Best time to go to Zambia 

Zambia's distinctive seasons provide visitors with different perspectives depending on the time of year. As Zambia has a tropical climate, it is distinguished by a dry season and a wet season, instead of summer and winter.

Zambia: The dry season generally runs from May to October, while the wet season generally runs from November to March. During the dry season temperatures range from 6-24ºC while the wet season is much hotter, averaging 25-35ºC. During the dry season the bush thins out and game viewing is at its best, while the wet season is ideal for bird watching.

Due to an abundance of water after the rainy season, wildlife is scattered. This time is known as the Emerald Season because vegetation is lush, green and beautiful, but obscures game viewing. However, birdwatching is fantastic at this time of year - much better than during the dry season.

The dry season is from May to November and is the easiest time to travel, with June to August being the coolest months. October is the hottest month in Zambia, so be prepared for temperatures of over 40 degrees Celsius if you travel then.

The wet season, from December to April, has variable weather. In one day, you can have bright sunshine and heavy downpours. The rain does not usually last long, though, and the main downside of travelling to Zambia in the wet season is that many dirt roads become impassable.