Climate guide for Livingstone, Zambia

Livingstone in March

Weather, crowds & best time to visit

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March · Zambia

Best time to visit Livingstone in March Weather, crowds & prices

Weather in Livingstone in March

Average temperature 25°C, 121 mm of rain, about 29 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 65% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).

March score

7.1/10

Ranked #9 of 12 months

Full year for Livingstone
Avg temp
25°C
Rainfall
121 mm
Humidity
65%
Days with 6h+ sun
29
Crowd Density
Quiet / Uncrowded
Average Expenses
$ · Budget Friendly ($)

March in Livingstone scores 7.1/10 for nature and wildlife travel - ranked #9 of 12. Expect around 25°C, 121 mm of rain, and roughly 29 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.

Livingstone sits beside Victoria Falls in Zambia, the quieter side for rafting, river cruises and wildlife.

March in Livingstone — reliably good (9th best month)

March averages 25°C (77°F) — warm for the outdoors: start trails early, use shaded routes at midday, and carry more water than you think you need.

Monthly rainfall reaches 121 mm — wet for this destination — but about 29 days with 6+ hours of sunshine still break through, so keep one indoor fallback in the plan.

It scores 7.1/10 here, 9th of 12 months, against 9.7/10 in the destination's best month.

Pack light clothing, a hat and real sun protection, a proper rain shell rather than an umbrella, footwear you can get muddy.

Plan for low-season pricing, with crowds are light for this destination.

Flexible dates? May scores 2.6 points higher here — enough to change the trip.

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Frequently asked

What is the weather like in Livingstone in March?
In March, Livingstone averages 25°C, 121 mm of rain, and about 29 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 7.1/10.
Is March a good time to visit Livingstone?
March earns a 7.1/10 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 March?
Expect about 121 mm of rain in March. Average humidity is 65% and there are about 29 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.

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