ZMD forecasts isolated rains

The Zambia Meteorological Department (ZMD) has forecast isolated rainfall over Northwestern, Southern, Western and Copperbelt Provinces, including the northern parts of Luapula and Northern Provinces. According to a weather alert issued by the ZMD, the forecast covers the…

The Zambia Meteorological Department (ZMD) has forecast isolated rainfall over Northwestern, Southern, Western and Copperbelt Provinces, including the northern parts of Luapula and Northern Provinces.

According to a weather alert issued by the ZMD, the forecast covers the period from September 20 to October 1, 2026.

The Department said the anticipated rainfall will be influenced by a moderate, moist and unstable northwesterly airflow associated with the Congo Air Boundary (CAB), which is expected to affect the western and extreme northern parts of the country.

The Department also indicates that the rest of the country would be under a moderate and warm easterly airflow during the forecast period.

Lusaka, Central, Eastern and Muchinga Provinces, including the southern parts of Luapula and Northern Provinces, also have a chance of experiencing isolated rainfall.

The ZMD said most parts of the country are expected to experience windy conditions at times, while daytime temperatures are likely to remain elevated.

The Department has advised farmers and members of the public to secure harvested crops from possible rainfall.

It has also urged the Food Reserve Agency (FRA) to ensure that crop stocks at satellite depots are adequately protected.

People with respiratory conditions, particularly the elderly and children, have been advised to avoid prolonged exposure to dusty and windy conditions while users of water transport have further been urged to exercise extreme caution due to strong winds expected over water bodies.

Motorists have also been advised to avoid parking under trees because of the risk of falling branches.

The public has meanwhile been encouraged to stay hydrated and take necessary precautions against high daytime temperatures.