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* Estimation d’après les coûts typiques
Meilleure période pour visiter : April, May, October
| Mois | Max. °C | Min. °C | Pluie mm |
|---|---|---|---|
| janv. | 28.5 | 18.9 | 268 |
| févr. | 29.0 | 18.6 | 226 |
| mars | 29.0 | 18.2 | 210 |
| avr. | 29.0 | 16.6 | 32 |
| mai | 28.4 | 14.2 | 6 |
| juin | 27.0 | 12.2 | 0 |
| juil. | 26.6 | 11.2 | 0 |
| août | 28.8 | 13.4 | 0 |
| sept. | 32.1 | 16.7 | 0 |
| oct. | 33.5 | 19.3 | 17 |
| nov. | 33.4 | 20.2 | 81 |
| déc. | 30.2 | 19.2 | 248 |
Moyennes 1991–2020, pas une prévision. Source : WMO climate normals (Msekera, 22 km from Chipata).
April, May and October are usually the best months to visit Chipata. Average daytime highs range from about 27°C in July to 34°C in October.
Plan from about US$32 a day on a backpacker budget to around US$79 for a typical visitor, covering accommodation, meals and local transport. These are estimates and vary by season.
Public transport includes bus and is rated fair. Walkability scores 70/100.
The nearest airport is Chipata Airport, about 20 km away. Transfer options include taxi and bus.
Overall safety is rated medium. Watch for overcharging for taxi services. Areas generally considered safe include City Center and Main Market. Check official travel advice before you go.
4G coverage is provided by MTN Zambia and Airtel Zambia, rated good. Plan for about 1 GB a day for maps, messaging and social media. A Zambia travel eSIM lets you get online on arrival without buying a local SIM.
Tap water is generally considered unsafe. If in doubt, follow local advice or choose bottled water.
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