Weather by month for central Zimbabwe, the best months to go and how Zimbabwe's regions differ, scored from 10 years of climate data.
May, Jun, Jul, Aug
The highest month scores: comfortable temperatures, little rain and plenty of sun.
Highs 22°C to 26°C · 2–4 rain days
Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, Sep, Oct
Still good weather, just not quite the top months.
Highs 25°C to 31°C · 3–18 rain days
Nov, Dec
No months with tough weather, but these are only average.
Highs 30°C to 31°C · 10–16 rain days
Weather by month
Average highs and lows, rain days, sunshine and our month score out of 10.
| Month | High / low | Rain days | Sunshine | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 27°C / 18°C | 18 days (179 mm) | 10.0 h/day | 6.3/10 |
| February | 28°C / 18°C | 15 days (145 mm) | 9.8 h/day | 6.2/10 |
| March | 27°C / 17°C | 12 days (69 mm) | 10.1 h/day | 7.3/10 |
| April | 25°C / 14°C | 7 days (39 mm) | 9.8 h/day | 8.5/10 |
| Best month: May | 24°C / 11°C | 2 days (8 mm) | 10.1 h/day | 9.5/10 |
| Best month: June | 22°C / 9°C | 4 days (15 mm) | 9.3 h/day | 9.3/10 |
| Best month: July | 22°C / 8°C | 3 days (10 mm) | 9.4 h/day | 9.3/10 |
| Best month: August | 26°C / 11°C | 2 days (6 mm) | 10.3 h/day | 9.6/10 |
| September | 29°C / 14°C | 3 days (10 mm) | 10.5 h/day | 7.8/10 |
| October | 31°C / 16°C | 5 days (22 mm) | 10.6 h/day | 6.8/10 |
| November | 31°C / 18°C | 10 days (67 mm) | 10.5 h/day | 5.7/10 |
| December | 30°C / 19°C | 16 days (158 mm) | 10.3 h/day | 5.1/10 |
Figures for central Zimbabwe; the country's best months are weighted across its cities. Best months are highlighted. How we score months
Month by month
27°C / 18°C · 18 rain days · 10.0 h sun
January is the wettest month, with 179 mm of rain over about 18.4 rain days. Highs reach 27.4°C and lows are 17.8°C. It still scores 6.3 and rates as good, but expect rain on most days and plan outdoor time around it.
28°C / 18°C · 15 rain days · 9.8 h sun
February stays warm, with highs of 27.6°C and lows of 17.9°C. Rain eases a little to 14.9 rain days and 145 mm. It scores 6.2 and rates as good, though it is still firmly in the wet season.
27°C / 17°C · 12 rain days · 10.1 h sun
March is a turning point. Rain drops to 11.6 rain days and 69 mm, and highs are 26.8°C. The score rises to 7.3, a good month, and conditions improve as the month goes on.
25°C / 14°C · 7 rain days · 9.8 h sun
April is the start of the best period. Highs are a pleasant 25.3°C, with only 7.4 rain days and 39 mm of rain. It scores 8.5, and nights cool to 14.3°C.
24°C / 11°C · 2 rain days · 10.1 h sun
May is one of the top months, with a score of 9.5. The rain almost stops, with just 2.4 rain days and 8 mm. Days are mild at 23.9°C, but nights drop to 11°C, so pack a warm layer.
22°C / 9°C · 4 rain days · 9.3 h sun
June scores 9.3 and rates among the best months. It is dry, with 3.5 rain days and 15 mm of rain. Highs are 21.7°C and lows fall to 9°C, so evenings and early mornings feel cold.
22°C / 8°C · 3 rain days · 9.4 h sun
July also scores 9.3 and is a best month. Expect dry weather, with 3.3 rain days and 10 mm of rain. It is the coolest month, with highs of 21.8°C and lows of 8.4°C, so bring warm clothes for nights.
26°C / 11°C · 2 rain days · 10.3 h sun
August has the highest score of the year at 9.6. It is the driest month, with 2.2 rain days and just 6 mm of rain. Highs climb to 25.8°C and lows are 10.9°C, with 10.3 hours of sun a day.
29°C / 14°C · 3 rain days · 10.5 h sun
September is still a best month, but the score drops to 7.8 as the heat builds. Highs reach 29°C and lows 13.7°C. Rain stays low, with 3.3 rain days and 10 mm.
31°C / 16°C · 5 rain days · 10.6 h sun
October is the hottest month, with highs of 30.6°C and lows of 16.1°C. Rain is still light, at 4.7 rain days and 22 mm. It scores 6.8 and rates as good, but the heat can make long days outdoors tiring.
31°C / 18°C · 10 rain days · 10.5 h sun
November is one of the weakest months, with a score of 5.7 and an ok verdict. It combines strong heat, with highs of 30.5°C, and the return of rain, with 10.1 rain days and 67 mm. If you can choose, go earlier in the year.
30°C / 19°C · 16 rain days · 10.3 h sun
December has the lowest score of the year at 5.1, so it is the weakest time to go. The rains are in full swing, with 15.6 rain days and 158 mm. Highs are 29.8°C and nights stay warm at 18.5°C.
By trip type
City sightseeing
For city trips, go from May to August. This is the dry season, with only 2 to 4 rain days a month. August is the driest month, with 6 mm of rain, 2.2 rain days and highs near 26°C.
Hiking & nature
May to August is best for hiking. Days are dry and mild, with highs of 22 to 24°C from May to July. Nights get cold, down to 8.4°C in July, so pack warm layers for early starts.
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FAQ
Yes, August is the best month to visit Zimbabwe, with the highest score of the year at 9.6. It is the driest month, with only 6 mm of rain over about 2 rain days. Days reach about 26°C, nights drop to about 11°C, and you get around 10 hours of sun a day.
Days in July are mild, but nights are cold. July has the lowest average low of the year at 8.4°C, with highs of about 22°C. It is still one of the best months, with a score of 9.3, only 10 mm of rain and about 9 hours of sun a day. Pack warm layers for early mornings and evenings.
October is the hottest month, but it is still a good time to go. Highs average 30.6°C, the warmest of the year, and nights stay around 16°C. Rain is still low at 22 mm over about 5 days. It scores 6.8, lower than the dry months from May to September, mainly because of the heat.
January is possible, but expect a lot of rain. It is the wettest month, with 179 mm over about 18 rain days, and it scores 6.3. It is warm, with highs of about 27°C and around 10 hours of sun a day. If you want dry weather, choose May to August instead. December is similar, with the lowest score of the year at 5.1.
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