of sun per day.
This month's conditions
What it's like in May
UV index
7 · high
sunscreen and hat advised
Feels like
dry air
9°
Daylight
11.2h of daylight
Air quality
good
AQI 20
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Is May the right month?
May is actually the best month of the year in Livingstone. Good timing.
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Hotels at their lowest outside peak season, highest on comfortable months. Shoulder seasons offer a good price/climate compromise.
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Practical info
What you need to know before you go
Three angles: the country (language, currency, safety, budget), the year-round climate, and the specifics of a city break.
Country · Zambia
🗣️LanguageEnglish
💶CurrencyKwacha zambien (ZK)
🚗DrivingLeft-hand
🛡️Safety ⓘVery safe · 1/5
💰Cost of living ⓘVery cheap · 1/5
🌡️ Climate
🌍Climate typeTemperate
📈Climate trend ⓘStable
🔥Hottest monthOctober · 36°C
❄️Coolest monthJune · 25°C
🌧️Rainiest month ⓘJanuary · 38%
🏛️ City break
📅Tourist peak seasonJune → August
☔Indoor sights ⓘYear-round
🚇Public transportGood
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Location
Where is Livingstone ?
Global position + regional geographic context.
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🔍 Geographic context
ZambiaTemperate climate with a 9.5 → 5.0 gap between best and worst month. 10 years of ERA5 data to choose by project.
17.84°S · 25.86°E
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Livingstone?
May is the best month with 27.0°C highs, 14.0°C lows, 9.8h of sunshine and 1.0% rainy days. The months of May & August offer comparable conditions.
How many hours of sunshine does Livingstone get in May?
Livingstone averages 9.8 sunshine hours per day in May. It is the sunniest month with a climate score of 9.3/10.
What is the rainiest month in Livingstone?
October is the most unfavourable month with October has the lowest climate score of the year and the lowest climate score of the year.
What are the temperatures at night in Livingstone in May?
In May, overnight lows reach 14.0°C, while afternoon highs average 27.0°C.
Is Livingstone good in winter?
In winter (December-February), Livingstone scores 6.9/10 on average — Decent period conditions for cultural visits.. The best month overall remains May with a score of 9.3/10.
When should you avoid Livingstone?
October is the most difficult month to visit Livingstone, with October has the lowest climate score of the year. Climate conditions are at their lowest of the year during this period.
Do you need sun protection in Livingstone in May?
The average UV index reaches 7 in May in Livingstone (high), with about 11.2h of daylight. Sunscreen and hat advised.