April · Zambia
Best time to visit Livingstone in April Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Livingstone in April
Average temperature 23°C, 40 mm of rain, about 25 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 60% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
April score
8.9/10
Ranked #5 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 23°C
- Rainfall
- 40 mm
- Humidity
- 60%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 25
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $$ · Moderate Cost ($$)
April in Livingstone scores 8.9/10 for nature and wildlife travel - an above-average month (#5 of 12). Expect around 23°C, 40 mm of rain, and roughly 25 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Livingstone sits beside Victoria Falls in Zambia, the quieter side for rafting, river cruises and wildlife.
April in Livingstone — one of the year's strongest windows (5th)
Trail conditions at 23°C (74°F) favour early starts and shaded routes in April; midday is for water breaks, not for exposed climbs.
With around 40 mm of rain, any showers tend to pass through rather than settle in; about 25 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 11.6 hours of daylight fill the rest.
On our climate-comfort scale this is one of the strongest months of the year for Livingstone at 8.9/10 (5th of 12), just behind May at 9.7/10.
Pack light clothing, a hat and real sun protection, footwear you can get muddy.
Expect mid-season pricing, and crowds are moderate.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Livingstone in April?
- In April, Livingstone averages 23°C, 40 mm of rain, and about 25 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 8.9/10.
- Is April a good time to visit Livingstone?
- April earns a 8.9/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Livingstone in April?
- Expect about 40 mm of rain in April. Average humidity is 60% and there are about 25 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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