Eastern Zambia, Zambia: What to pack, what to wear, and when to go [2022]
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Traveling to Eastern Zambia, Zambia? If you're planning to go to Eastern Zambia, the following is some important information about when to go, what to wear, and what to pack.
Contents
- When to go to Eastern Zambia
- Important essentials for Eastern Zambia
- Activities for Eastern Zambia
- Eastern Zambia in January: weather and what to pack
- Eastern Zambia in February: weather and what to pack
- Eastern Zambia in March: weather and what to pack
- Eastern Zambia in April: weather and what to pack
- Eastern Zambia in May: weather and what to pack
- Eastern Zambia in June: weather and what to pack
- Eastern Zambia in July: weather and what to pack
- Eastern Zambia in August: weather and what to pack
- Eastern Zambia in September: weather and what to pack
- Eastern Zambia in October: weather and what to pack
- Eastern Zambia in November: weather and what to pack
- Eastern Zambia in December: weather and what to pack

About your travel guide
Hi! I'm Dev. I've traveled all over the world and in my travels, I have made many packing lists. In this series, my team and I have compiled the most useful information, as well as things we couldn't live without, to help you plan your trip.
When to go to Eastern Zambia, Zambia
Based on the climate and weather in Eastern Zambia, the best time to go is May. See below for details.
Important essentials for Eastern Zambia, Zambia
Here are some general tips on what to wear in Eastern Zambia, as well as several items to remember to pack when traveling there.
COVID-19 ESSENTIALS FOR 2022
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Travel disinfecting wipes
Use these to sanitize plane and hotel surfaces.
Travel insurance
If you or a companion get COVID-19, your amazing trip can be ruined. Good travel insurance can help. See plans
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Kids' KN95 masks
N95 masks don't exist for kids. These are a good alternative (and can also be used by adults if N95 masks are not available).
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A vaccine card protector
Vaccine cards frequently become worn. An unreadable vaccination card can have severe consequences. This vaccine card protector helps avoid that.
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N95 masks to use in crowded airports
These N95 masks provide the best level of COVID protection possible.
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Hand sanitizer
This hand sanitizer is an excellent plane-friendly choice.
General health necessities
Virus/bacteria filtering water bottle
Some areas of this country may have unreliable tap water, so it's wise to have a contaminant filtering water bottle.
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Travel first aid kit
This one is a excellent option.
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Emergency motion sickness relief
Don't forget these
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Money/passport pouch
A money pouch is vital for protecting your passport and credit cards.
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Plug adapter
A plug adapter that supports outlet types C, D and G. This one works in most areas, but check with your hotel.
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Power bank for devices
A portable power bank, like this one
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For families with young children
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Airplane or car necessities
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Emergency phone
For this area, we suggest a good satellite phone. We recommend this satellite phoneHowever, in cities, a SIM card that works in Eastern Zambia may be sufficient. A good global SIM card is this one, but check the details before buying.
What to wear/what to pack for Eastern Zambia, Zambia by month
Already know when you're traveling?
January
If you go to Eastern Zambia in January, you will notice that it is extremely warm. Daytime temperatures are in the low 80s F (high 20s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
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Light skirts
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Bug repellent
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Sunscreen lotion
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Short pants or heavy shorts
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Light dresses
You can find some great options here
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Long and short sleeve shirts
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Sandals
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Breathable footwear or sandals
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Extra socks
February
Traveling to Eastern Zambia in February, you will notice that it is pretty consistently hot. Daytime temperatures are in the low 80s F (high 20s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
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Sunscreen lotion
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Long and short sleeve shirts
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Short pants or heavy shorts
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Light skirts
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Sandals
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Breathable footwear or sandals
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Light dresses
You can find some great options here
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Bug repellent
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Extra socks
March
March is pretty consistently hot. Temperatures average in the low 80s F (high 20s C) during the day.
