Kilwa Island Island
Island in Luapula Province with local settlements
Kilwa Island in Luapula Province lies on Lake Mweru and draws fishing communities, small‑boat travel and visitors interested in riverine life.
Kilwa Island at a Glance#
Best Time to Visit Kilwa Island#
The dry season (May-October) is generally the best time to visit for more reliable travel and outdoor activities.
Dry season
May-Oct · ~15-30°C
Drier conditions and easier travel by boat or road; best time for exploring and local transport reliability.
Rainy season
Nov-Apr · ~20-30°C
Heavy rains and higher water levels can make travel and outdoor activities more difficult.
Weather & Climate near Kilwa Island#
Climate
Kilwa Island's climate is classified as Tropical Savanna - Tropical Savanna climate with consistently warm temperatures year-round. Temperatures range from 14°C to 32°C. Abundant rainfall (1088 mm/year), wettest in December with a pronounced dry season.
Air Quality:
AQI 75
Moderate
Best Time to Visit
JuneJulyAugust
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
37°
Warmest Month
10°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Good | 20° - 29° | 24° | 173 mm | overcast | 76% | 1.9 m/s | 2.3 extreme | 12.5h |
| February | Good | 20° - 29° | 24° | 155 mm | overcast | 75% | 1.7 m/s | 2.5 extreme | 12.3h |
| March | Good | 19° - 29° | 24° | 195 mm | overcast | 76% | 2.0 m/s | 2.5 extreme | 12.0h |
| April | Very Good | 19° - 30° | 24° | 113 mm | partly cloudy | 74% | 2.6 m/s | 2.4 extreme | 11.8h |
| May | Ideal | 17° - 29° | 23° | 18 mm | clear | 65% | 2.6 m/s | 2.1 extreme | 11.6h |
| June | Ideal | 15° - 28° | 21° | 0 mm | clear | 58% | 2.3 m/s | 1.8 very high | 11.5h |
| July | Ideal | 14° - 28° | 21° | 0 mm | clear | 52% | 2.6 m/s | 1.7 very high | 11.5h |
| August | Ideal | 16° - 29° | 22° | 1 mm | clear | 44% | 2.9 m/s | 1.9 very high | 11.7h |
| September | Ideal | 18° - 31° | 25° | 14 mm | mostly sunny | 41% | 2.3 m/s | 2.1 extreme | 11.9h |
| October | Excellent | 20° - 32° | 26° | 64 mm | partly cloudy | 49% | 2.3 m/s | 2.3 extreme | 12.2h |
| November | Good | 20° - 30° | 25° | 149 mm | overcast | 65% | 2.0 m/s | 2.3 extreme | 12.4h |
| December | Good | 20° - 29° | 24° | 206 mm | overcast | 74% | 1.9 m/s | 2.2 extreme | 12.5h |