What is the weather like in Livingstone in October?

Expect temperatures between 20°C and 35°C with 2% average rain probability and about 8 hours of sunshine daily.

What is the weather like in Livingstone in October?

Livingstone in October scores 62/100 based on 30 years of climate data. Worthwhile timing with some trade-offs.

Who should visit Livingstone in October?

October in Livingstone is ideal for: Photographers, Cultural tourists, Honeymoon couples, Business travelers.

Livingstone Weather in October | 30-Year Forecast

Avg High

35°C

Hottest around day 25

Avg Low

20°C

Coolest around day 3

Rainy Days

0days

2% avg rain chance

Sunshine

8hrs/day

Autumn season

Essential Travel Info for Livingstone

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Currency

ZMW

ZK Zambian kwacha

Language

English

Driving

Left side

Safety

High Safety

GPI: 1.841

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Remote

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Key Connections

Lusaka (LUN)

Cape Town (CPT)

Jo'anna OR Tambo (JNB)

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta (NBO)

Health & Safety Advisory

CDC travel health recommendations

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COVID-19

All eligible travelers should be up to date with their COVID-19 vaccines. Please seeYour COVID-19 Vaccinationfor more information.

Cholera

Active cholera transmission iswidespreadin Zambia. Cholera is rare in travelers.Certain factorsmay increase the risk of getting cholera or having severe disease (more information). Avoiding unsafe food and water and washing your hands can also help prevent cholera.Vaccination may be considered for children and adults who are traveling to areas of active cholera transmission.

Hepatitis A

Recommended for unvaccinated travelers one year old or older going to Zambia.Infants 6 to 11 months old should also be vaccinated against Hepatitis A. The dose does not count toward the routine 2-dose series.Travelers allergic to a vaccine component should receive a single dose of immune globulin, which provides effective protection for up to 2 months depending on dosage given.Unvaccinated travelers who are over 40 years old, are immunocompromised, or have chronic medical conditions planning to depart to a risk area in less than 2 weeks should get the initial dose of vaccine and at the same appointment receive immune globulin.

Hepatitis B

Recommended for unvaccinated travelers younger than 60 years old traveling to Zambia. Unvaccinated travelers 60 years and older may get vaccinated before traveling to Zambia.

Malaria

CDC recommends that travelers going to Zambia take prescription medicine to prevent malaria. Depending on the medicine you take, you will need to start taking this medicine multiple days before your trip, as well as during and after your trip. Talk to your doctor about which malaria medication you should take.Transmission areasAllDrug resistanceChloroquineSpeciesP. falciparum(primarily)P. malariae,P. ovale, andP. vivax(less commonly)Recommended chemoprophylaxisAtovaquone-proguanil, doxycycline, mefloquine, tafenoquine2Updated April 23, 2025See footnotes

Measles

Cases of measles are on the rise worldwide. Travelers are at risk of measles if they have not been fully vaccinated at least two weeks prior to departure, or have not had measles in the past, and travel internationally to areas where measles is spreading.All international travelers should be fully vaccinated against measles with the measles-mumps-rubella (MMR) vaccine, including an early dose for infants 6–11 months, according toCDC’s measles vaccination recommendations for international travel.

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Is October a Good Time to Visit Livingstone?

👌Worthwhile timing with some trade-offs(62/100)

Short Answer

October offers scorching but dry heat in Livingstone: 35°C highs with just 2% rain probability. Desert conditions mean comfortable evenings but challenging midday hours.

Decision Factors

Very hot conditions

34.8°C average highs - limit midday exposure

Vaccinations required

Yellow Fever

Excellent dry conditions

Only 2% rain probability - ideal for outdoor activities

Health precautions needed

Be aware of: Leptospirosis, Schistosomiasis, African Sleeping Sickness (African Trypanosomiasis)

Plenty of sunshine

11.5h of sunshine daily

Shoulder season - balanced conditions

50% of peak - good value with moderate crowds

Good For

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Photographers
11.5h sunshine, 74% clear skies for golden hour shots
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Cultural tourists
Comfortable conditions for exploring museums and sites
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Honeymoon couples
Wedding score 92/100 with romantic weather conditions
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Business travelers
Climate-controlled meetings unaffected by weather

Who Should Avoid

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Heat-sensitive visitors
35°C feels-like temperature creates discomfort

"According to 30YearWeather's analysis of 30 years of NASA POWER satellite data,Livingstone in October averages 35°C with 2% precipitation probability."

📊 Source: 30YearWeather.com🛰️ Data: NASA POWER (1991-2021)View Methodology →

Frequently Asked Questions: Livingstone in October

What are the temperatures in Livingstone in October?

Daytime highs average 35°C, nights drop to 20°C. There's a significant day/night temperature swing.

How many rainy days in Livingstone in October?

Expect around 0 days with measurable rainfall. Rain is unlikely to disrupt plans.

What to wear in Livingstone in October?

Light, breathable fabrics. Don't forget sunglasses and a hat.

Is October peak season in Livingstone?

This is shoulder season—moderate prices and manageable crowds.

Livingstone Weather in October

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