Zimbabwe Weather Forecast
Zimbabwe weather: 53°F, clear. Hourly forecast, 14-day outlook, UV, air quality and the best time to visit.
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).
Best time to visit Zimbabwe
Go in April, May, June, July, August, September and October. These months score highest on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and useful daylight.
Hardest months: January, November and December - expect the least comfortable mix of heat, cold or rain.
Recent extremes in Zimbabwe
Highest and lowest readings observed in the last 3 years of reanalysis data - not all-time records.
How Zimbabwe compares with nearby places
Annual averages, and the difference against Zimbabwe.
| Place | Distance | Avg temp | vs here | Annual rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Zambia | 246 mi | 71°F | +36°F warmer | 23 in |
| Zambezi River | 340 mi | 75°F | +40°F warmer | 24 in |
What to pack, what to skip
- Sunglasses, a brimmed hat and SPF 30+
- Layers - the daily swing is 62°F, so mornings feel nothing like afternoons
- If your dates are flexible, avoid January, November and December - historically the least comfortable months here.
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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 53°F (12°C) with clear. Humidity is 73% and wind is 4 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 3:41 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. |
|---|---|
| Forecast and observations | Open-Meteo (ECMWF and national models). |
| Air quality and pollen | Copernicus CAMS via Open-Meteo. US AQI scale. |
| Climate averages | ERA5 reanalysis via the Open-Meteo archive, aggregated over 3 years. |
| 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 3:41 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
