February · Zambia
Best time to visit Livingstone in February Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Livingstone in February
Average temperature 25°C, 62 mm of rain, about 28 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 68% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
February score
8.0/10
Ranked #6 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 25°C
- Rainfall
- 62 mm
- Humidity
- 68%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 28
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $$ · Moderate Cost ($$)
February in Livingstone scores 8.0/10 for nature and wildlife travel - an above-average month (#6 of 12). Expect around 25°C, 62 mm of rain, and roughly 28 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Livingstone sits beside Victoria Falls in Zambia, the quieter side for rafting, river cruises and wildlife.
February in Livingstone: strong conditions, 6th of 12
Trail conditions at 25°C (76°F) favour early starts and shaded routes in February; midday is for water breaks, not for exposed climbs.
Budget for roughly 62 mm of rain this month — a flexible day or two helps — with about 28 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 12.6 hours of daylight to work around it.
That is 8/10 on the same scale — 6th of 12 months, versus 9.7/10 for the best month here.
Pack light clothing, a hat and real sun protection, a packable rain layer, footwear you can get muddy.
Expect mid-season pricing, and crowds are moderate.
If your dates are flexible, May is materially better in Livingstone — 1.7 points higher on the same scale.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Livingstone in February?
- In February, Livingstone averages 25°C, 62 mm of rain, and about 28 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 8.0/10.
- Is February a good time to visit Livingstone?
- February earns a 8.0/10 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 February?
- Expect about 62 mm of rain in February. Average humidity is 68% and there are about 28 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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