What to wear/what to pack:
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Bug repellent
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Long and short sleeve shirts
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Short pants or heavy shorts
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Sunscreen lotion
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Light skirts
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Sandals
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Extra socks
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Breathable footwear or sandals
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Light dresses
You can find some great options here
April
Traveling to Eastern Zambia in April, you will notice that it is a perfect temperature. Daytime temperatures are in the high 70s F (mid 20s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
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Bug repellent
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Sandals
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Breathable footwear or sandals
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Short pants or heavy shorts
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Light skirts
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Extra socks
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Long and short sleeve shirts
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Light dresses
You can find some great options here
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Sunscreen lotion
May
If you go to Eastern Zambia in May, you will notice that it is a perfect temperature. Daytime temperatures are in the high 70s F (mid 20s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
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Bug repellent
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Light skirts
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Long and short sleeve shirts
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Sunscreen lotion
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Light dresses
You can find some great options here
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Sandals
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Extra socks
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Breathable footwear or sandals
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Short pants or heavy shorts
June
If you vacation in Eastern Zambia during June, you are likely to see that it is warm. Temperatures tend to hover around the 70s F (mid 20s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the low 50s F (low 10s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
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Long and short sleeve shirts
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Light skirts
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Sandals
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Sunscreen lotion
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Short pants or heavy shorts
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Extra socks
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Breathable footwear or sandals
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Light dresses
You can find some great options here
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Bug repellent
July
If you visit Eastern Zambia during July, you might find that it is warm. Temperatures tend to hover around the 70s F (mid 20s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the low 50s F (low 10s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
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Extra socks
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Sandals
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Light dresses
You can find some great options here
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Bug repellent
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Light skirts
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Short pants or heavy shorts
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Breathable footwear or sandals
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Sunscreen lotion
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Long and short sleeve shirts
August
Traveling to Eastern Zambia in August, you will notice that it is warm. Daytime temperatures are in the high 70s F (mid 20s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
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Sunscreen lotion
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Short pants or heavy shorts
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Bug repellent
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Long and short sleeve shirts
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Light dresses
You can find some great options here
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Breathable footwear or sandals
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Light skirts
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Sandals
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Extra socks
September
If you go to Eastern Zambia in September, you will notice that it is pretty consistently hot. Daytime temperatures are in the 80s F (high 20s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
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Skirts
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Loose-fit shorts
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Waterproof sandals
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Bug repellent
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Insulated water bottle
Our first choice also removes dangerous contaminants:
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Breatheable shirts
A cooling shirt can keep you cool and protect you from the sun:
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Cool and dry dresses
These dresses to provide UV protection and keep you cool.
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Sunglasses
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Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
October
October here can be sweltering. Temperatures average in the low 80s F (low 30s C) during the day.
What to wear/what to pack:
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Skirts
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Waterproof sandals
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Sunglasses
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Bug repellent
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Cool and dry dresses
These dresses can provide UV protection and keep you cool.
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Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
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Insulated water bottle
Our first choice also filters harmful contaminants:
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Loose-fit shorts
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Breatheable shirts
A breatheable shirt can keep you cool and guard against the sun:
November
November in Eastern Zambia is really hot. Temperatures average in the high 80s F (low 30s C) during the day.
What to wear/what to pack:
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Breatheable shirts
A good breatheable shirt can cool you down quickly and protect you from skin damage:
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Cool and dry dresses
These dresses can provide UV protection and help you stay cool.
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Waterproof sandals
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Bug repellent
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Loose-fit shorts
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Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
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Insulated water bottle
Our fave also removes contaminants:
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Sunglasses
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Skirts
December
December in Eastern Zambia is hot. The rain can amount to several inches/centimeters. During this time, temperatures average in the low 70s F (low 20s C) to low 80s F (high 20s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
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Cool and dry dresses
These dresses can provide UV protection and cool you.
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Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
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Bug repellent
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Skirts
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Insulated water bottle
Our first choice also filters contaminants:
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Breatheable shirts
A good breatheable shirt can keep you comfortable and guard against the sun:
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Loose-fit shorts
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Waterproof sandals
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Sunglasses
Activities for Eastern Zambia, Zambia
Here are some activity recommendations and activity-specific packing tips for Eastern Zambia.
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