Geography of Victoria Falls
Geography of Victoria Falls: location, coordinates, elevation, terrain and the places around it.
Geography of Victoria Falls
Zambezi River is 0 mi to the north, Zambia is 239 mi to the north-east, Botswana is 463 mi to the south and Kruger National Park is 557 mi to the south-east.
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Coordinates: 17°55′27.5″S 25°51′25.9″E (-17.9243, 25.8572)
Quick facts about Victoria Falls
Summary
Victoria Falls is a tourist attraction in Zimbabwe. Victoria Falls is a landmark known for the largest sheet of falling water.
Right now it is 60°F (16°C) in Victoria Falls with clear. It feels like 58°F. Today runs from 58°F to 87°F. Chance of precipitation is 0%. Sightseeing conditions score 9.9/10 - excellent - go now.
The best time to visit Victoria Falls is April, May, June, July, August, September and October. The climate is Mediterranean. January, February and December tend to be the least comfortable months. October is the warmest month with average highs near 96°F, while July is the coldest with lows near 52°F.
Nearby highlights include Zambezi River.
In plain terms. Today is about average for August. The forecast high of 87°F is in line with the 86°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 8 AM to 11 AM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. stargazing is the strongest bet in Victoria Falls today at 10/10. 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 Victoria Falls 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 | 84° | 68° | 8,1 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| February | 88° | 69° | 3,5 in | ★★★★☆ |
| March | 87° | 68° | 2,6 in | ★★★★☆ |
| April | 85° | 65° | 1,3 in | ★★★★☆ |
| May | 83° | 58° | 0,0 in | ★★★★★ |
| June | 79° | 53° | 0,0 in | ★★★★★ |
| July | 81° | 52° | 0,0 in | ★★★★★ |
| August | 86° | 56° | 0,0 in | ★★★★★ |
| September | 95° | 64° | 0,0 in | ★★★★★ |
| October | 96° | 70° | 0,2 in | ★★★★☆ |
| November | 93° | 71° | 2,4 in | ★★★★☆ |
| December | 90° | 70° | 6,4 in | ★★★☆☆ |
Climate type: Mediterranean. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Victoria Falls?
Victoria Falls is a tourist attraction in Zimbabwe. Its coordinates are -17.9243, 25.8572. It lies in Africa.
What is the weather like in Victoria Falls right now?
It is currently 60°F (16°C) with clear. Humidity is 56% and wind is 1 mph.
When is the best time to visit Victoria Falls?
April, May, June, July, August, September and October offer the most comfortable conditions in Victoria Falls, which has a Mediterranean climate. January, February and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Victoria Falls in?
Victoria Falls observes Africa/Lusaka (UTC+02:00). The local time is 11:01 AM.
What are the top things to do in Victoria Falls?
Popular options include Zambezi River.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (attractions) - 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 23, 2026 at 11:01 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
