Chipata
Chipata, the administrative capital of Zambia's Eastern Province, serves as a practical hub for overland travellers moving between Malawi to the east, South Luangwa National Park to the west, and Lundazi to the north. Declared Zambia's fifth city in 2017, it has seen rapid infrastructure growth in recent years and draws a multicultural population. The surrounding area offers access to hills and water within easy reach of the centre.
Description drafted with AI from public sources such as Wikipedia and OpenStreetMap. How this works
- Population327,059
- Nearest water from center 1.9 km1.2 mi
- Nearest mountain from center 2.8 km1.7 mi
Nearest airports
Chipata: quick answers
Where is Chipata?
Chipata is in Zambia.
How do you get to Chipata?
The nearest airport is Chipata (CIP), about 37 min away by road.
What's the weather like in Chipata?
The warmest month is October, averaging 25°C77°F across day and night; the coolest is July, at 18°C64°F. The wettest month is January, with about 279 mm11.0 in of precipitation. (Monthly averages, 1991–2020.)
What's in Chipata?
OpenStreetMap lists 1 restaurant and 2 places of worship within 2 km of the centre.
What's near Chipata?
Other Wandering Well picks within 60 km include Chadiza.