Geography of Zimbabwe
Geography of Zimbabwe: location, coordinates, elevation, terrain and the places around it.
Geography of Zimbabwe
Zambia is 246 mi to the north-west, Zambezi River is 340 mi to the west, Kruger National Park is 427 mi to the south and Lake Malawi is 464 mi to the north-east.
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Coordinates: 17°49′30.7″S 31°2′0.6″E (-17.8252, 31.0335)
Quick facts about Zimbabwe
| Type | Country |
|---|---|
| Continent | Africa |
| Continent | Africa |
| Coordinates | 17°49′30.7″S 31°2′0.6″E (-17.8252, 31.0335) |
| Capital | Harare |
| Population | 16.000.000 |
| Area | 150.872 sq mi |
| ISO code | ZW |
| ISO 3166-1 alpha-3 | ZWE |
| Currency | US dollar (USD) |
| Languages | English, Shona, Ndebele |
| Calling code | +263 |
| Time zone | Africa/Harare |
| Local time | 12:59 AM (UTC+02:00) |
| Best months | April, May, June, July, August, September and October |
| Climate | Mediterranean |
Geography by attraction in Zimbabwe
1 attractions mapped in this atlas
Summary
Zimbabwe is a country in Africa. Zimbabwe is a country in Africa with its capital at Harare. It has a population of about 16 million. The capital is Harare.
Right now it is 54°F (12°C) in Zimbabwe with clear. It feels like 49°F. Today runs from 53°F to 76°F. Chance of precipitation is 0%. Sightseeing conditions score 9/10 - excellent - go now.
The best time to visit Zimbabwe is April, May, June, July, August, September and October. The climate is Mediterranean. January, November and December tend to be the least comfortable months. September is the warmest month with average highs near 83°F, while July is the coldest with lows near 50°F.
Nearby highlights include Victoria Falls.
In plain terms. Today is about average for August. The forecast high of 76°F is in line with the 76°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 5 PM to 8 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. stargazing is the strongest bet in Zimbabwe today at 9.7/10. No weather-related travel disruption is expected today. Roads and airports should run normally.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Climate in Zimbabwe month by month
Average high, average low and total rainfall, based on three years of reanalysis data.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 76° | 61° | 6,3 in | ★★★★☆ |
| February | 80° | 62° | 3,4 in | ★★★★☆ |
| March | 79° | 60° | 3,1 in | ★★★★☆ |
| April | 77° | 58° | 1,6 in | ★★★★☆ |
| May | 76° | 53° | 0,2 in | ★★★★★ |
| June | 71° | 50° | 0,1 in | ★★★★★ |
| July | 73° | 50° | 0,0 in | ★★★★★ |
| August | 76° | 52° | 0,0 in | ★★★★★ |
| September | 83° | 58° | 0,1 in | ★★★★★ |
| October | 83° | 60° | 1,3 in | ★★★★☆ |
| November | 81° | 61° | 4,8 in | ★★★★☆ |
| December | 80° | 63° | 6,0 in | ★★★★☆ |
Climate type: Mediterranean. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Zimbabwe?
Zimbabwe is a country in Africa. Its coordinates are -17.8252, 31.0335. It lies in Africa.
What is the weather like in Zimbabwe right now?
It is currently 54°F (12°C) with clear. Humidity is 78% and wind is 8 mph.
When is the best time to visit Zimbabwe?
April, May, June, July, August, September and October offer the most comfortable conditions in Zimbabwe, which has a Mediterranean climate. January, November and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Zimbabwe in?
Zimbabwe observes Africa/Harare (UTC+02:00). The local time is 12:59 AM.
How many people live in Zimbabwe?
Zimbabwe has a population of approximately 16 million.
What are the top things to do in Zimbabwe?
Popular options include Victoria Falls.
What places are in Zimbabwe?
Zimbabwe covers 1 places in this atlas, including Victoria Falls.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (countries-v1) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Map tiles | OpenStreetMap contributors, CARTO and Esri. |
| Elevation | Open-Meteo digital elevation model where the dataset has no value. |
| Method | Scores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown. |
Last updated August 25, 2026 at 12:59 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
