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Livingstone

Visit in September — score 89/100 · avg high 92°F · feels like 73°F · 0 rainy days

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Monthly Travel Scores

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January

84°/68°F · Feels 79°F
23 rain days
13.0h daylight
Moderate crowds
Below avg

February

84°/68°F · Feels 80°F
19 rain days
12.6h daylight
Moderate crowds
Below avg

March

84°/67°F
13 rain days
12.1h daylight
Moderate crowds
Below avg

April

83°/63°F
6 rain days
11.6h daylight
Moderate crowds
Average

May

#3
81°/56°F
0 rain days
11.2h daylight
Moderate crowds
Average

June

78°/52°F · Feels 60°F
0 rain days
10.9h daylight
High crowds
Above avg

July

78°/51°F · Feels 59°F
0 rain days
11.0h daylight
High crowds
Average

August

85°/56°F · Feels 66°F
0 rain days
11.4h daylight
High crowds
Average

September

Top Pick
92°/63°F · Feels 73°F
0 rain days
11.9h daylight
High crowds
Above avg

October

#2
96°/69°F
2 rain days
12.4h daylight
High crowds
Average

November

92°/70°F
13 rain days
12.9h daylight
Moderate crowds
Below avg

December

88°/69°F
17 rain days
13.1h daylight
Moderate crowds
Below avg

Monthly Weather Data

MonthScoreAvg °FHigh °FLow °FRain DaysPrecip (mm)DaylightCrowdsCost
January4575°84°68°2319913.0hModerateBelow avg
February4875°84°68°1918012.6hModerateBelow avg
March6675°84°67°137712.1hModerateBelow avg
April7972°83°63°62911.6hModerateAverage
May8669°81°56°0011.2hModerateAverage
June7265°78°52°0010.9hHighAbove avg
July7264°78°51°0011.0hHighAverage
August8471°85°56°0011.4hHighAverage
September8978°92°63°0011.9hHighAbove avg
October8782°96°69°2512.4hHighAverage
November6681°92°70°136212.9hModerateBelow avg
December5578°88°69°1715413.1hModerateBelow avg

Seasonal Breakdown

Spring

Score
81/100
High
94°F
Low
67°F
Rain days
5/mo
Crowds
high

Spring in Livingstone (September, October, November) brings average highs of 94°F and lows of 67°F, with about 5 rainy days per month. Expect high tourist crowds and average accommodation rates. The overall travel score averages 81/100, with September being the strongest month of the season at 89/100.

Summer

Score
49/100
High
85°F
Low
68°F
Rain days
20/mo
Crowds
moderate

Summer in Livingstone (December, January, February) brings average highs of 85°F and lows of 68°F, with about 20 rainy days per month. Expect moderate tourist crowds and budget-friendly accommodation rates. The overall travel score averages 49/100, with December being the strongest month of the season at 55/100.

Fall

Score
77/100
High
83°F
Low
62°F
Rain days
7/mo
Crowds
moderate

Fall in Livingstone (March, April, May) brings average highs of 83°F and lows of 62°F, with about 7 rainy days per month. Expect moderate tourist crowds and average accommodation rates. The overall travel score averages 77/100, with May being the strongest month of the season at 86/100.

Winter

Score
76/100
High
80°F
Low
53°F
Rain days
0/mo
Crowds
high

Winter in Livingstone (June, July, August) brings average highs of 80°F and lows of 53°F, with about 0 rainy days per month. Expect high tourist crowds and above average accommodation rates. The overall travel score averages 76/100, with August being the strongest month of the season at 84/100.

Crowd and cost data estimated from regional travel patterns for this destination.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best month to visit Livingstone?
The best month to visit Livingstone is September, with an overall travel score of 89/100. Expect average highs of 92°F, about 0 rainy days, and high tourist crowds.
Is Livingstone expensive in summer?
Summer prices in Livingstone are relatively moderate, averaging 113% of the annual rate. The most affordable month is December.
What is the weather like in Livingstone in December?
December in Livingstone has average highs of 88°F and lows of 69°F, with approximately 17 rainy days and 13.1 hours of daylight. The overall travel score for December is 55/100.
When is the cheapest time to visit Livingstone?
The most affordable time to visit Livingstone is December, when accommodation prices are at their lowest. Tourist crowds are moderate in December, making it a good option if you prefer fewer tourists. The least favorable month overall is January (score: 45/100).

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