What’s the climate like in Zimbabwe?
The current climate of Zimbabwe features average monthly temperatures ranging from highs of 36°C during the day to lows of 26°C. The average yearly temperature is around 31°C. At night, temperatures in the colder months average around 9°C and in the warmer months around 20°C.
The highest temperature recorded in Zimbabwe in recent years was 40°C in October 2016. The lowest daytime temperature recorded was 18°C in July 2023.
On average, Zimbabwe receives 755 mm of precipitation each year. For comparison, UK gets 701 mm of precipitation annually.
The climate of Zimbabwe is based on weather data from Victoria Falls. Other locations might have different weather. You can check out all destinations in Zimbabwe for a full picture of the climate.
Best time to visit Zimbabwe?
The best time to visit Zimbabwe for sunny weather is March through September and November. During this period, you'll have good temperatures and not too much rain, making it a great time to visit Zimbabwe. In the other months of the year, there's too much rain or the temperature isn't ideal for a visit if you want sunny and pleasant weather.
Climate Table of Zimbabwe
The climate table of Zimbabwe shows the average temperatures, precipitation, and UV index per month. The table gives an overview of the average day and night temperatures in degrees Celsius, the total amount of precipitation in millimetres, the total snowfall in centimetres, and the UV index for each month. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it's snow or hail.
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| Temp. max (°C) | 30 | 31 | 31 | 30 | 29 | 26 | 26 | 30 | 34 | 36 | 34 | 32 |
| Temp. min (°C) | 20 | 19 | 19 | 16 | 12 | 10 | 9 | 12 | 17 | 20 | 21 | 20 |
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| Precipitation (mm) | 206 | 209 | 99 | 27 | 0,7 | 0,5 | 0,4 | 0,1 | 0,5 | 9,8 | 61 | 141 |
| UV Index | 8 | 8 | 8 | 8 | 8 | 8 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 10 | 9 | 9 |
Click on the month name to see more weather details, like daily averages, temperatures, and precipitation for the past years in that month.
- Average yearly temperature: 31°C
- Highest temperature: 36°C in October
- Lowest temperature: 26°C in June and July
- Precipitation: 755 mm per year, averaging 63 mm per month
- Driest months: 0,1 mm in August, 0,4 mm in July and 0,5 mm in June
- Wettest months: 209 mm in February, 206 mm in January and 141 mm in December
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Average Temperature per Month in Zimbabwe
This graph shows the average maximum temperatures per month in Zimbabwe. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and the average is calculated based on the recorded temperatures per month from past years.
Average Precipitation per Month in Zimbabwe
This graph shows how much precipitation Zimbabwe gets on average per month. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it's snow or hail. This makes it easy to compare how much has fallen, regardless of the form of precipitation. The amount of precipitation is measured in millimetres and the average is calculated based on the recorded precipitation per month from past years.
Average UV Index per Month in Zimbabwe
This graph shows the average UV index per month in Zimbabwe. The UV index indicates the intensity of ultraviolet radiation and ranges from 0 to a maximum of 11.
Yearly Temperature in Zimbabwe
This graph shows the average yearly temperature in Zimbabwe. The yearly temperature, expressed in degrees Celsius, is the average of all twelve monthly temperatures summed up for that year.
Total Yearly Precipitation in Zimbabwe
This chart shows the total yearly precipitation in Zimbabwe over the past few years. The total yearly precipitation, measured in millimetres, is the sum of all the rain that fell in the twelve months of that year.
Weather experiences in Zimbabwe
The weather in Zimbabwe is rated an average of 3,5 out of 5 stars by 4 visitors. Have you been to Zimbabwe? Share your weather experience to help other visitors.
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February in Zimbabwe was a mix of sunshine and rain. The high temperatures were pleasant, but frequent thunderstorms could be treacherous. Bring sunscreen and an umbrella.— This text is automatically translated to English
The days were sunny and pleasantly warm, while the evenings were cool. A little rain, but nothing ruined the holiday.— This text is automatically translated to English
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Average Weather in Zimbabwe by Month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Zimbabwe. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.
